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Hyderabad One of India's must-to-visit city,
Hyderabad has a vast Historical Monuments ranging from Qutb Shahi
period to Asaf Jahi (Nizams) ! These beautiful structures were built
by Kings of Quli Qutb Shah dynasty, Rulers of Asaf Jah dynasty and
also by Royal Families of Hyderabad city.
Hyderabad History!
Theories explaining the origins and
etymology behind Hyderabad's name differ. A popular theory suggests
that after founding the city, Quli Qutb Shah fell in love with and
married a local Banjara girl known as Bhagyamathi. Upon her
conversion to Islam, Bhagyamathi changed her name to Hyder Mahal and
the new city was named Hyderabad
On November 1, 1956, the states of India were reorganized on
linguistic grounds. The territories of the State of Hyderabad were
divided between newly created Andhra Pradesh, Bombay state (later
Maharashtra), and Karnataka. Hyderabad and the surrounding areas
were added to Andhra Pradesh, based on the Telugu speaking
community. Thus, Hyderabad became the capital city of the new state
of Andhra Pradesh.
Hyderabad is the capital city and most populous city
of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. The city of Hyderabad has an
estimated population of around 6.1 million. Greater Hyderabad
metropolitan area has an estimated metropolitan population of 8.6
million, making it an A-1 status city. Greater Hyderabad
metropolitan area which incorporates 12 surrounding muncipalities is
the second largest in terms of land area in the country after Delhi.
Hyderabad is known for its rich history, culture and architecture
representing its unique character as a meeting point for North and
South India, and also its multilingual culture, both geographically
and culturally. Also known as The City of Nizams and The City of
Pearls,[2] Hyderabad is today one of the fast developing cities in
the country and a modern hub of Information technology, ITES, and
biotechnology. The people of Hyderabad are known as Hyderabadis, a
term derived from the city's name Hyderabad.
Hyderabad has become a preferred conference venue in India as well
as the world, with many conferences and meetings taking place in the
city. The city is home to the world's largest film studio, the
Ramoji Film City as well as the second largest film industry in the
country, the Telugu Film Industry known popularly as Tollywood. The
city is also known to be a sporting destination with many national
and international games conducted here. The city is regarded as a
blend of traditionality with modernity.
There are many popular tourist attractions in Hyderabad
City. Don't miss these top tourist spots on your next visit
to Hyderabad City.
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CHARMINAR |
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Charminar - The major
landmark in Hyderabad with four graceful
minarets located in the old city. It is
built as a memorial for plague victims.
Charminar in most occasions is used to
represent the city and the state and is
hailed as a unique Deccan monument.. Built
in 1591 by Muhammed Quli Qutub Shah as a
talisman to stop a deadly epidemic, the
Charminar offers a panoramic view of the
city from its four (char) minarets that are
about 49 m high. This mascot of the city was
built, in an Arabic style of architecture,
with lime and mortar. Within the Charminar
is a mosque. A temple is at the base of one
of its minars. |
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FALAKNUMA PALACE |
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Falaknuma Palace
- It's a beautiful and stunning piece
of architecture with Louis XIV-style decor,
a lavish Mughal ambience, Italian marble
staircases and ornate fountains. Built in
1892 by the Paigah noble Nawab Vicar Ul Umra,
this majestic structure was later purchased
by the Nizam VI in 1897. Designed in the
shape of a Scorpion with 2 stings by an
Italian architect, it is located on a hill
at a height of 2000 ft. stained glass
windows, ornate fountains and marble
staircases adorn this magnificent palace.
Showcased here are a collection of
paintings, Jade artifacts, statues, rare
manuscripts, books and antique furniture. |
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GOLCONDA FORT |
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Golconda Fort - located on
the outskirts of the city, Golconda Fort is
one of the most magnificent fortress
complexes in India. Seated on a hill on one
side and spiraling fort on the other, it's
location and internal design made it one of
the strongest forts in the world. Originally
a mud fort founded by the Kakatiya Kings of
Warangal during the 13th century, Golconda
attained glory under the Qutub Shahi dynasty
(1518 to 1687). This is where the priceless
Kohinoor diamond was found. One of the
famous forts of India, an added attraction
here is an enchanting sound & light show in
the evenings. |
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CHOWMAHALLA PALACE |
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Chowmahalla Palace
- It was
the seat of Asaf Jahi dynasty, where the
Nizam entertained his official guests and
royal visitors. Initiated in 1750 by Nizam
Salabat Jung and designed along the lines of
the Shah's palace in Isfahan, this actually
consists of a group of palaces each used as
a Durbar Hall. 'Chow' means 4 in Urdu,
signifying the number of palaces that are
designed in Mogul and European styles of
architecture. Built between 1857-1869 in
several phases by the Nizams, these palaces
offer a glimpse of the royal lifestyles.
