Andra Pradesh

 

 1.TIRUPATI :

Tirupati is known as the abode of the Hindu god Venkateshvara, Lord of Seven Hills. The sacred hill of Tirumala is situated about 6 miles (10 km) northwest of Tirupati in Sri Venkateshwara Sanctuary and National Park. The hill was considered so holy that before 1870 non-Hindus were not permitted to ascend it. At the hill’s summit, at an elevation of 2,800 feet (850 metres), is a temple of great antiquity. The temple, nestled among sacred waterfalls and tanks (reservoirs) and dedicated to Venkateshvara, is a fine example of Dravidian art and is one of the most important pilgrimage centres in India. The temple is now the centre of Sri Venkateswara University (1954). 

(a).POPULAR FOODS IN TIRUPATI : 

    * PULIHORA :Also reffered as andra tamarind rice  is a highly sought-after local delight in the city. It is mostly served as a part of the grand prasadam at the world-famous Venkateshwara Temple in Tirupati. It is a flavourful rice-based dish that is favourite amongst the local people.rful rice-based dish that is favourite amongst the local people.

   * SRIVARI LADDU :  

If you are fond of sweets, you will definitely fall in love with the rich flavours of this staple prasadam dessert in Tirupati. It is a sweet offered to the Venkateshwara Temple. The indulgent dessert is prepared by mixing the goodness of besan or gram flour, cardamom, cashews, and sugar in a heavenly mixture of ghee.

   * DADDOJANAM :  

                                        A yoghurt-based rice dish that is similar to curd rice, often used as prasadam in temples.

2. ARAKU VALLEY :

 Araku Valley is a hill station and valley region in the southeastern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It's surrounded by the thick forests of the Eastern Ghats mountain range. The Tribal Museum is dedicated to the area's numerous indigenous tribes, known for their traditional Dhimsa dance, and showcases traditional handicrafts. A miniature train runs through Padmapuram Gardens, with its sculptures and tree-top huts. 

(a).POPULAR FOODS OF ARAKU VALLEY :  

 

* BAMBOO OR BONGULO CHICKEN:

                                                                                  The heady aroma of bamboo chicken from the tribal regions of Araku has been drawing foodies from far and wide. Peppered with towering silver oaks, coffee plantations and pepper creepers, the meandering roads leading to the hill station are lined with the stalls of local villagers making and selling this delicacy. So much has the popularity grown that the bongulo chicken has become synonymous with Araku.

3.VISHAKAPATANAM (VIZAG) : 

Visakhapatnam is a port city and industrial center in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, on the Bay of Bengal. It's known for its many beaches, including Ramakrishna Beach, home to a preserved submarine at the Kursura Submarine Museum. Nearby are the elaborate Kali Temple and the Visakha Museum, an old Dutch bungalow housing local maritime and historical exhibits.

(a).POPULAR FOODS OF VISHAKAPATANAM : 

     * PUNUGULU :Punugulu Karam is a famous snack place in MVP Colony that sells this delicacy. Punugulu is a deep-fried snack made with urad dal and rice batter. These crispy orbs are served with peanut and coconut chutneys.Make sure you reach there before 7pm, otherwise you will miss the party as the place gets very crowded and you may not get your plate full of scrumptious Punugulu.

    *  TOMATO BAJJI : This one is another superstar on the beaches of Visakhapatnam. These gram flour (besan) coated tomatoes are deep fried and cut into half, like cups, with the tomato flesh scooped out.These tomato cups are filled with a similar mix used in Muri Mixture and served with crunchy peanuts. Everyone in Vizag, rich and poor, savours Tomato Bajji. You can also taste other varieties with bread and brinjal.

3. HORSLY HILLS : 

Horsley Hills or Horsleykonda or Yenugulla Mallamma Konda is a series of hills in Andhra Pradesh in Madanapalle Taluka of Annamayya district and is about 9 miles from Madanapalle town.The elevation is 1,240m.

(a).POPULAR FOODS IN HORSLY HILLS :                                                       

  NO SPECIFIC FAMOUS FOOD FOR HORSLY HILS.

 4.RAJAMUNDRY : 

Rajahmundry is a city on the eastern banks of the sacred Godavari River, in the southeast Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It’s home to the huge, riverside ISKCON Temple complex. North, along the river, Hindu devotees bathe in the Godavari from Saraswati and Pushkar ghats (bathing steps). The nearby Godavari Bridge offers river views. The ancient Kotilingeshwara Temple is                                                                                          dedicated to the Hindu deity Shiva. 

(a). POPULAR FOOD OF RAJAMUNDRY : 

     * ROSE MILK : 

When in Rajahmundry, it is common to come across Rose milk delicacies across leading eateries and street food stalls in the city. The beverage is quite famous across the city due to its rich taste and aroma. In addition to being supremely delicious, the beverage is also nutritious in several aspects. Traditionally, a glass of rose milk is prepared by adding milk with an accurate fat value and rose essence (made out of natural roses).

   * POOTAREKULU :

Pootarekulu is yet another sweet indulgence that is quite famous across Rajahmundry, especially amongst the locals. It is a thin, paper-like dessert featuring An appetising filling to enhance the overall flavours. Also referred to as the Paper Sweet, it is one of the most popular sweet dishes in South India. The sweet dish is available as paper sheets prepared out of a rice batter known as Jaya Biyyam.

5.SRISAILAM : 

When Goddess Parvati asked Lord Shiva about his most desired place apart from Kailasa in the Universe created by him, he chose the eternally beautiful place nestled among picturesque nature, the avatar of Sri Chakra, the holy Srisailam. In such a significant location, Shiva-Shakti take the form of Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy and Bhramaramba to bless all their devotees. As proven in Puranas, Srisailam has great ancient significance. Among the 12 Jyotirlingas, the 2nd is the Mallikarjuna Swamy Lingam; among the 18 Maha Shakti Peethas, the 6th is Sri Bhramaramba Devi temple. Srisailam is the only temple where two such icons exist under one temple premise, such is its significance. Srisailam has many other names like Srigiri, Sirigiri, Sriparvatam and Srinagam.

Narasimhaswamy in Satyayugam, Sri Rama alongside Sita Devi in Tretayugam, all five Pandavas in Dvaparayugam, many Yogis, Rishis, Munis, preachers, spiritual teachers, Kings, poets and devotees in Kalyug have visited Srisailam and earned the blessings of Sri Bhramarambika Devi and Mallikarjuna Swamy.

(a).POPULAR FOODS OF SRISAILAM : 

     * SRISAILAM LADDU :