Hyderabad is known as the City of Pearls, as it had once flourished as a global center for trade of rare diamonds, emeralds as well as natural pearls. Mecca Masjid, Charminar, Golconda fort, QutubShahi tombs, Paigah tombs are some of the historic structures.
Hyderabad is the capital of southern India’s Telangana state. A major center for the technology industry, it’s home to many upscale restaurants and shops. Its historic sites include Golconda Fort, a former diamond-trading center that was once the Qutb Shahi dynastic capital. The Charminar, a 16th-century mosque whose 4 arches support towering minarets, is an old city landmark near the long-standing Laad Bazaar.
Trip Info
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Bus or Cab
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Hotels and Resorts
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Hyderabad
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Telgu, Hindi, English
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All meals during the visit (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks)
Overview
Infused in Indian especially Mughal history, the city of Hyderabad is a culturally vibrant city in Southern India which is constantly buzzing with people from all walks of life. The Old part of the city has retained its charm till date giving the entire city a good mix of cosmopolitanism. Some of the countrys finest Mughal inspired architecture can be spotted in the olden part of the city where you can also explore the lanes filled with Chai shops with beautiful aromas emanating from it and the starling contrast of the smell from masalas from the spice merchants! In short, the olden part of the city is a treat to your senses in every way possible. Although you may want to spend a large part of your time in this part of the city, we strongly suggest a visit to the stunning Golconda Fort during the early evenings so that you can walk around the gardens of the fort and admire its beauty when sun light is still out and when the dusk kicks in you can enjoy the lovely and informative sound and light show at the Fort which is a part of all best tour packages for Hyderabad.
Highlights
- It is one of the most sacred places of Worship.
- The Mallikarjuna Swamy temple is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva.
- The Srisailam dam which is a hydroelectric station and is the second largest in capacity within India.
- Ramoji film city holds the title of the largest film studio complex in the world.