Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh is surrounded by Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, the Bay of Bengal in the east and Tamil Nadu and Karnataka in the south with Maharashtra in the west. It is the fifth largest state in India in area and population.

Andhra Pradesh is irrigated by the mightAndhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh is surrounded by Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, the Bay of Bengal in the east and Tamil Nadu and Karnataka in the south with Maharashtra in the west. It is the fifth largest state in India in area and population.

Andhra Pradesh is irrigated by the mighty Krishna and the Godavari rivers and is aptly termed the Rice Granary of India. Telugu is the main language of communication though Muslim rule paved the way for Urdu also.

Andhra Pradesh is the home of a rich cultural heritage, that led to the birth of varied handicrafts. The craftsmen of Andhra have contributed greatly - Kalamkari vegetable dyed textiles, lacquer paintings, wood craft, Pochamapalli silks, Hyderabad pearls and an extremely attractive and glittering array of glass bangles. Kuchipudi, the classical dance form originating from the state has a vigorous choreography and is somewhat akin to Bharatanatyam. Andhra Pradesh is also the home of the colourful Lambanis and Banjaras - Nomadic tribes, who can be spotted selling brightly coloured skirts and ethnic silver jewellery.

Andhra Pradesh also offers a rich palate to the gourmet. Hyderabadi Muslims, fastidious in their culinary art specialise in authentic recipes, that have survived through the centuries. Their biryanis, kababs and chicken delicacies are mouth-watering.

Area: 275,068 sq. km.
Capital: Hyderabad.
Languages: Telugu and Urdu.
Population: 66,304,854.
Districts: 23.
Per capita Income: Rs. 4507(provisional).
Literacy: 45.11.
Highest peak: Mahendragiri.
Climate: Hot and humid.
Annual Rainfall: 125 cm.
Rivers: Krishna and Godavari.