State
Andhra Pradesh
A state with a long coastal history and important Telugu cultural traditions.
CapitalAmaravati
RegionSouth India
Formation / Present status1 November 1956
Principal / Official languagesTelugu
Major citiesVisakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Tirupati, Guntur
Major rivers / waterwaysGodavari, Krishna, Penna
đ Geography
Coastal plains, Eastern Ghats and river deltas.
đ Famous Places
Tirumala, Araku Valley, Amaravati
đī¸ Major Cities
Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Tirupati, Guntur.
đ§ Rivers & Waterways
Godavari, Krishna, Penna.
đ Quick History
Andhra Pradesh has a distinct historical and cultural identity. Its present administrative status and formation details are summarised above. More detailed history can be added to this page as the India & World section grows.
âšī¸ More Information
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Reference reviewed September 2026. Government and administrative details can change; consult official sources for current information.