Three of these palaces are single storeyed
whilst the main palace is a double storeyed
structure. |
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SALARJUNG MUSEUM |
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Salar Jung Museum - The museum houses the
largest one-man collection of antiques in
the world. A
mere day isn't enough to cover the whole
museum. The envy of global collectors, a
treasure house of antiques and an amazing
display of art - the Salar Jung Museum is
the largest single man collection in the
world. Compiled by Mir Yousuf Ali Khan, the
collection is mind boggling not only in
number but also in the variety of items.
Some of the unique items are, the Veiled
Rebecca, Marguerite& Mephistopheles (a two
sided sculpture), the Sword of Aurangazeeb,
gem studded daggers of Emperors Jahangir &
Shah Jahan and Queen Noor Jahan, etc. |
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TARAMATI BARADARI |
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Taramati Baradari
- Taramati Baradari monument is an ode to
the love of seventh sultan of Hyderabad
Abdullah Qutb Shah for his odalisque
Taramati. The Golconda rulers have a legacy
of five hundred years; the Taramati Baradari
monument is redolent of the glorious past.
The Taramati Baradari monument is a place
where art and culture comes to make one
heady concoction, which is sure to tempt
you. The Taramati Baradari monument retells
of the pristine period when the poets and
the artiste all where in their creative best
incorporating them in their art form be it
the dance or songs or poetry. The acoustics
of this hall was similar to the one in the
area of Bala Hissar. The monument is devoted
to the cause of classical music and folk art
dance forms; Taramati is known to dedicate
her life for this very cause. |
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MAKKAH MASJID |
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Mecca Masjid - A stone-built mosque, which
lies immediate southwest of Charminar.
Remarkable for its architecture, size and
its royal splendour, this is one of the most
beautiful mosques in Hyderabad. It is famous
for its synchronicity and the gateway bricks
believed to be from Mecca. Mecca Masjid owes
its name to the presence of the bricks in
the structure, which were brought from the
holy city of Mecca. The second largest
mosque in the country, it has within its
periphery the graves of the families of Asaf
Jahi kings. The stately architecture
consists of single slab granite columns and
five arches each on three sides.
Construction started under the Qutub Shahi
kings but was completed by Aurangazeeb in
1694. |
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BIRLA MANDIR |
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Birla Mandir - A Hindu temple made of white
marble located on top of a hill overlooking
the city. Referred to as the mini Tirumala,
the Birla Mandir is a pure white marble
temple, dedicated to Lord Venkateshwara.
Built on the Kala Pahad, overlooking the
Hussainsagar Lake and visible from miles
around, the temple seems to be a projection
of heaven. |
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BIRLA SCIENCE
MUSEUM |
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Birla Science Museum - The science centre is
another beautiful structure, reflecting the
advances made in science and technology. The
interior décor matches the architectural
exterior of the centre built over 10,000 sq
ft (930 m2). The centre is host to a number
of divisions such as the Planetarium, the
Science Museum, and the centre for Applied
Mathematics and Computer Sciences. Perched
atop the Naubat Pahad, overlooking the
Legislative Assembly, the Birla Planetarium
is a favourite amongst lovers of astronomy. |
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PUBLIC GARDEN |
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Public Gradens - Located adjacent to the Lal
Bahadur Shastri stadium, the gardens host
the Horticulture department of Andhra
Pradesh, the state museum of history and
archeology and a sprawling park.. State
assembly of Andhra Pradesh. Locally known as
the Bagh-E-Aam, the Public Gardens is
located in the heart of Hyderabad. This
popular park contains the State Legislative
Assembly, Telugu Lalitha Kala Thoranam,
Telugu University, Andhra Pradesh State
Museum, Contemporary Art Museum, etc. |
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BIRLA PLANETARIUM |
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Birla Planetarium - The Planetarium is
another magnificent building with a big dome
resembling that of the Gol Gumbaz in Bijapur
and some of the earliest government
structures in New Delhi. A special
attraction are the shows which unveil the
mysteries of the cosmos and the origins of
the universe, comets, eclipses, unidentified
flying objects and the clash of titans. The
latest addition is the Dinosrium, which
houses a collection of dinosaur egg fossils.
The highlight of the museum is a mounted
Kotasaurus yamanpalliensis, the remains of a
160 million old dinosaur. |
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7 TOMBS |
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Qutb Shahi Tombs - Home to various Tombs
dedicated to Rulers of Qutb Shahi dynasty,
located at Shaikpet, near Golconda Fort.
