Andhra Pradesh

The state of Andhra Pradesh runs 972km along the Bay of Bengal between Tamil Nadu and Odisha. Known for its stunning cultural heritage and extended green blankets, Andhra Pradesh arouses the images of impressive monuments, overwhelming museums, intricate havelis, bewitching hill stations, uncultivated natural caves and a lot more.

There is absolutely no dearth of sightseeing attractions in Andhra Pradesh. Visit Visakhapatnam, a city brimming with attractions like Borra Caves, Araku Valley, Yarada Beach, Katiki Waterfalls and Kailasagiri Hill Park.  If you are a spiritual soul seeking some mental solace, then visit Tirupati where temples like Sri Venkateswara Temple, Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple, Sri Govindarajaswami Temple, ISKCON Tirupati and Kapila Theertham exist. Apart from this, Vijayawada, Nellore, Chittoor, Anantapur and Kurnool are other places where you can take a plunge into the spectacular history of Andhra Pradesh.

Those having interest in the world of wild can explore wildlife parks such as Nagarjunsagar Srisailam Wildlife (largest tiger reserve in India), Indira Gandhi Zoological Park (known for the protection of endangered fauna), Kolleru Lake (largest fresh water lake in India), Pulicat Sanctuary (second largest brackish water Eco-System in India) and Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park (house to the Seshachalam hill ranges cuddling the abode of Lord Venkateshwara).

Do not miss out a shopping spree in the state where you can buy everything from handicrafts to wooden artefacts and brass carvings. Markets like Laad Bazar, Malkha and Suvasa sell local fabrics and ornaments. Exclusive pearls from Hyderabad are also must buy when holidaying in Andhra Pradesh.

Famous tourist attractions of Andhra Pradesh

• Hyderabad
• Tirupati
• Visakhapatnam