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Andhra Pradesh State Museum is in Hyderabad in the picturesque Public Gardens. The museum was built in 1928 by the Hyderabad Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan. The museum stands as ...
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Andhra Pradesh State Museum is in Hyderabad in the picturesque Public Gardens. The museum was built in 1928 by the Hyderabad Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan. The museum stands as an excellent example of Indo-Saracenic style of architecture. This is one place art lovers should not miss visiting. The museum boasts rich repositories of art objects and antiques in India. A Buddhist Gallery, Bronze Gallery, Numismatics Gallery, Ajanta Gallery, Brahmanical and Jain Gallery, Arms and Armour Gallery are some of the galleries that display invaluable antiques.
The Buddhist and the Brahmanical galleries contain statues that date back to the second century and third century, reflecting sculptural skill of the ancestors. Around 14,000 gold coins and 1,00,000 silver coins are contained in the Numismatics Gallery, besides innumerable number of coins of other metals that belong to various periods.
The museum is open between 10 am and 5 pm and is closed on Fridays. Photographs can be taken only by permission.
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Archival Museum is located on the Public Gardens Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad. It is situated around 4.8 km from Ameerpet. It is present in the premises of AP State Archives and ...
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Archival Museum is located on the Public Gardens Road, Tarnaka, Hyderabad. It is situated around 4.8 km from Ameerpet. It is present in the premises of AP State Archives and Research Institute. It is one of the important museums in Hyderabad. There are many galleries present in this museum, which consist of different kinds of sculptures, weapons, coins, paintings, and so on. The museum also contains many historical records, rare manuscripts, and historical documents.
The antique lovers would really enjoy a lot when they visit this museum. The museum is being opened on all the days. The museum can be contacted over phone at 040-27018371.
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Religious
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Begumpet Mosque is one of the marvelous mosques present in Hyderabad. It’s well known among the people because of its amazing architecture. The architecture followed in this mosque is the ...
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Begumpet Mosque is one of the marvelous mosques present in Hyderabad. It’s well known among the people because of its amazing architecture. The architecture followed in this mosque is the Spanish Architecture. The mosque was constructed by Sir Vicar-ul-Umra a Paigah Nawab.
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The various Birla mandirs constructed across the country were built by the industrialists Birlas. Sri Venkateswara, or Lord Lakshminarayana, is the deity of these temples. Strangely, however, these temples are ...
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The various Birla mandirs constructed across the country were built by the industrialists Birlas. Sri Venkateswara, or Lord Lakshminarayana, is the deity of these temples. Strangely, however, these temples are known by the family that undertook the noble cause. The Birla Mandir in Hyderabad is built on the 280-foot-high hillock of Kalapahad. Birla Mandirs are constructed entirely using marbles. It is believed that it took 2000 tonnes of white marbles brought from the Indian state of Rajasthan to complete this holy place.
The intricate marble carvings blending the South Indian architecture, Utkal temple architecture and Rajastani architecture is simply amazing. The view from the highest level offers the viewer a spectacular view of the Hussain Sagar Lake and the Public Gardens and Lumbini Park.
The temple is open between 7 am and 12 noon and between 3 pm and 9 pm.
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Birla Planetarium and Science Museum is located in Naubat Road. The planetarium was inaugurated in 1985 by N T Ramarao. It is one of the most modern and one of ...
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Birla Planetarium and Science Museum is located in Naubat Road. The planetarium was inaugurated in 1985 by N T Ramarao. It is one of the most modern and one of its kind planetariums in India. With technological help from Japan, the museum is located in a doom-shaped building, which stands to educate those who visit. In fact, it is a place that both entertains and educates.
The sky shows are conducted every day along with periodically varying themes about the various elements of the universe, such as comets, meteors, the cosmos, the eclipses. With its startling sound quality and the amount of information disseminated, Birla Planetarium and Science Museum is one of the places that a visitor should not miss in Hyderabad.
The museum is closed on the last Thursday of every month and is open between 10 am and 8:15 pm. Entry fee is Rs 13. Telephone: 040-23241067, 23235081.
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Gardens
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An eco-tourist place, the botanical garden is in Madhapur, near the Hi-tech City, approximately 16 kilometers from Hyderabad. The garden sprawls over 120 acres of vegetation. On completion, the garden ...
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An eco-tourist place, the botanical garden is in Madhapur, near the Hi-tech City, approximately 16 kilometers from Hyderabad. The garden sprawls over 120 acres of vegetation. On completion, the garden will possess 19 Vanams, or sectors. The first phase is already completed and opens to public, with 5 sectors, which include medicinal plants, fruit and timber trees, ornamental plants, bamboos, palm trees and aquatic plants.
The design of the park includes rolling meadows, water bodies, and lush green grass lands. For people who would like to retire shortly from the city life, the garden is an excellent choice. Tents are available if you plan to stay. Bamboo and palm sectors are a major attraction in the park.
