Hyderabad
The capital city and most populous city of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. The city of Hyderabad has an estimated population of around 6.1 million. Greater Hyderabad metropolitan area has an estimated metropolitan population of 8.6 million, making it an A-1 status city. Greater Hyderabad metropolitan area which incorporates 12 surrounding muncipalities is the second largest in terms of land area in the country after Delhi.
Hyderabad is known for its rich history, culture and architecture representing its unique character as a meeting point for North and South India, and also its multilingual culture, both geographically and culturally. Also known as The City of Nizams and The City of Pearls,[1] Hyderabad is today one of the fast developing cities in the country and a modern hub of Information technology, ITES, and biotechnology. The people of Hyderabad are known as Hyderabadis, a term derived from the city's name Hyderabad.
Hyderabad has become a preferred conference venue in India as well as the world, with many conferences and meetings taking place in the city. The city is home to the world's largest film studio, the Ramoji Film City as well as the second largest film industry in the country, the Telugu Film Industry known popularly as Tollywood. The city is also known to be a sporting destination with many national and international games conducted here. The city is regarded as a blend of traditionality with modernity
