Preface of Andhra Pradesh

The world lives in Andhra Pradesh. This world has its own charm, customs and culture. Precious gifts of nature have been made all the more beautiful over the centuries by a culturally – rich host of dynasties, rules and the people.

The deep blue Bay of Bengal washes a vast coastline on the East, forests and hill ranges make themselves felt in many parts of the State and, Hyderabad, the Queen of the Deccan, sits majestically as the city of a glorious past and a golden future.

A quick trip into the very heartland of Andhra culture and Hyderabad “TehZeeb” is bound to transport anyone into a dream unfolding. Yes, Andhra Pradesh is a dream come true.

AP Tourism has much more to offer with an ever – expanding infrastructure and array of facilities to take in the beauty of nature and creativity of a vibrant civilization. Cities across the State compete with the best in the country and a rich past contributes to the resplendence of its people and culture.

From intricately sculpted stone to artistic masonry; from heavy metal-ware to light wooden toys to adorn drawing rooms; from silks and cottons for attire to jute products and thick cotton fiber carpets for furnishing; from painting on fabric to painting on wood – it is all magic of the hands.

A wealth of generations is brought out in Andhra Pradesh, a cradle of civilizations and a treasure-house of wonders. Be it a journey of the devout or the curiosities of the learned, places in the State cater to yearnings of all.

Hyderabad with its awesome structures and greenery; Vijayawada with its bustling activity to make it the city that never sleeps; Viskhapatnam with its exotic beaches and thickly-wooded hills; Nagarjunasagar with its dam across the mighty river Krishna and relics of an ancient Buddhist civilization and Tirupati, where millions of pilgrims seek solace and blessings of Lord Venkateswara (Balaji), are but a few destinations for tourists today.

There are many more that attract people from all across the globe. In this Andhra Yatra, we bring glimpses into this rich legacy with a promise to play host, to a deep understanding of the traditionally hospitable people, their history and lifestyle.