Entry fee is Rs 10 for adults and Rs 5 for children.
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Architectural
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The Buddha Statue is the world’s largest single-stone statue of Buddha, which is made of a white granite rock. It is 22 metres (72 feet) in height and 450 tonnes ...
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The Buddha Statue is the world’s largest single-stone statue of Buddha, which is made of a white granite rock. It is 22 metres (72 feet) in height and 450 tonnes (4,50,000 kilograms) in weight. It is located in the center of the lake on the rock of Gibraltar in the tranquil waters of the Hussain Sagar Lake. It was a contribution of the Buddha Poornima Project held in the year 1985.
The statue was carved by 200 artisans for more than two years. The statue has been shipped to Hyderabad in November 1988, after some initial troubles, the Buddha statue was raised up on 12 April 1992. The atmosphere ponders peace and perseverance. A visit to the Buddha statue by boat would be an unforgettable experience.
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Historical
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Charminar, an excellent blend of the Indo-Islamic architecture, is one of the places that will come to mind when one plans to visit Hyderabad. It is a square-shaped structure standing ...
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Charminar, an excellent blend of the Indo-Islamic architecture, is one of the places that will come to mind when one plans to visit Hyderabad. It is a square-shaped structure standing as a witness to the glory of Qutub Shahi dynasty. The structure is 56 meters high and 30 meters wide. There are four minarets standing on the four corners of Charminar, each minaret having double balconies. The balconies offer a breathtaking view of the surrounding. These minarets are crowned with small, bulblike copulas.
There are four grand arches facing the cardinal directions and major roads emanate from the arches, along the four cardinal directions. On the top floor is located a small mosque. There are 45 prayer spaces and people throng to this mosque for the Friday prayers. One should not miss the beautiful view of Charminar when it is illuminated.
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Chilkur is a picturesque village on the banks of Osmansagar, around 25 kilometers away from Hyderabad. Lord Balaji Venkateswara is the deity of the temple. Hundreds of thousands of devotees ...
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Chilkur is a picturesque village on the banks of Osmansagar, around 25 kilometers away from Hyderabad. Lord Balaji Venkateswara is the deity of the temple. Hundreds of thousands of devotees worship here every year. It is a serene place for retreat and meditation.
The temple was built around five hundred years ago. This temple is considered to be an alternative to the Tirumala temple. Lord Balaji Venkateswara showers his blessings to the devotees along with Rajya Lakshmi (fondly called ammavaru).
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Chowmahalla Palace is near the Charminar. It comprises of four palaces. The Asif Jahi dynasty made this palace as their seat. The official guests as well as royal visitors were ...
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Chowmahalla Palace is near the Charminar. It comprises of four palaces. The Asif Jahi dynasty made this palace as their seat. The official guests as well as royal visitors were entertained here. The heart of the Chowmahalla Palace is called Khilwat Mubarak, and houses the Clock Tower, Council Hall and Roshan Bungalow. Roshan Bungalow was named after the sixth Nizam’s mother, Roshan Begum.
The palace was restored and opened to public in January 2005. After five years of documentation and restoration work, the first courtyard regained its former glory.
The palace is open to visitors between 10 am and 5 pm. It is closed on Fridays and on national holidays. Entry fee is Rs 25 for Indians and Rs 150 for foreigners.
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Religious
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Dhartimata Temple is located in Begum Bazaar. The main goddess of this temple is Dhartimata, which is the earth goddess. It is believed that by performing puja to this goddess ...
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Dhartimata Temple is located in Begum Bazaar. The main goddess of this temple is Dhartimata, which is the earth goddess. It is believed that by performing puja to this goddess by women, they will get rid of the problems faced during pregnancy and childbirth.
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Beaches, Lakes & Falls
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The Durgam Cheruvu is located near the Hi-tech City, the home of information-technology industries in Hyderabad. This lake, which is also called the Secret Lake, belongs to older times. This ...
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The Durgam Cheruvu is located near the Hi-tech City, the home of information-technology industries in Hyderabad. This lake, which is also called the Secret Lake, belongs to older times. This lake once served as a drinking water source to the Golconda Fort. The lake brinks on the lush green terrains of the Jubilee Hills.
Rich scenic surroundings and the picturesque lake waters made this become a major tourist attraction. Pedal boating, camping, and trekking facilities are available. A cafeteria as well as a refreshment center are located on its banks. Granite shields around here are one of its kind in Asia. They date back to around 2500 million years, bringing rock lovers from all over the world.
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Historical
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Falaknuma Palace is located 5 kilometers due south of Charminar. The palace is located on a 2000-foot-high hill. Nawab Vikar-ul-Umra built this palace and Nizam VI purchased this palace from ...
