With its pristine beaches, sacred places of worship, lush green forests, spicy cuisines and hospitable people, Andhra Pradesh is the tourist destination of the millennium. The state an intricately woven mosaic of a culturally rich past with a brilliant future. It uniquely combines history, beaches and mountains into a great travel destination. The state of Andhra Pradesh is recognized variouslyfor its legendary dynasties; for its most revered temple, Tirupati; for its beautiful language, Telugu; for its lacquer toys and beautiful weaves; rich literature and the vibrant Kuchipudi.

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The climate is generally hot and humid. The summer temperatures vary from 20C to 40C, while in winter it is between 13C and 32C. The SouthWest monsoons play a major role in determining the climate of the state. The NorthEast monsoons are responsible for about onethird of the total rainfall in Andhra Pradesh.

The interesting places in Andhra Pradesh includes Hills & Valleys, Leisure Spots, Monuments and Wild Life.

Hyderabad : Hyderabad is a vibrant city of minarets and modern high rise buildings. In the midst of old city stands the 400yearold Charminar, while modern shopping complexes and malls add to the charm of this city. Also, Cyberabad (means Cyber City), is a new area created to keep pace with the zooming Information Technology & Tourism sector. Pearls, bangles, silks, computer software, handicrafts and above all a delectable cuisine add to the splendour of this great city.

Tirupati : The abode of the 'Kaliyuga' deity Lord Venkateswara popularly known as Balaji, Tirupati has for centuries remained a destination divine and this feeling grows on one as one goes round the various temples and spots of natural beauty surrounding this major town of Andhra Pradesh.

Nagarjunasagar : Nagarjunasagar, a massive irrigation project on the River Krishna, about 150 kms from Hyderabad, has a rich and interesting past. It was a valley in the Nallamalai range of the Eastern Ghats with civilizations dating back to thousands of years. Recorded history, however, assigns the first signs to the later Satavahanas and subsequently the Ikshvakus in the third century. Nagarjunasagar is an engineering marvel, largest masonry dam and one of the largest manmade reservoirs.

Vijayawada : Once known as the political as well as publishing capital of Andhra Pradesh, Vijayawada is a vital rail and road link between the North and the South and is now known as 'the city that never sleeps. Important sites to visit are Kanaka Durga Temple, Gunadala (St. Mary's Church), Prakasam Barrage, Rajiv Gandhi Park, Gandhi Hill, Victoria Museum, Mogalarajapuram Caves, Bhavani Island, Hazrat Bal Mosque, Undavalli Caves, Mangalagiri, Hinkar Thirtha, Kondapalli Fort, Manginapudi Beach, Kuchipudi, Amaravati, Kolleru Lake and Buddhist sites.

Visakhapatnam : Visakhapatnam, land of the Golden Beaches was just a small fishing village, over half a century ago. Its natural to be surprised over the manner in which this port city with a harbour developed into one of the fastest growing cities in Asia. Vast stretches of beaches right next to the city on one side and green hills on the other side has made Vizag, as it is endearingly called, a tourist haven. A number of beaches and a long stretch of road along the seashore up to Bheemunipatnam town, the second oldest municipality in the country, are pleasure to experience. No trip to Vizag is complete without a sojourn at Araku, 110 kilometers away; a lovely valley nestled amidst the high Eastern Ghats. No doubt, Visakhapatnam is an ideal destination as it caters to the religious minded, the funlovers and adventureseekers alike.

Kurnool : The temple of Ahobilam, the Jyotirlinga at Srisailam, the large caves of Belum, all stand testimony to the rich heritage of Kurnool district. The main attraction of Kurnool are Srisailam, Nagarjunasagar Srisaialam Tiger Reserve, Mantralayam, Mahanandi, Belum Caves, Rollapdu Sanctuary, Ahobilam, Yaganti, Alampur, Gadwal and Konda Reddy Buruju.

Warangal : The city was once the heartland of Telugu culture. The capital of the Kakatiya rulers, Warangal today contains some of the best forms of architecture, especially temples. The 1000pillar temple and the Ramappa temple in the district are glowing examples of the exquisite architecture patronized by the Kakatiyas. The district is also known for its picturesque lakes, handwoven thick cotton fibre carpets, scroll painting done on cloth in earth colours mainly at Cheriyal nearby, and sheetmetal artistry at Pembarti.

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