Andhra Pradesh is a popular pilgrimage destination, be it for the temples and shrines or mosques. There are a number of mosques and shrines in Andhra Pradesh. A major number of Hindu, Muslim, and Christian live in the state and for this reason, there are many shrines, mosques, and churches in Andhra Pradesh.

Shrines and temples in Andhra Pradesh

The temples of Andhra Pradesh bear the mark of rich cultural heritage. All these temples and shrines are crafted wonderfully and you can witness the reflection of their true culture and tradition of the state. These temples were built during of reign of Vijayanagar dynasty. In their rule, Hinduism was its pinnacle in the state. Some famous temples of Andhra Pradesh are:

Leash Temple
Tirupati temple
Birla Mandir
Thousand pillars Temples
Srisailam Temple
Mukhalingam Temple

A number of festivals are organized within the temples promises. Millions of tourists visit these temples and witness these festivals for a better understanding of the culture.

Mosques in Andhra Pradesh

Islam is the second most popular religion in the state. For this reason, there are a number of mosques in Andhra Pradesh. All these mosques and worship places of Muslim population of the state were built during the various reigns of different Muslim rulers. Some of the popular mosques in the state are:

Jamma Masjid
Toli Masjid
Mecca Masjid
Moula Ali Darga

The aforementioned mosques are the major worship centers for the 8 percent Muslim population in the state. Jamma Masjid, Toli Masjid, and Mecca Masjid are the three major mosques in Andhra Pradesh. Jamma Masjid is the oldest mosque of Andhra Pradesh. Mecca Masjid is the largest mosque, which can accommodate nearly 10000 people at once.

Last Updated on 19 May 2011

Andhra Pradesh Destinations