Hyderabad is known as the city of pearls, lakes and, lately, for its IT companies. It became the capital of the newly formed state of Andhra Pradesh in 1956. Located 650 meters above sea level, the physiography of the city is dominated by hills, tanks, forests and rock formations. Hyderabad has a number of universities, research and training institutions, including defence, police and administrative academies. It plays a major role in the field of Information Technology as well. Besides major industries both in state and central sectors, it is famous for tourist attractions like Charminar, Qutubshahi Tombs, Golconda Fort, Zoological Gardens, etc.