Kadapa   formerly Cuddapah, is a city in the south-central part of Andhra Pradesh, India . The city's name originated from the Telugu word "Gadapa" meaning threshold or gate. Main languages spoken are Telugu and Urdu Kadapa is famous for great personalities in medieval times like Vemana, Pothuluri Veerabramham, Annamacharya, Pemmasani Thimma Nayudu. Kadapa is one of the important cities in Rayalaseema, Andhra Pradesh, and is situated in the south-central part of the Andhra Pradesh State. It is located 412 kilometres  south of state capital, Hyderabad and is situated 8 km south of the Penna River. The city is surrounded on three sides by the Nallamala and Palakonda hills. The city is named "Threshold" because it is the gateway from west to the sacred hill Tirumala of Sri Venkateswara Swamy.

Kishkindakanda, one of the 7 kandas of the Ramayanam, is believed to have happened in Vontimitta, Kadapa District. Vontimitta is 20 kilometres from the city. The Anjaneya Swamy temple in Gandi was also believed to be a part of the Ramayanam; It is believed that the statue of Anjaneya Swamy in Gandi is made by Sri Rama on a hill stone with the tip of his arrow to acknowledge his help in finding Sri Sita Devi.

Cuddapah History

Kadapa was a part of the Chola Empire between the 11th century and 14th century. It became part of the Vijayanagar Empire in the latter part of 14th century. The region was under the control of Gandikota Nayaks, governors of the Vijayanagara Empire for about two centuries. The most illustrious ruler during this time was Pemmasani Thimma Nayudu who developed the region and constructed many tanks and temples here. Muslims of Golkonda conquered the region in 1565 CE when Mir Jumla raided Gandikota fort and defeated Chinna Thimma Nayudu by treachery. Later the British took control of Kadapa District in 1800 CE. Although the town is an ancient one, it was probably extended by Neknam Khan, the Qutb Shahi commander, who called the extension "Neknamabad"
Monuments from the rule of the YSR District Nawabs are still found in the town. Most prominent among these are two towers and the dargahs. The city has plenty of temples in and around the city and also has three churches. recently Kadapa has recognized as municipal corporation.

Cuddapah Climate

The District experiences its minimum temperature varies in 28-30 C range in November to January and its hottest temperature varies in 40-45 C range during April-May. Based on the Agro-climatic conditions the District falls both in Southern and scarce rainfall zone. The best season to visit this place is November to January.

Cuddapah Tourism

Tourist Places In Cuddapah
Gandikota Fort
Sidhout Fort
Tallapaka
Attirala
Nandalur   
Pushpagiri
Gandi Anjaneya
Vontimitta
Brahmamgari Matham