4 off-beat places to visit in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana from Hyderabad

Horsley Hills:  
 

Where: Named after the collector of the Cuddapah district, WD Horsley is a hill station. The drive here is said to be gorgeous.
Distance from Hyderabad: 145km by road
From whom: Those looking to escape the heat and the crowd, or up for a scenic drive
Best time to visit: All through the year
Other activites: Wildlife sanctuary, and an environment park

Yadarigutta   

Where: The Yadirigutta or Yadagiri temple is a sight to behold with the deities of Lord Vishnu is all his three forms embedded in the main cave. This can be considered as the second Tirupuati.
Distance from Hyderabad: 60km by road
For whom: History and cultural buffs, and spiritual folk
Best time to visit: All through
Other activities: Small hike up to Bhogir fort
 

Lambasinghi  
 

Where:  Called the Kashmir of Andhra Pradesh, this scenic place is gorgeous especially when it snows sometimes in winter. Yes, you heard right.  Snow in South India. Who knew?
Distance from Hyderabad: 480 kms
For whom: For those who love nature and camping under the stars
Best time to visit:  All through
Other activities: Thajangi Reservoir, Black Eyed Susan Garden – great spots for photography and breaks from your journey

Adilabad

Where: For a slice of history and its erstwhile rulers, combined with some natural beauty, Adilabad is the place for you.
Distance from Hyderabad: 4.5 hours by road
For whom: History and cultural buffs
Best time to visit: Oct- March
Other activities: Wildlife sanctuary, and shopping

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