Fondly
called the 'city of Nawabs' Hyderabad offers a captivating combination of
tradition and trend to the tourists and travellers. Hyderabad is one of the
most rapidly growing cities of India. The IT hub in Southern Indian state of
Andhra Pradesh is easily accessible. Regular flights, frequent trains and
the excellent road network make Hyderabad a great travel destination.
Sightseeing at Hyderabad
Charminar : This is the
landmark structure of Hyderabad. Located in the heart of the city the
galleries and arches of Charminar are of great importance to the tourists.
The Charminar is the hub of the city, has four wide roads radiating in the
four cardinal directions. The four minarets command the landscape for miles.
The structure is square, each side measuring 100 feet, with a central
pointed high arch at the center. The whole edifice contains numerous small
decorative arches arranged both vertically and horizontally.
Mecca Masjid : Close to the Charminar stands the Mecca Masjid, begun
by Muhammad Qutb Shah in 1617 and completed by Quranzeb in 1693. It is a
grand edifice with a huge courtyard, which can accommodate nearly ten
thousand men at prayer.
Falakuma Palace : Another tourist attraction in Hyderabad is the
Falakuma palace. The palace was home to the last Nizam and stores the most
expensive art objects, tapestries and carpets, in addition to the largest
single-man collection of diamonds.
Husain Sagar Lake : Between Hyderabad and its twin city Secunderabad
lays the Husain Sagar Lake. This large artificial lake offers breathtaking
views of Naubat Pahad, a hilltop crowned by the Birla temple.
Golconda Fort : The
majestic and imposing monument which lies on the Western outskirts of
Hyderabad city - Golconda Fort, unravels with it the 400 years of the rich
cultural heritage of this city. Golconda has been known as famous center for
diamonds, and the diamond mines boast of some of the most renowned diamonds
in the world. The Kohinoor originally belonged to Golconda as did the
Darya-I-Noor, the Orloff, the Pitt, and the great table of the Nizam. This
massive fort is 11 km in perimeter and its walls are 15 to 18 ft high. The
whole fort is built in granite and is flanked by 70 ramparts and 8 huge
gates.
Best Season to Visit : Through out the year.
Reaching Hyderabad
Air : Hyderabad is connected by air with Ahemdabad, Bhubaneshwar,
Kolkotta, Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Tirupati and Visakhapatnam.
Rail : Hyderabad / Secunderabad are connected by rail with major
cities.
Road : Hyderabad is also well-connected by National Highways. It is
connected by road to Banglore(590 km), Visakhapatnam(667 km), Chennai(671
km), Goa (698) km, Mumbai (713 km).
STD/ISD Codes
If dialing from India ------- 040 (number)
If dialing from abroad -------+91-40 (number)
Shopping in Hyderabad
Hyderabad is a shopper's paradise. The city is synonymous with pearls.
Cultured pearls studded in gold and silver jewellery of exquisite design are
specialty. Laad Bazar near Charminar is the heart of old Hyderabad, and
where you'll find Hyderabadi specialties such as pearls, glass and jewelry.
One can also buy Bidriware from here, as Hyderabad is also famous for
Bidriware. For women, Hyderabad holds yet another shopping opportunity
those irresistible late Kat saris in striking colors. Also typical of the
state is Kalmakarithe hand painted fabric, and Nirmal painting, using
dyes to create memorable scenes from the Mahabharat and the Ramayana.
Abids Basheerbagh, Nampally and Sultan Bazar in Hyderabad; MG Road and
Rashtrpati Road in Secunderabad are the most ideal place for the shoppers.
Hyderabad Attractions
