The sky-scrapes of the state present a montage of architectural styles, replete with astonishing sculpture and splendid edifices left behind by several dynasties. Hyderabad, the state capital, is a historic city, and is famous as the former seat of the wealthy Nizams. Charminar, Salar Jung Museum and the mighty Golconda Fort are some of the famous heritage spots in the city. The main crops are rice, maize, millets, pulses, castor, tobacco, cotton, sugarcane, groundnut and banana. Some of the major industries in the state are machine tools, synthetic drugs, pharmaceuticals, heavy electrical machinery, ships, fertilizers, electronic equipment, aeronautical parts, cement and cement products, chemicals, asbestos, glass and watches.
Important minerals found in the state are copper ore, manganese, mica, coal and limestone.
Cuisine Cuisine of Andhra Pradesh has a distinct flavor and is relished by many epicureans. Rice is the staple food and chillies dominate the native taste. The ubiquitous Andhra pickle, spicy in taste and flavor is the most appetising dish. Even Gongura chutneys enhance the basic flavor of a meal. Papads roasted or fried are an often-preferred addition.