South India & Kerala - Telangana & Andhra Pradesh (PDF Chapter)
This is the Telangana & Andhra Pradesh chapter from Lonely Planet’s South India & Kerala guidebook.
Hyderabad, one of Islamic India’s greatest cities, is reason enough on its own to visit this re-gion. Its skyline is a sight to behold, defined by the great domes and minarets of ancient mosques, mausoleums and palaces of once-mighty dynasties.
- explore Hyderabad’s Old City and its unique markets, architectural marvels and hidden shrines
- maps
- absorb the meditative ambience at beautiful Sankaram, as well as Bavikonda, Thotlakonda and Guntupalli, all destinations on the 2300-year-old monastic trail
- transport
- revel in the genius of Kakatiya sculptors at the temple near Palampet
- restaurants & accommodation
Coverage includes: Telangana, Hyderabad, Bhongir, Warangal, Palampet, Andhra Pradesh, Vijayawada, Amaravathi, Nagarjunakonda, Visakhapatnam & Around, Tirumala & Tirupati.
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