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314 Arrow-Puffin-4_Semester-1 SocialAndhra PradeshAndhra Pradesh, the seventh-largest state in India, is recognized for its significant role as the nation%u2019s largest producer of rice. Amaravati is the capital of Andhra Pradesh. It is located on the banks of the river Krishna. Telugu is the predominant language spoken by its people, and the cultural richness of the region is evident in its traditional dance form, Kuchipudi. Andhra Pradesh comprises two key regions: Coastal Andhra and Rayalaseema. The state%u2019s capital for a temporary tenure of ten years is Hyderabad. The traditional attire of the region includes dhotis and shirts for men, while women often wear sarees. Andhra Pradesh is also well-known for its various religious sites such as the Lord Venkateswara Temple at Tirumala, Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple at Srisailam, and the Kanakadurga Temple at Vijayawada. Celebrations of Ugadi, Sankranti, Diwali, and Dussehra are among the significant festivities that occur here. The state takes pride in its local crafts, specifically dolls, toys, and idol carvings.KuchipudiWhat is the main language spoken in Andhra Pradesh?CheckpointTirumala Temple Srisailam Temple Vijayawada TempleTelanganaTelangana, a state in southern India, was officially separated from Andhra Pradesh on June 2, 2014. Hyderabad is its capital. This state is known for its abundant mineral resources, particularly coal reserves. Similar to Andhra Pradesh, rice serves as the staple food in Telangana, and the people predominantly speak Telugu and Urdu. The state is also famous for its tourist attractions such as the Charminar, Golconda Fort, Falaknuma Palace, Bhongir Fort, and the Thousand Pillar Temple. Other notable religious sites include the Lord Rama Temple at Bhadrachalam, Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple The Lord Venkateswara Temple at Tirumala in Andhra Pradesh is one of the richest temples in the world.Know More