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Falaknuma Palace is located 5 kilometers due south of Charminar. The palace is located on a 2000-foot-high hill. Nawab Vikar-ul-Umra built this palace and Nizam VI purchased this palace from Nawab Vikar-ul-Umra in 1897. The latter used this palace as a royal guest house. The grandson of Nizam VII, Nawab Mukarramjah Bahadur, owns this palace now.
With lavishly decorated interiors and built by an Italian architect, this palace stands as a witness to the late nineteenth century architectural taste of Hyderabad. The palace is modeled like a scorpion whose two “stings” are spreading out towards north. The palace has as many as 220 lavishly designed rooms as well as 22 halls.
The rosewood dining table of the palace is known for its ability to take 100 guests at a time. With its Venetian chandeliers, marble staircase, carved balustrades, a massive library with one of the unique collection of the Holy Quran, this palace deserve not to be missed out by any visitor. Prior permission is a must to visit this exotic palace.
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The Golconda Fort is situated due west of Hyderabad. The fort was founded as early as the twelfth century by the Kakatias. The Qutub Sahi kings converted this fort into ...
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The Golconda Fort is situated due west of Hyderabad. The fort was founded as early as the twelfth century by the Kakatias. The Qutub Sahi kings converted this fort into a mighty fort with granite walls and ramparts that extend to around 5 kilometers in circumference. The perimeter of this massive fort measures around 11 kilometers, with 15 to 18-foot-high walls. There are as many as 70 ramparts besides 8 huge gates.
Golconda was once the market city for its diamond trade. Darya-e Nur, meaning ”sea of light”, measuring 185 carats and housed now in Iran, was mined here. Many other famed diamonds—including the Kohinoor Diamond, Nur-Ul-Ain Diamond, the Hope Diamond, and the Regent Diamond—are believed to belong to the mines in this region.
Highlight of the fort is a light-and-sound show. The timings of the show are different during summers and winters. During November–February, the shows begin at 6:30 pm, and during March-October, the shows begin at 7 pm. On Wednesdays and Sundays the shows are presented in English; on Tuesdays, Fridays, and on Saturdays, in Hindi; and on Thursdays, Telugu.
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Beaches, Lakes & Falls
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The relatively small Himayat Sagar Lake is located nearly 20 kilometers from Hyderabad. This lake was also built on Musi River. The lake was named after Himayat Ali Khan, the ...
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The relatively small Himayat Sagar Lake is located nearly 20 kilometers from Hyderabad. This lake was also built on Musi River. The lake was named after Himayat Ali Khan, the youngest son of Nizam VII. The grassy area which is adjoining the lake serves as an ideal picnic place.
The road atop this lake’s bund is a good road for a lovely drive. Visitors can book cottages of the tourist complex of Andhra Pradesh Tourism through Andhra Pradesh Travel and Tourism Development Corporation. A serene combo of clean air, lush green area and sparkling water makes this place a must see.
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Beaches, Lakes & Falls
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Hussain Sagar Lake was built in 1562 by Hazrat Hussain Shah Wali, during the reign of Ibrahim Quli Qutb Shah. The lake was built on a tributary of Musi River ...
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Hussain Sagar Lake was built in 1562 by Hazrat Hussain Shah Wali, during the reign of Ibrahim Quli Qutb Shah. The lake was built on a tributary of Musi River and is located in the midst of Hyderabad city. The main Tank Bund links Hyderabad and Secunderabad, which are famously called the twin cities.
The bund is laid with a broad road with well-maintained lawns and houses 33 statues of famed personalities of Andhra Pradesh state. A 16-meter-tall, 350-tonne, monolithic Buddha statue is on the middle of the lake. Lumbini Park, which houses the Buddha statue, has a musical fountain. There is a Lower Tank Bund road, which mainly serves to decongest the traffic.
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Religious
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Art & Museum
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Hyderabad State Museum is now known as AP State Museum. It is situated in the Public Garden of Hyderabad. It is the oldest museum of Hyderabad. The Nizam, Mir Osman ...
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Hyderabad State Museum is now known as AP State Museum. It is situated in the Public Garden of Hyderabad. It is the oldest museum of Hyderabad. The Nizam, Mir Osman Ali Khan, desired to save the cultural heritages in his state and he created the Department of Archaeology in the year 1915. Since the collection became so huge in the year 1930, it resulted in starting of the museum in the Public Gardens of Hyderabad.
The museum consists of many galleries committed to arms and armoury, bidri ware, bronzes, coins, copies of Ajanta murals, manuscripts, miniatures, modern paintings, sculptures, stone sculptures, textiles, weapons, and so on. Next to the British Museum, A.P. State Museum has a plentiful collection of coins (the second largest collection in the world). It has about 14,000 gold coins, and around 1,00,000 silver, lead, and copper coins of different dynasties of Andhra Pradesh.
The museum is being opened on all days, except Fridays, from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm. The visitors are not permitted to take photos in the premises of A.P. State Museum without prior permission.
