Andhra Pradesh, which is situated in the south-eastern part of the country, is the 10th most populated state in India. The state hosted 121.8 million visitors in 2015, and it is the third most-visited state due to the presence of  Tirumala Venkateswara Temple in Tirupati. Although the state has the 7th largest state economy in India and ranks 20th in the human development index, the overall literacy rate is 67.41%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 74.04%.

The state stands 31st position among the Indian States in terms of literacy rate. In relation to the district-wise literates, West Godavari stands on top with 74.32% and Vizianagaram bottom with 58.89%.  

Bangalore is a warm cradle of diversities, and Telugu communities have a special place in the city. Telugu students are exposed to folks from nook and corner of the world at Bangalore. Moreover, students get to experience different cultures of the world in the same city. 

To face the challenging and competitive world, students need experiences that shape them as a person. Here are some advantages that students experience by choosing Bangalore for higher education.

• Universities: Karnataka has more universities than Andhra Pradesh. While there are 55 universities in Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh has only 33 universities. Moreover, many of the top universities in Karnataka are situated in Bangalore 
• Colleges: There are a higher number of colleges in Karnataka (3,429) than Andhra Pradesh (2,560). 
• Law Colleges: Karnataka offers a better option for law students as there are significantly more law colleges here in Karnataka than in Andhra Pradesh. 
• Medical and Dental Colleges: Karnataka has more number of medical and dental colleges. Therefore, it becomes a bit easier for students to get into their dream college. 

Most of the universities and colleges in the city of Bangalore are modernized and have many facilities. All of these facilities are built to make students' lives easier and less stressful. Many top universities and colleges in Bangalore provide the following facilities:

Library: The libraries at the top universities and colleges in Bangalore contain not only books but also digital resources. It gives the students access to almost an unlimited amount of information. 

Placements: Many reputed companies situated in Bangalore and other major cities conduct campus placements at the colleges in Bangalore. Some top universities and colleges also have a record of providing 100% placements. 

Hostels: The hostels at the colleges in Bangalore are well furnished and have all the modern amenities like wi-fi, TV, etc. 

Sports facilities: The colleges in Bangalore give high importance to developing the athletic talent of students. Therefore, colleges provide facilities for every kind of sport.

Given below is a list of top colleges and universities in Bangalore:

• Indian Institute of Science
• Christ University
• Bangalore University
• Maharani Lakshmi Ammanni College for Women
• PES University
• Reva University
• Jyoti Nivas College
• Mount Carmel College

Since Andhra Pradesh is only 669 km away from Bangalore, the easiest mode of travel is through bus transport. However, Bangalore is well-connected to the main cities of Andhra Pradesh, making it convenient for people to travel by train or flight.

Average distance between Bangalore and Andhra Pradesh:

Air Services:

The average flight time can vary between 2-3 hours, depending upon the place of departure. Andhra Pradesh has 6 airports which are as follows:

• Visakhapatnam
• Vijayawada
• Tirupathi
• Rajahmundry
• Puttaparthi
• Kadapa

While Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, and Tirupathi are international airports,  Rajamandury and Kadapa are domestic airports, and Puttaparthi airport is used only by officials who visit the Baba shrine. There are flights available to only Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, and Tirupati airports. 

Bus Services:

Many operators provide bus services from various parts of the state to Bangalore. The travelling time may vary from 9 hours to 16 hours, depending on the place. Therefore, students must choose to travel to Bangalore through bus services, depending on their location. 

Some of the well-known bus operators in Andhra Pradesh are as follows:

• APSRTC
• Kaveri and Kamakshi Travels
• Yamani Travels
• RK Travels
• Lakshmi Gayatri Travels

Train Services:

One can easily find both daily and weekly train services from various parts of Andhra Pradesh to Bangalore. The number of trains travelling to Bangalore from major cities of Andhra Pradesh is given in the table below:

Andhra meals are incomplete without the spicy gravies, tongue-tickling pickles, super tasty papads, and a variety of sambars. The savoury aroma and authentic spice of Andhra Pradesh are the main ingredients of the cuisine. As Bangalore is the hub of all kinds of foods, it is not surprising that it has some exceptional restaurants for Andhra meals. Given below is a list of the best restaurants to go for those who crave for some Hyderabadi biryani or rice, Pappu, and rasam. 

Apart from these above-mentioned restaurants, there are many Andhra mess in various parts of the city that provides home-cooked meals for students.

Since Bangalore is the education and IT hub of the country, it is not difficult to find accommodation in the city. For anyone who is travelling to Bangalore for the first time, there are many cheap hotel accommodations available near the main railway stations and Kempegowda Bus Station for them to stay. 

The following places also offer PG accommodation that offers Andhra food:

Bangalore is one of the few states in India that has a cosmopolitan culture, with 62% of the city's population comprising migrants from other parts of India. It’s a city that allows people to be themselves. 

Every community that lives in this city has their association that helps them to unite people from similar backgrounds. Similarly, there are many Telugu communities in Bangalore who are always there to help others who are moving to the city for the first time. 

People of Telugu origin can get all kinds of help related to accommodation and food from these types of associations. It enables the people to settle in the city as soon as possible with the least amount of effort. 

Bangalore is a city with multiple new and old titles like Silicon Valley of India, Air Conditioned City, City of Gardens, and Pensioners' Paradise. The city is a wonderful blend of past and present. It has a great mixture of history, architecture, culture, spirituality, and nature.  The city offers something for everyone. From grand palaces to adventure parks, there are a lot of places to visit within the city on the weekend.  

Lalbagh:

Nature lovers need not have to go very far from the city to experience greenery. Lalbagh, a 240 hectares garden, tops the list of places one can visit on a weekend with friends. Every nature lover gets to enjoy the view of the exquisite botanical garden built in the 18th century by Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan. There are rarest species of fauna and flora preserved in this garden. It also has a beautiful lake and a glasshouse where flower shows are organised in Bangalore on the Republic Day. 

Wonderla:

Wonderla is the best place to visit in Bangalore for an adventure lover. Filled with thrilling rides and splashing waters, Wonderla is the best place to have fun with friends and family. It has a Jungle Lagoon, Lazy River, and Boomerang that fill people with a great sense of adventure. 

Bangalore Palace:

The Bangalore Palace, with its grand Tudor architecture, gives a vibe that is similar to the one that people get at the Windsor Castle of England. The palace was constructed amidst lush green lawns, and it is used for organising various musical shows, rock concerts, and other events. The palace has seen artists like Jay Sean and Metallica.

Students who study in Bangalore need not worry about their careers. With the rise in IT, retail, and manufacturing-related activities, the city has become a home to various MNCs. The city has 33% of Indian IT Export companies that export IT services around the world. It has also become the international centre for software R&D as well. 

The top IT companies in Bangalore are as follows:

1. Google
2. Amazon India 
3. Yahoo
4. Flipkart
5. Informatica
6. Goldman Sachs
7. Morgan Stanley
8. Cisco
9. eBay
10. Netapp
11. Citrix
12. SAPs

Students coming from Andhra Pradesh to pursue higher education in Bangalore have better chances of being successful due to the vast number of opportunities available in the city. Any student from any field can develop a successful career in Bangalore as the city has various types of businesses and companies.