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According to the Attereya Brahmana (2000 BC), the Andhras were originally Aryans from North India who later migrated to the South and settled down there. The history of Andhra Desa begins with 236 BC, the year of King Ashoka's death. It was subsequently ruled by the Satvahanas, Sakas, Ikshvakas, Chalukyas, Kakatiyas and later the Qutub Shahis and the Nizams. During the 17th Century, British annexed the land in the name of Madras. After Independence, Andhra State came into being on October 1, 1953. Later Hyderabad State was merged to it and ultimately on November 1, 1956, it became Andhra Pradesh.
Area : 2,76,754 sq. km., Population : 76 million, Capital : Hyderabad, Language : Telugu, Hindi
Art & Craft : Andhra Pradesh is rich in textile industries- Uppada, Gadwal saris. Venkatagiri, Siddipet and Pochampalli are famous textile weaving places. Pearl jewellery, perfumes, silk products, exquisite saris & colourful lac bangles are unique of the State.
Culture : Kuchipudi is the main traditional dance. Pongal, Dussehra, Deepawali, Id, Muharram, Navaratri, Vinayaka Chaturthi are other major festivals. Deccan festival & Udagi are the noteworthy festivals.
Industry : The software industry is gaining prominence. Besides, iron & steel, cotton textile & engineering industries are also operating. |