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Gardens
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Indira Park is located in the Lower Tank Bund Road of the Hussain Sagar Lake. Named after the late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, this one of the oldest parks consists ...
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Indira Park is located in the Lower Tank Bund Road of the Hussain Sagar Lake. Named after the late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, this one of the oldest parks consists of 76 acres of lush green landscape. Sandalwood trees and date palms grow here in abundance. Musical dancing fountains entertain the visitors to their amazement.
Rose garden and commercial nursery garden add beauty to the landscape. Children can spend time skating in the skating arena nearby. Katta Maisamma Temple lies near the park. A small pond in the park offers boating facilities to the visitors. There is also a canteen to cater to the needs of the visitors.
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Religious
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ISKCON Temple is located at Nampally in Hyderabad. It is one of the famous temples constructed by the ISKCON organization. The main deity of this temple is Lord Krishna. Other ...
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ISKCON Temple is located at Nampally in Hyderabad. It is one of the famous temples constructed by the ISKCON organization. The main deity of this temple is Lord Krishna. Other deities of this temple are Sri Gaura-Nitai, Sri Jagannatha Baladeva-Subhadra, and Sri Radha Madana-Mohana.
The temple is usually crowded on Krishnashtami since thousands of devotees visit this temple. The temple has been kept under strict watch by the police personnels. Many metal detectors have been set up at the gateways by which no frisking was executed.
Usual programmes are performed on daily basis. On Sundays special programmes are performed. The temple also distributes the Krishna Prasadam to nearly 1,000 devotees every month. Bhakti Vrksha facilitates devotees to get personal attention and guidance on how to exercise bhakti yogas and sustain good association.
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Lal Darwaza accommodates a number of devotional structures, which are popular in Kachiguda. Kachiguda Mahankali Temple, which is the locale for Bonali procession, is one of the most important popular ...
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Lal Darwaza accommodates a number of devotional structures, which are popular in Kachiguda. Kachiguda Mahankali Temple, which is the locale for Bonali procession, is one of the most important popular sites. Devi Navarathri Utsavam is one of the famous pujas done in this temple.
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Wildlife
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Named after the former chief minister of Andhra Pradesh Kasu Brahmananda Reddy, this national park is situated in Jubilee Hills. The park, spread over an area of more than 150 ...
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Named after the former chief minister of Andhra Pradesh Kasu Brahmananda Reddy, this national park is situated in Jubilee Hills. The park, spread over an area of more than 150 hectares, is established to safeguard the biodiversity of the place. Chiran Palace, which belongs to the former Nizam of Hyderabad, is seen here.
The flora of this park typically represents that of southern tropical deciduous forest, and the park has around 600 species of flora. More than a hundred species of birds, besides scores of species of reptiles and butterflies and many species of mammals, although not large mammals, are seen here. It is an urban refuge for rare species of fauna such as Monitor Lizards, Jungle Cats, Wild Boars and varieties of snakes.
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Keesara is a small village some 30 kilometers from Hyderabad. On “Sivarathri” day, every year, the place becomes busy as many people throng to the temple here, the Keesara Gutta ...
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Keesara is a small village some 30 kilometers from Hyderabad. On “Sivarathri” day, every year, the place becomes busy as many people throng to the temple here, the Keesara Gutta Temple. Archeologists believe that this place—called Gatika—was, in fact, an educational institution belonging to the third century, much in the veins of the present-day colleges.
The temple, also called Ramalingeshwara Temple, is recently renovated. Around this temple, there are a number of ruined shrines in the Gupta architecture, of fifth century. There are scores of meter-high lingas—the phallic symbol—around the main deity. To the Hindus, these lingas signify life and fertility. The base of these lingas is set in a base structure that signifies the womb.
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Fun & Entertainment
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It is a family-oriented entertainment centre equipped with all kinds of well-maintained amusement products like fun games, action games, skill games, gift machines.
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It is a family-oriented entertainment centre equipped with all kinds of well-maintained amusement products like fun games, action games, skill games, gift machines.
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Gardens
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Beaches, Lakes & Falls
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Lotus Pond is a modest water body located on Banjara Hills in Hyderabad. The pond is enclosed by luxuriant green flora; the pond is about 1.2 km diameter. This pond ...
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Lotus Pond is a modest water body located on Banjara Hills in Hyderabad. The pond is enclosed by luxuriant green flora; the pond is about 1.2 km diameter. This pond is the home of about 20 species of birds. Some of the birds of this pond are common coot, common moorhen, little egret, little grebe, pied kingfisher, sunbirds, and white wagtail. The pond is being kept in good condition by the Municipal Corporation of Hyderabad.
The pond was believed to be an eco-preservation project contributing natural components into the concept of this project without troubling the ecosystem and preserving the natural rocks and the pond. The construction of the project was launched on 20 November, 1999. The project was finished in the year 2001.
