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Telangana and Andhra, or for that matter, even Rayalaseema are diverse regions with one common thing binding them – Telugu.

The photo documentation of Thotlakonda and Bavikonda Buddhist complexes located near the city of Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh.

Cockfighting is a favourite sport of people living in the coastal regions of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Tulu Nadu region of Karnataka.

Borra Caves or Borra Guhalu, as they are called in Telugu language, are the most prominent. Located in the Visakhapatnam district in Araku Valley of the Ananthagiri Hills – which is part of the Eastern Ghats mountain range – they are barely known by people outside the coastal region of Andhra Pradesh.

For a person who was unexposed to issues of Andhra Pradesh (AP), I was quite taken aback by the violence during the statehood agitation. I always thought when we fight against our oppressors we become violent, but Telangana and the rest of Andhraites are supposed to one Telugu brethren

The end of southwest monsoon heralds the arrival of the most lovable god in the Hindu pantheon. Ganesh or Ganapati or Vinayaka arrives into town in all glory with pandals erected on every street corner with loud mikes and vivid flower decoration. Vinayaka Chaturthi (Ganapati’s birthday) is celebrated with full religious fervour in the Indian states of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Goa.

Scattered across the nation, spanning the states of Rajasthan, Kerala, Assam, among others, these mysterious temples of India definitely deserve a visit. 

More so, the democracy of the land shines bright when regions or states are allowed to not necessarily follow a standard uniform cultural code. 

Costumes of Indian Classical Dances, here is taking look at the most prominent Indian classical dances and their distinct attires and physical appearances. 

We shall delve into the homes of southern India and take a look at the old traditional homes that have always been the landmarks of a joint family system