Kadapa whose name has been originated from the telugu word ‘gadapa’ which means threshold or gate, is a city in the rayalseema region of the south central part of Andhra Pradesh. The city is nicknamed "Gadapa" ('threshold') since it is the gateway to Tirumala hills. What makes this place special is its spicy and culinary food. One of the few longest caves of Indian subcontinent which is the Belum Caves is located in this city.

Best time to visit: December to March