These are an example of Deccan architecture
with large minarets, huge domes, delicate
marble designs and multiple inner passages.
Nowhere in history has an entire dynasty of
rulers, been buried at a single site other
than the Qutub Shahi Tombs. Just a km away
from the Golconda Fort, the tombs were
designed and commissioned by the Qutub Shahi
rulers themselves. Built in an Indo-Persian
style, the structures have a square base
with domes that have pointed arches. |
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LUMBINI PARK |
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Lumbini Park - This is one of the popular
parks in the city. The main attraction of
this park was the Musical fountain. It is
now replaced by the 1500 seater Laserium,
the first of its kind in the state. Boat
rides take you across the lake to give you a
closer glimpse of the Buddha. A place for
entertainment, the Lumbini Park is a kid's
haven, and is located on the bank of the
Hussainsagar Lake. The colourful Floral
Clock and musically synchronized water
fountain are spell-binding. The jetty here
provides for various types of pleasure-boat
riding. |
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HUSSAIN SAGAR |
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Hussain Sagar - It is a man-made lake is
also famous for the 19-metre tall Buddha
statue on a platform island called "Rock of
Gibraltar" in the middle of the lake, and
for the Tank Bund which consists of
beautiful gardens and statues of famous
personalities. Boating and water sports are
a regular feature here. Set in-between the
twin-cities, the Hussainsagar is a
picturesque man-made lake. Created by
Hussain Shah Wali, during the reign of
Ibrahim Quli Qutub Shah in 1562, the lake
has facilities for speed boats, a huge 48
seated launch with starlit onboard dining
and provision for private parties. |
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ZOO PARK |
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Nehru Zoological Park - This zoo is the
largest in India by area, houses a large
variety of animals, birds, nocturnal
species, aquatic and amphibian species.
Located close to this is the Mir Alam lake,
which is proposed to be converted into an
Aquarium along the lines of Sentosa,
Singapore. Home for around 3000 animals,
birds and reptiles, the Nehru Zoological
Park is spread across 300 acres of verdant
greenery, with 250 species living in
conditions resembling their natural habitat.
The biggest zoo in India, also the first to
create moats around enclosures, the park has
a Lion Safari, Natural History Museum, a
children's train, and APTDC maintained
Haritha Restaurant. |
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BOTANICAL GARDEN |
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Hyderabad
Botanical Gardens - These gardens are spread
across a sprawling area of 130 acres (0.53
km2), housing different varieties of herbs,
plants, trees etc. These gardens provide a
complete visual treat to the eyes with water
bodies, meadows, and rich grasslands -
nature at its best. The botany enthusiasts
have something to boast about with Andhra
Pradesh's first Botanical Gardens. This park
will have large water bodies, sprawling
meadows, green grasslands, dense forests and
exciting rock formations. Envisioned to have
19 sectors, the first phase of 5 sectors is
already open to the public, providing
visitors an awe inspiring experience. |
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CHILKUR TEMPLE |
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Chilukuru Balaji Temple - It is the temple
of Lord Sri Venkateshwara. Located around 33
km from Mehdipatnam. This temple is
dedicated to Lord Venkateswara. Also known
as 'Visa' Balaji due to the popular belief
that He grants a visa to those who wish to
go to the USA. This famous temple is the
only shrine in India, that does not allow or
accept cash donations from the devotees. |
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NECKLACE ROAD |
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Necklace Road - This popular boulevard lies
on the other side of the lake, linking the
IMAX theatre and Sanjivaiah park. This has
become the-place-to-be for the Hyderabadis
in the evenings. This strip provides a
scenic atmosphere with lush lawns and long
rows of flower beds. Eat-Street,Water Front
are popular restaurants located on this
strip. The latest addition to this strip is
the Jal Vihar, a mini water world designed
to soothe your senses. |
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NTR GARDEN |
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NTR gardens - This leisure spot is located
beside the IMAX theatre. Situated on 36
acres of land adjoining the Hussain sagar,
these gardens provide of entertainment and
recreation to families and youth alike. It
also houses a memorial of Late Shri N.T.Rama
Rao, former Chief Minister. It is renowned
for its creative design which includes
tree-top restaurants and architecture. Being
one of the most visited spots, with serene
ambience and recreational facilities,
A monorail train regales visitors with
glimpses of the Machan (tree house),
Japanese Garden, Car Café, Souvenir shops,
Fruit Restaurant and children playing area,
that are a part of this park. |
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SHILPARAMAM |
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Shilparamam
- Located opposite Cyber
towers,HITEC city, it is an arts and crafts
village which was conceived with an idea to
create an environment for the preservation
of traditional crafts such as sculpting
wonders from stone, weaving in cotton, silk
and gold thread, Dhaka muslin, Kondapalli
toys, Bankura horses, gudda-guddis of
Punjab, temple arts and a motley of Indian
arts and crafts. |
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RFC HYDERABAD |
Ramoji Film City - (RFC) is the world’s
largest integrated film studio cum theme
park, at nearly 3,000 acres (8 km²). It is
also one of Asia’s most popular tourism and
recreation centres. Recently, it has made
its way to the Guinness Book of World
Records for being the largest film studio in
the world. Opened in 1996, it is about 30min
drive from Hyderabad on Vijayawada National
Highway (NH-9).
