Nizamabad is a town situated in the Telangana region
of Andhra Pradesh. Formerly known as Indur or Indrapuri, it also serves
as the financial headquarters of the Nizamabad district. In the 8th
century, the city had been reined by the Rashtrakutas. It derived its
name from Nizam-ul-Mulk, the ruler of the Nizam state. Once the princely
states of South India, Nizamabad is the biggest commercial and trading
center of the district today.
Earlier it had been under the sway of the Chalukya dynasty and then
Tughlaq dynasty, followed by the Nizam Kings. After attaining importance
industrially and agriculturally, it has come into the glare of
publicity. This place was further highlighted with the establishment of
Telangana University that serves the districts of Nizamabad, Adilabad
and Medak. Nizamabad is also a promising destination from the point of
view of travel and tourism.
Being influenced by various dynasties, Nizamabad definitely boasts of a
blend of cultures. It has rich coffers in the form of forests and
agricultural lands. Its major industries are made by confectionery and
alcohol units. It is striving hard to achieve heights without
compromising its rich culture and indigenousness. Together with grand
festivals and ancient monuments, Nizamabad is a great place to visit in
Andhra Pradesh.
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