People are allowed to visit this pond on all the days between 6 and 10 am, and 4 and 8 pm.
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Gardens
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Lumbini Park is situated a few yards from the famous monolithic Buddha statue of the Hussain Sagar Lake. Lumbini Park is part of the Buddha Poornima Project, and is named ...
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Lumbini Park is situated a few yards from the famous monolithic Buddha statue of the Hussain Sagar Lake. Lumbini Park is part of the Buddha Poornima Project, and is named after the birthplace of Buddha. A large “clock” designed using flowering plants at the entrance welcomes the visitors.
The park is a serene landscape decorated with seasonal flowering plants, rocks and cacti. Children have a lot to be entertained here, including the musical fountain and water cascades. The musical fountain dances to the tunes of popular Hindi and Telugu numbers.
The park is open to visitors on weekdays, except on Mondays.
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Wildlife
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Mahavir Harina Vanasthali Wildlife Park is also known as Mahavir Harina Vanasthali National Park. It is named after Lord Mahavira. It is located in Vanasthalipuram, which is 15 km away ...
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Mahavir Harina Vanasthali Wildlife Park is also known as Mahavir Harina Vanasthali National Park. It is named after Lord Mahavira. It is located in Vanasthalipuram, which is 15 km away from Hyderabad. This park has been established in the year 1975. The most important attraction of this park is the endangered black bucks. During monsoons, the park appears spellbinding with various kinds of colourful flowers flowering all around. The park has been estimated to consist of about 400 deer.
Besides the Black Bucks, the park also houses various other species animals, which include Cheetahs, Mongooses, Monitor Lizards, Porcupines, and Wild Boar. There are many species of birds also seen in this park, which are Cormorants, Doves, Eagle, Egrets, Kingfishers, Kites, Partridges, Peacocks, Pond Herons, Quails, and Vultures. People can find over 80 species of migratory birds in this park.
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Religious
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The construction of Mecca Masjid in Hyderabad employed 8000 masons working round the clock for 77 years. The Masjid is one of the oldest, and biggest, mosques in the entire ...
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The construction of Mecca Masjid in Hyderabad employed 8000 masons working round the clock for 77 years. The Masjid is one of the oldest, and biggest, mosques in the entire country. This mosque is located 100 meters from the Charminar. The myth is that bricks used for the construction of this masjid comprised of bricks from Mecca.
The masjid houses a 75-foot-high hall, which has dimensions of 220 feet by 180 feet. Belgian crystal chandeliers adorn the mosque. The structure started withering and cracking, making the government announce the region to be traffic free.
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The Maula Ali Dargah was constructed in the retention of Hazrat Ali, who is the son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad. It was constructed by the Asif Jahis. The 400 steps ...
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The Maula Ali Dargah was constructed in the retention of Hazrat Ali, who is the son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad. It was constructed by the Asif Jahis. The 400 steps make you to contribute your religious interest. The dargah is located on the top of a hillock near Moula-Ali, which is in north-eastern part of Hyderabad. The panoramic view of the Hyderabad city from the top of the Moula-Ali hill is a breathtaking scene.
The Moula-Ali Dargah is incomparable in a sense since it does not have anybody's mortal remains. The Heritage Conservation Committee of HUDA has identified this dargah as one of the eleven heritage sites. To get life comfortable for the visitors, there is a long stairway to go up the hill to arrive at the Dargah.
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Gardens
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Mrigavani Wildlife Park is also known as Mrigavani National Park, in Chilkur, which is situated around 25 km from Hyderabad. The park covers a huge area of about 700 acres. ...
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Mrigavani Wildlife Park is also known as Mrigavani National Park, in Chilkur, which is situated around 25 km from Hyderabad. The park covers a huge area of about 700 acres. The plants of this park are of tropical dry deciduous types. It consists of about 600 plant species constituting algae, bryophytes, pteridophytes, herbs, climbers, shrubs, and huge trees. The important trees are bamboo, neem, rosewood, sandalwood, teak, and so on.
The park is also house of different species (around 20 species) of animals, which includes cheetah, civet cat, forest cat, hare, mongoose, porcupine, sambar, and wild boar. Around 115 species of birds (including Babblers, Curlews, Ducks, Flower Peckers, Lapwings, Peacocks, Partridges, Quails, and Warblers) are seen in this park. It also comprises of about 20 species of butterflies and many hundred species of insects and worms.
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With approximately 1500 species of birds, reptiles and animals, and with 300 acres of land, Nehru Zoological Park is one of the largest zoos in Asia. The zoo is located ...
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With approximately 1500 species of birds, reptiles and animals, and with 300 acres of land, Nehru Zoological Park is one of the largest zoos in Asia. The zoo is located near Bahadurpura, Hyderabad. Chimpanzees, white peacocks, rhinoceros, and mynahs are the significant varieties of species seen in this well-maintained park. Lion Safari is the major attraction within the zoo.
