Telangana, the newest state of India is a landscape of beauty, history, heritage, adventure and some of the most cherished experiences. Bejeweled Nizams of Hyderabad, Telugu culture, religious sites and multi-ethic personality welcomes visitors.
Telangana Travel Guide
The 29th state of India, Telangana is located in South-Eastern (Deccan) India. The name Telangana, is said to have been derived from the word Trilinga, which translates to the native language means “the land of the three lingas”. According to a Hindu legend, Lord Shiva descended in the form of lingam on three mountains, Kaleshwaram, Srisailam and Draksharama, which marked the boundaries of the Trilingadesa, currently Telangana. Also the name distinguishes the mainly Telugu-speaking region of the former Hyderabad State from its predominantly Marathi-speaking, Marathwada.
Telangana is best known for the Nizams of Hyderabad who ruled in the 14th century making it a princely state. Endowed with a deep historical connect, rich culture and a treasure trove of tourist attractions as monuments, forts, temples, waterfalls, sacred groves, national parks and sanctuaries.
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Hyderabad, the former center of the Nizam Province and currently the capital of the state is one of the best places to visit in Telangana. It still retains the olden charm in addition to matching pace with the modern world. The Charminar in Hyderabad is a beauty to marvel at. The Papi Hills and the Kuntala Waterfalls are among the other attractions to visit. The Bhadrachalam Temple, Thousand Pillar Temple and Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swami Temple are few of the architectural splendors with spiritual significance.
Since Telangana has a multi-ethnic population, the state has various Indian traditions and also hints of Persian influence. Some unmissable pleasures of the state include Hyderabadi dum biryani, pearls and the delight of baked goods among many others.
Through this Telangana Travel Guide, explore the places to visit, things to do and activities in the state. Familiarize yourself with the people, culture, cuisine, tourist attractions and shopping centers, helping you plan a memorable holiday in Telangana.
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