Hyderabad
It is the capital of Andhra Pradesh and also known as "City of pearls" because of the major dealing of pearls that is done from this part of the state. It is in the Telangana region of Andhra Pradesh. With more than 6.1 million people (61 lakh), it is India's 6th largest metropolis and the 40th largest metropolitan area in the world. It is known for its rich history, culture and architecture representing its unique characteristic of a meeting point for northern and southern India, and its multi-lingual culture, both geographically and culturally. Hyderabad has always been a place where Hindus and Muslims have co-existed peacefully for centuries.Hyderabad History and cultureHyderabad has been the meeting place of many different cultures and traditions.


Historically, Hyderabad has been the city where the distinct cultural and linguistic traditions of North India and South India meet. Telugu and Urdu are the principal languages spoken in Hyderabad. Telugu being the official language of Andhra Pradesh (and the second largest language in India after Hindi) is widely spoken here. Hyderabad was modeled after the Isfaan, that is in Iran and was built under the supervision of the prime minister of Muhammad Quli, Mir Momin. Mir Momin tried to create a replica of the Paradise to suit Muhammad Quli's status as the greatest of the Qutb Shahi rulers. The city was completed in 1592. The French traveler, Tavernier when visited India in 1652, compared Hyderabad to Orleans and in 1672, Abbe Carr was much impressed by the city as the center of all trade in the East.Hyderabad is now turning itself into a more commercially aggressive city in India. City of Hyderabad has been hosting some of the major trade shows and technology fairs in India for the past couple of years.


Geographic and climatic Information


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 °CAnnual precipitation: About 60 cm.Geological system: Archean.Soil: Red Sandy, with areas of Black Cotton soil.Surrounding terrain: Rocky/hillyClimatic: Tropical Wet and Dry