The eager visitors are taken in a closed-cage tour inside the zoo, where wild animals such as majestic lions, tigers, wild oxen, rhinos and panthers are let live in their simulated natural habitat. A nocturnal zoo, a natural-history museum, a mini train, above all the prehistoric dinosaur park make the park a place to enjoy. It would take 6–7 hours to cover all aspects of the zoo.
The zoo is open between 9 am and 5 pm. Closed on Mondays and national holidays.
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Art & Museum
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The Nizam’s Museum is an equally entertaining museum in Hyderabad. It is located in Purana Haveli, in the heart of the city. The museum is just two kilometers from Charminar. ...
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The Nizam’s Museum is an equally entertaining museum in Hyderabad. It is located in Purana Haveli, in the heart of the city. The museum is just two kilometers from Charminar. The second Nizam of Hyderabad acquired a palace around 1750 and made it into a museum with a breathtaking collection of antiques.
The gifts and mementos on the silver jubilee celebrations are being displayed here. Among this precious collection are the expensive and vintage 1930 Rolls Royce, Mark V Jaguar and Packard. Gold-furnished throne used during the celebrations; a gold tiffin box, with diamond inlaid it; coffee cups made of silver and studded with diamonds are also seen. Gold and silver models of various buildings and the silver Jubilee pavilion are also showcased.
The museum is open on all days except Fridays, between 10 am and 5 pm.
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Gardens
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NTR Memorial Gardens are the latest and exciting attractions of Hyderabad. It is situated at Hussain Sagar Lake. It has been built on behalf of the late Shri N T ...
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NTR Memorial Gardens are the latest and exciting attractions of Hyderabad. It is situated at Hussain Sagar Lake. It has been built on behalf of the late Shri N T Rama Rao, who was one of the most attractive and extraordinary chief ministers of Andhra Pradesh.
The NTR Gardens has been set up in an area of about 36 acres. The gardens provide a calm atmosphere and up to the present time the garden also provide recreation facilities like boat ride, car cafe, children's playing area, eat out joints, fruit restaurant (the 2000-square-metre restaurant is circumvented by three petal-shaped ponds), Japanese garden, machan tree, souvenir shops, and so on. A railway having a single track takes the guests all around the gardens.
Different types of flowerbeds and the verdure provide a pleasing change to the people who tired of with pollution and traffic in the city.
The gardens are open from 2.30 pm to 10 pm. There is entrance fee of about Rs 15 for adults and Rs 10 for children.
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Miscellaneous
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Numaish is the Urdu word, which means exhibition. The Hyderabad Numaish has something for all the people. It was first organised in the year 1937 during the ruling period of ...
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Numaish is the Urdu word, which means exhibition. The Hyderabad Numaish has something for all the people. It was first organised in the year 1937 during the ruling period of the Nizam. Almost all the roads of the city lead to the Numaish in Nampally, which is located in the centre of Hyderabad. The people from various regions of the city and even adjacent districts and neighbouring states visit this place to take part in the gala event.
From this Numaish, people can get a variety of materials like carpets from Iran, dry fruits from Jammu and Kashmir, hand-made garments of Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal, best quality electronic items of the country, and different types of handicrafts. Besides these items, the other items like ceramics, costumes, electrical goods, fitness equipment, footwear, furniture, glassware, handlooms, jewellery, kitchenware, leather goods, tableware, traditional garments, trendy wear, toys, and so on are also available here!
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Fun & Entertainment
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It is a wonderful entertainment park in Hyderabad.
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It is a wonderful entertainment park in Hyderabad.
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Beaches, Lakes & Falls
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Osman Sagar Lake is situated about 20 km away from Hyderabad. It is commonly known as Gandipet. The important attractions of this lake are Elless World, Ocean Park, and Treasure ...
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Osman Sagar Lake is situated about 20 km away from Hyderabad. It is commonly known as Gandipet. The important attractions of this lake are Elless World, Ocean Park, and Treasure Island. This lake is crowded in all the seasons. The water body was made by building a dam on Moosi River in the year 1920 by Mir Osman Ali Khan. The lake supply water to the cities Hyderabad and Secunderabad.
Osman Sagar Lake covers an area of 46 square km. The environment here is very pleasing and the decorated gardens with a swimming pool are additional attractions to this lake. There is no any specific time to visit this place. It could be visited at any time of the day. It is open for the public - no entrance fee!
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Religious
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Even though the Paigah tombs are recent discovered, they belong to the late eighteenth century and incarnate unique decoration and elegance in marble. These tombs cover an area of around ...
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Even though the Paigah tombs are recent discovered, they belong to the late eighteenth century and incarnate unique decoration and elegance in marble. These tombs cover an area of around two acres. Paigah Tombs are located in Santosh Nagar, which is 10 km away from Hyderabad. The main attractions of these tombs are the unique architecture and the carvings of the marble.
