Foodies in Hyderabad, particularly those with a sweet tooth, have a reason to cheer as the city is set to host the International Sweet Festival for three days from January 13.
The Parade Ground at Secunderabad would be the venue for the second edition of the festival which is organised alongside the International Kite Festival.
Telangana Tourism and Culture secretary Burra Venkatesam, who held a meeting Monday on the arrangements for the events, said 1,000 varieties of sweets were showcased last year.
The meeting was attended by representatives of associations from various states in the country and abroad, he said.
Approximately eight lakh visitors turned up last year.
Representatives from 20 countries would set up stalls at the events this year, he said.
About 10 lakh people are expected to throng the twin festivals this year.
The participants are mainly those from other states and countries living in Hyderabad.
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