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State Capital: Hyderabad
Population (thousands in 1991):
66,508
Area (thousand sq. km): 275
Females per 1000 males (1991):
972
Literacy rate (1991): 44.1
Ratio of urban population (1991):
26.9
Net Domestic Product (Rs. million at current
prices in 1992-93): 397,040
Per Capita Income: 5,802
Principal Languages: Telugu
and Urdu
 The
third largest state in India - Andhra Pradesh can be visualised
as a beautiful state interspersed with its exotic crafts and lively
religious festivals; a glorious past and mouth watering delicacies;
not to forget the charming people and the mother tongue Telugu-
all that make lasting impressions of the state on the visitor.
A state rich in natural
resources, cultural heritage, charming
countryside, watered by 34 rivers Andhra Pradesh commands a 1000
km. coastline and enjoys a strategic location too. Most of it stands
on the high arid Deccan Plateau, sloping down to the low-lying coastal
region to the east where the Godavari and Krishna meet the Bay of
Bengal and is known as the 'Rice Granary of India'.
Rocks, forests, green
fields, lakes and golden beaches washed by the sea make Andhra Pradesh
a fascinating state and one that is ideally suited for wildlife.
There are about 20 notified sanctuaries in the state and each of
them is home to a variety of rare animal species such as the Great
Indian Bustard, Nilgai, etc.
 The
sky-scrapers of the state symbolise the architectural genius styles,
replete with astonishing sculpture and splendid edifices left behind
by several dynasties. Hyderabad, the state capital, is a historic
city, and is famous as the former seat of the wealthy Nizams. Charminar,
Salar Jung Museum and the mighty Golconda Fort are some of the famous
heritage spots in the city.
Apart from Kuchipudi,
a classical dance form that traces its
roots in Andhra, the state is also well known for its range od handloom
and handicraft products. This includes lacquer toys, Anakapalli
articles, Nirmal(painted pottery), Bidri(lead inlaid black metal
trinklets), palm and slate articles, as well as Gadhwal, Pochampalli
and Dharmavaram silk saris.
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