The tombs are a chain of large burial chamber built for the Paigahs and the proximate members of the families Paigahs. These structures are the examples of noteworthy artistry expressing the dainty inlaid mosaic work. The people of Hyderabad claim that the geometric conventions of the sculptural characteristics of these tombs are incomparable and not seen at any place in the world.
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Gardens
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Public Garden is located in the center of the Hyderabad city. It was constructed in 1846 by the Nizam government. It is the oldest and the biggest park of Hyderabad. ...
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Public Garden is located in the center of the Hyderabad city. It was constructed in 1846 by the Nizam government. It is the oldest and the biggest park of Hyderabad. The important attractions of the garden are the Jawahar Bal Bhavan (for children to study fine arts), jubilee hall, state archaeological museum, state legislative assembly, Telugu Lalita Kala Thoranam (an open-air theater, which is the venue for many fashion shows, film festivals, and beauty pageantries), and the Indira Gandhi Auditorium.
The Government of Andhra Pradesh has recently bestowed a huge statue of Mahatma Gandhi in this garden. The garden is famous for the well-conserved greenery and lawns.
The garden is being opened on all the days, except Fridays, from 9 am to 12 noon and 2 pm to 5 pm.
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Historical
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Purana Haveli is the main residence of Mahbub Ali Pasha, the Nizam VI. One of the neo-classical structures, it is a sprawling complex built during the mid-nineteenth century. That the ...
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Purana Haveli is the main residence of Mahbub Ali Pasha, the Nizam VI. One of the neo-classical structures, it is a sprawling complex built during the mid-nineteenth century. That the Nizam lived a lavish life can be seen from the Massarat Mahal, situated on the eastern wing of the building. It houses the Nizam’s wooden wardrobe, a giant 73-square-meter room having two closets and an elevator. The two closets are of two levels, and the mechanical elevator is used to reach the top level of the closets.
The Nizam’s museum is also found in the Purana Haveli. Purana Haveli is open between 10:30 am and 5 pm, except on Fridays.
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Religious
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Qutub Shahi Tombs are located at around one kilometer away from the Golconda Fort. Qutub Shahi Tombs are a clump of tombs – there are more than thirty tombs in ...
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Qutub Shahi Tombs are located at around one kilometer away from the Golconda Fort. Qutub Shahi Tombs are a clump of tombs – there are more than thirty tombs in the composite besides some other open air tombs. It is the most trustworthy evidence of the architectural traditions of the Qutub Shahi. The Qutub Shahi phratry constituted out of the 5 fragments of the Kingdom of Bahmani, which was founded by Sultan Quli in the year 1518. He contributed numerous buildings to Golconda and reinforced its fortification.
These tombs and some other buildings of the king of the Qutub Shahi characterize the evolution of a modern architectural style. The style of architecture is a mixture of the Hindu, Pathan, and Persian forms. The main material utilized in the construction of these tombs is grey granite, which was ornamented with stucco decoration wheresoever required.
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Art & Museum
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Salar Jung Museum is located on the southern side of the river Musi. It is the third most prominent museum in India domiciliating the largest one-man aggregations of antiques in ...
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Salar Jung Museum is located on the southern side of the river Musi. It is the third most prominent museum in India domiciliating the largest one-man aggregations of antiques in the world. This museum is very famous throughout India for its well-known collections of materials belong to various civilizations starting from first century.
The museum is a majestic treat to the cognoscenti with an accumulation of more than 43,000 art materials and 50,000 books and manuscripts. The collections contain Children Art, European Art, Far Eastern Art, Indian Art, and Middle Eastern Art along with a gallery of founders and uncommon manuscripts section.
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Religious
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The picturesque Sanghi Nagar is an industrial hub, some 25 kilometers away from the heart of Hyderabad. Standing a little away from the place is the divine Sanghi temple, with ...
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The picturesque Sanghi Nagar is an industrial hub, some 25 kilometers away from the heart of Hyderabad. Standing a little away from the place is the divine Sanghi temple, with 15-foot-high Raja Gopuram. The temple is at the top of Paramanand Giri. Lord Anjaneya is on the way leading to the temple. The majestic temple is built in the Chalukya–Chola style of architecture.
The main deity of the temple is Lord Venkateswara. The idol in the temple is a replica of that found in Tirumala. There is a Parvathy Temple near to the Lord Venkateswara Temple. There is another temple nearby in which Lord Shiva along with Goddess Kamalambika. Temples for Lord Rama, Lord Ganesha and Lord Karthikeya—both the sons of Lord Shiva—and Goddess Durga are also stand nearby.
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Gardens
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Sanjeeviah Park is located at the end of Necklace Road near Hussain Sagar Lake in Hyderabad. The park has been named after Dr. Neelam Sanjeev Reddy, former president of India. ...