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POCHAMPALLY |
Pochampally -
Pristine environment, rustic beauty and wonderful
weaves, thats Bhoodan Pochampalli for you. A centre
of excellence for Ikkat (the art of 'tie and dye' in
fabrics), which will cast its spell on you, this
serene village is a wonderful getaway from urban
lifestyles. Easily accessible and only 45 km from
Hyderabad, it has many temples, a lake offering boat
rides, 101 Darwaja House, Chenetra Gurukulam, Swami
Ramananda Thirtha Rural Instititute and most
importantly the Vinobha Mandir. Visit to relish the
rural delicacies, also avail great bargains on
sarees, fabrics, furnishings and handicrafts. |
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OSMANIA UNIVERSITY |
Osmania University
- Indo-Saracenic in style with huge Moorish arches,
the main block, the Arts College of Osmania
University, is an amazing structure. The premier
University of the state and one of the oldest (1918)
in the country. The institution has been named after
Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan. With flowing lawns and a
picturesque landscape garden, the campus is
surrounded by various colleges dedicated to
different streams of education. A large library is
housed in a stately building. |
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NIZAM'S MUSEUM |
Nizam's Jubilee Pavilion
- A collection of the memorabilia, mementos and
gifts presented to the last Nizam on the occasion of
the Silver Jubilee Celebration are housed in the
Nizam's Museum. It's located in the Purani Haveli, a
250 years old palace. The collection consists of the
gold burnished throne used during the Silver Jubilee
in 1937, gold model of the Jubilee Pavilion, a
golden Tiffin box studded with precious stones and
an excellent filigree of a mahout atop an elephant.
Also on display are silver models of all the
prominent buildings and 3 vintage cars, a 1930 Rolls
Royce, a Packard, a Mark V Jaguar and various other
antiques. |
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SUDHA CAR MUSEUM |
Sudha Car Museum
- Shoe car, Brinjal car, Burger car, Camera car,
etc, can be found at this one-of-its-kind Car Museum
located at Bahadurpura. With more than 80 models of
cars and motorcycles, the museum is a must-see for
automobile lovers. |
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MF HUSSAIN'S MUSEUM |
Cinema Ghar
-This museum at Banjara Hills, was set up by M.F
Hussain at Banjara Hills to restore the Yakshagan
tradition. This institution is a tribute to the
glory of Indian cinema and also houses some of
Hussain's paintings. Also on display are a
collection of books on subjects of art and films. A
must-see for art lovers and film buffs. |
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PAIGAH TOMBS |
Paigah Tombs - A
stunning fusion of Islamic & Rajputana styles of
architecture with hints of Persian, Turkish and
Greek art forms, these are the tombs of the several
generations of the Paigah nobles. Located at
Pisalbanda on the outskirts of the Hyderabad, these
structures, spread over 30 acres, are unique
specimens of extraordinary workmanship that is
clearly visible in the wonderfully inlaid mosaic
work and is compared to the Taj Mahal for the sheer
splendour of artistry in white marble. |
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RAYMONDS TOMBS |
Raymonds Tomb -
General Michel Joachim Marie Raymond served as the
Commander for the 19,000 strong Nizams army. Having
come to Hyderabad in 1786 A.D, he was greatly
admired for his gallantry. This tomb was built after
his death in 1798, on a hillock at Saroonagar. |
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CYBER TOWER |
Hi-Tech City -
The modern technology hub of Hyderabad, a zone for
IT/ITES MNCs, HITEC City is situated at Cyberabad.
This area with its towering, spacious office spaces
is the face of modern Hyderabad. HITEC City stands
for Hyderabad Information Technology Engineering
Consultancy City, a major technology township which
is at the center of the information technology
industry in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh. This area
falls under Madhapur suburb like Madhapur, Kondapur,
Gachibowli, Nanakramguda, Manikonda, Thellapur etc. |
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