Hyderabad is the capital of one of the most techno savvy state in India, Andhra Pradesh. The previous name of this city was Bagyanagaram.This city is also called the 'city of pearls' because of the major dealing of pearls that is done from this part of the state. Hyderabad was founded in 1591 and planned as a grid with the Charminar at its centre. It has now grown well beyond the confines of the original walled city, to include a new town north of the Musi river, the Military Cantonment at Secunderabad and a burgeoning high-tech Estate, nicknamed "Cyberabad".
State:
Andhrapradesh
Hyderabad Location:
Hyderabad is situated at an altitude of 500 mt. and almost in middle of India.
Rainfall in Hyderabad:
89 cm. (June to September)
Climate of Hyderabad:
Summer: 40 °C - 22 °C
Winter:
22 °C - 12 °C
Best Time to Visit:
October to March.
STD Code:
040
Currency:
'Rupee'
Tourist Attractions:
The Charminar, Golkonda Fort, Salarjung Musium, Nehru Zoolagical Park, The Mecca Masjid, Jami Masjid,Toli Masjid, Husain Sagar Lake, Falaknuma Palace, Rang Mahal, Ramoji Film City, Hitech City, International Airport...
Languages spoken:
Telugu, Urdu, English & Hindi
Religion:
About 50% of the population consists of Muslims; there are Hindus and Sikhs also
Industries:
Cotton and silk textiles, cigarettes, paper, pottery, Electrical fans, cooling systems, jewelers, pharmaceuticals and automotive industriesglassware and IT and call centres.