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Sanjeeviah Park is located at the end of Necklace Road near Hussain Sagar Lake in Hyderabad. The park has been named after Dr. Neelam Sanjeev Reddy, former president of India. It covers an area of 99 acres. The main attractions of this park are different variety of roses, floral clock, and rock garden (has numerous different sizes and shapes of rocks). The visitors can find specific high breed multi-coloured cultivar of roses.
Sanjeeviah Park is one of the best parks in Hyderabad. It was the preferred destination for twosomes; hence it acquires the name 'Lovers Park'. The park has rambling lawns of unending verdure where the children can run around, play, and enjoy themselves. Next to this park is a children's park, which attracts the kids very much.
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Religious
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Shahi Masjid is a majestic masjid located in the premises of Public Garden in Hyderabad. The masjid reflects the Shahi architecture. The spectacular arches, columns, domes, and minarets of this ...
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Shahi Masjid is a majestic masjid located in the premises of Public Garden in Hyderabad. The masjid reflects the Shahi architecture. The spectacular arches, columns, domes, and minarets of this masjid are adding treat to the eyes of the visitors.
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Getaway
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Shamirpet is famous for its artificial lake and other attractions near to the lake. The small lake of Shamirpet was built around 50 years ago by the Jahangir of the ...
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Shamirpet is famous for its artificial lake and other attractions near to the lake. The small lake of Shamirpet was built around 50 years ago by the Jahangir of the region. This lake is a rain-fed lake. Katta Maisamma, located in the lake bund, is a place of worship here. The deity is believed to protect the visitors.
There is a small pond near the Katta Maisamma temple, acting as a home for many small and beautiful birds. There used to be a well-laid garden earlier. A deer park is seen on the vicinity of the park, beside the lake resort, and is run by the Forest Department.
The park is open between 9 am and 5 pm. Weekends are particularly crowded with more people from the nearby towns and city came here. Shamirpet is an otherwise peaceful picnic spot.
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Shyam Mandir Temple is the new name of Veeranna Gutta. The local population still uses the old name “Veeranna Gutta” to refer Shyam Mandir Temple. The temple has great beauty ...
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Shyam Mandir Temple is the new name of Veeranna Gutta. The local population still uses the old name “Veeranna Gutta” to refer Shyam Mandir Temple. The temple has great beauty and splendor; it is located on a small hillock. Originally, the temple had lord Hanuman as main shrine; however, later a temple for lord Shiva was built. It is now recreated.
At present, the premises constitute temples for Lord Sri Anjaneya, Lord Sri Kaal Bhairava, Lord Sri Radha Krishna, Lord Sri Shiva, and Lord Sri Shyam Baba. The mandir has also encloses temples for Amba Mata, Naag Devta, and possibly Navagraha.
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St. Joseph's Cathedral is situated in the gun foundry area of Hyderabad. It is one of the most splendid cathedrals in Hyderabad. The important sites to be seen in this ...
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St. Joseph's Cathedral is situated in the gun foundry area of Hyderabad. It is one of the most splendid cathedrals in Hyderabad. The important sites to be seen in this Cathedral are Italian architecture and five mammoth bells topping the cathedral. Although the belfry does not have ample space; the stairs are not recommended for anybody with the timidest stirrings of ricketiness.
The main hall of this cathedral is a large one, which can accommodate more than 500 individuals at a time for gathering. The five giant bells have been made and brought from Italy. The bells have been attached to this fabled construction in 1892. The bells are not only sacred, but also it is believed to safeguard the people against lightning and storms; so the bells are being rung dynamically during a forthcoming storm to alert the people.
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Art & Museum
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Nehru Zoological Park is situated in Bahadurpur area, which is 16 Kilometers away from Hyderabad. The main attractions of this park are Lion Safari Park, Museum of Pre-historic Animals, and ...
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Nehru Zoological Park is situated in Bahadurpur area, which is 16 Kilometers away from Hyderabad. The main attractions of this park are Lion Safari Park, Museum of Pre-historic Animals, and Natural History museum. The Natural History museum displays many ancient artefacts and dummies of stuffed extinct birds and animals. The museum has also consists of uncommon and exciting exhibits.
The Natural History Museum and the Lion Safari Park are making the visitors to feel their great experiences while visiting Nehru Zoological Park.
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Religious
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Toli Masjid is an ornate mosque, which situated in the suburban area of Karvan, near Purana Pul. It is located nearly 2 km away from the Golconda fort. It was ...
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Toli Masjid is an ornate mosque, which situated in the suburban area of Karvan, near Purana Pul. It is located nearly 2 km away from the Golconda fort. It was constructed in 1671 by Mir Musa Khan Mahaldar, who was a majestic designer of Abdullah Qutb Shah. The frontage comprises of five arches, each of which consists of lotus decorations in the spandrils. The main arch is somewhat br | |
