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ANDHRA PRADESH HOTELS

Andhra Pradesh has grown vary fast, in past years, its capital Hyderabad is known for its quick, IT technology development in past years. The state has something to offer each person who likes to visit it, either for business, tourism, leisure, adventure or like to see the cultural heritage or art. The Andhra Pradesh has the beautiful beaches, wonderful architectural monuments, the place is full of temples and mosques, which gives it a color of diversity. The state is known for its art, crafts, dances and literature.

Glimpse Of Andhra Pradesh

Population : 73.4 Million
Area :
2,76,754 Sq Kms
Capital :
Hyderabad
Main Language :
Telugu
Literacy Rate :
45%
Best Time To Go :
October To February (Winter Season)

History of Andhra Pradesh

The Andhra Pradesh witnessed many dynasties, other then the Reign of Maurya Dynasty,the pallava dyansty,the chalukyas, the cholas and more. In the 13th century kakatiya ruled from warangal, at the same time muslim power was also started rising and the sultan of Delhi started showing his power by slowly capturing the state and established its power in 1323. The Muslim reign was displaced by vijaynagar Empire.There was a continuous struggle between Hindu and Muslim powers until 16th centruy when qutub Shahi dynasty was eablished. The famous stone fortress Golconda was built during the Qutab Shahi dynasty. In the year 1687 Aurangzeb captured and ruled the state. In the 18th century british captured the entire Andhra Pradesh whereas the Hyderabad was still ruled by Nizams till the Indian Independence in the year 1947. The first time, the Andhra state was formed in the year 1953 for Telugu speaking people with Kurnool as its capital. Second time in 1956 the state of Andhra merged with the Telangana region of Hyderabad State to form the state of Andhra Pradesh.

Destinations of Andhra Pradesh with Hotels

General Andhra Pradesh City Information

Arts and Crafts:
- Banjara Embroidery

- Banjara Needle Craft 
- Bidri Craft
- Bronze Casting
- Dokra Metal Craft
- Folk Painting 
- Handicrafts of Andhra Pradesh
- Kondapalli Toys 
- Lacquer Ware
- Nirmal Arts (Paintings and Toys)
- Veena Manufacturing
- Wood Carving 

Costumes of Andhra Pradesh:
- Traditional :
Male-Dhoti, Kurta, Payjama Female-Sari and Blouse
- Tribal : Colourful heavy dresses with decoration of glass and tin peices.

Dances of Andhra Pradesh:
- Andhra Natyam :
A traditional dance form performed by devdasis in the temples as a form of worship.
- Dhimsa : A popular Folk dance of Vishakhapattnam district performed by agriculturist.
- Kolattam : A folk dance form, dates back to7th century AD.
- Kuchipudi Dance : Kuchipudi is a complete dance form, which has abhinay, song and music everything.
- Lambadi : A dance performed by "Banjara" on various occassion.
- Mathuri : A Tribal dance form performed by the tribes living in forests nearby Adilabad district.
- Perini: Perini Thandavam, called 'Dance of Warriors', is a dance form generally performed by males.

Lakes and Rivers in Andhra Pradesh:
- Godavari River :
- Hussain Sagar Lake :
- Kolleru Lake :

Fairs of Andhra Pradesh:
- Sri Rama Navami Festival at Bhadrachal
- Pushkaram of Godavari, Krishna, Pennar
- Visakha Utsav
- Pearls and Bangles Fair
- All India Festival of Arts & Crafts at Shilparamam
- All India Industrial Exhibition at Hyderabad

Festivals in Andhra Pradesh:
- Deccan Festival
- Lumbini Festival
- Maha Shivratri Festival in Andhra Pradesh
- Makara Sankranti
- Pitr Paksha
- Pongal in Andhra Pradesh
- Rayalaseema Food and Dance Festival
- Ugadi Festival
- Vinayaka Chaturthi

Music of Andhra Pradesh:
- Carnatic Music:
This is the Indian classical music of associated with four states of South India, one of them is Andhra Pradesh. This is also called "Karnataka Sangitam" in Sanskrit.

Tribes of Andhra Pradesh:
- Major Tribes:
Sugali, Yerukulas(named after their profession of foretelling), Yenadi( whose chief occupation is hunting), Chenchus, Savaras, Koyas, Gadabas, Khonds, Nayakpods, Kondadoras, Jatayus, Kolamis, Bhagatas, etc. The Koyas, Gadabas and Savaras of the hills of Bhadrachalam and Simhachalam bear the composite look of the Mongoloids and the Austaloids.
- Chief Nomadic Tribes: Balasanta, Viramushtivaru, Birannalavaru, Gollasuddulu, Piccukaguntlu, Saradakandru, Kommuvaru, Jangamulu, etc.Another prominent tribe is the Lambadis who were Rajasthanis originally.

Cuisines of Andhra Pradesh:
- Non Vegetarian: 
The non-vegetarian dishes are the highlight of Andhra cuisine. Biryanis, Kababs( of different varieties such as 'Boti Jhammi', 'Lagan-ke-Kababs', 'Shikampur', 'Sheek', 'Kalmi', 'Dum-ke-kababs'), 'Kormas' and 'Lukhmi'( a pastry) are the chiefly consumed non-vegetarian dishes. The Ramzan month witnesses savoury Rumali roti, Chakna, Kheer and Sevian.
- Vegetarian:  Vegetarian Food In Andhra Pradesh, the vegetarian people too have a wide variety of mouth-watering dishes. Some of them are, 'Bagara Baingan'(a spicy brinjal preparation) and Mirch-ka-salan (chillies in creamy gravy). 'Tomato Qoot'(an exotic tomato puree) is also widely taken.
- Desserts : A perfect cuisine is incomplete without its desserts. 'Double-ka-Meetha'( a pudding made of cashew nut and bread), 'Qubani-ka-Meetha' (stewed apricot dessert), 'Ande-ka-Piyosi' (a preparation of eggs, butter and almonds), 'Badam-ki-Jhab'(a candy) and 'Dil-e-Firdaus'(milk-based sweet) constitute the dessert.
- Hyderabadi Biryani: When it comes to Biryani, one name that lingers on the mouths of everyone is Hyderabadi Biryani. Distinguished for its exotic aroma and rich taste made tantalizing by the use of pure ghee, Hyderabadi food is the highlight of Andhra Pradesh. The spices used are culled out from the bowels of earth. Hyderabadi lamb is also famous for its unmatched flavor. This cuisine bears influence from the Mughal period.

 


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