Hyderabad - 14 Attractions You Must Visit
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About Hyderabad
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.Types of Attractions in Hyderabad
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Birla Mandir HyderabadThis is a Hindu temple built on a 280 feet high hillock .The construction took 10 years and was opened in 1976 , the temple was constructed by the Birla foundation.
Hindu Temples
Buddha StatueThe Buddha Statue of Hyderabad is the world's tallest monolith of Gautama Buddha, erected on Gibraltar Rock in the middle of Hussain Sagar.
Islands
Monuments
Sculptures
CharminarThis is a monument and a mosque located in Hyderabad which is built in 1591.The landmark has become known globally as a symbol of Hyderabad and is listed among the most recognized structures in India. The Charminar's long history includes the existence of a mosque on its top floor for more than 400 years. While both historically and religiously significant, it is also known for the popular and busy local markets surrounding the structure, and has become one of the most frequented tourist attract
Mosques
Street Markets
Monuments
Notable Architectures
Chowmahalla PalaceThe former centre of the ‘City of Nizams’, Hyderabad, the splendid Chowmahalla Palace was the seat of the rulers of the Asaf Jahi dynasty. This palace became the venue where the Nizams used to entertain their important guests and special visitors and organize ceremonial ceremonies. Erected around 200 years ago, Chowmahalla Palace boasts of exquisite architecture and magnificence.
Palaces
Notable Architectures
Falaknuma PalaceFalaknuma is a palace in Hyderabad. It originally belonged to the Paigah family and was later owned by the nizam of Hyderabad. It is on a hillock that covers around 32 acres.
Palaces
Golconda FortGolkonda fort is a fortified citadel and an early capital city of the Qutub Shahi Dynasty. Because of the vicinity of diamond mines, Golconda flourished as a trade centre of large diamonds, known as the Golgonda diamonds.
Forts
Notable Architectures
Hussain Sagar LakeThis is a heart shaped lake in Hyderabad built by Ibrahim Quil Qutub shah in 1563. There is a buddha statue erected in the middle of the lake
Lake/ River/ Ponds
Kasu Brahmanandha Reddy National ParkKasu Brahmanandha Reddy National Park is a vast spread of lush greenery and rich fauna which is located in the middle of Hyderabad city- Jubilee Hills. Named after former Chief Minister Kasu Brahmananda Reddy, this park promises rejuvenating nature amid the concrete buildings and traffic of city life.
Forests
Wildlife Sanctuaries
Mecca MasjidThis is a congregational mosque in Hyderabad. t is one of the largest mosques in India with a capacity of 20,000. The mosque was built between the 16th and 17th centuries and is a state-protected monument that lies close to the Charminar.
Mosques
Nehru Zoological ParkNehru Zoological Park was opened to the public in the year of 1963. It is situated near the historically important Mir Alam Tank, which is 200 year old and is the first multi-arch masonry dam in the world. Nehru Zoological Park is one of the largest zoos of India. Adding to the extensive varieties of wildlife, this zoo park is considered to be the first one where animals have been kept in zoological order.
Zoos
NTR GardensThis memorial was a part of the Buddha Purnima Project that was being handled by Hyderabad Urban Development Authority (HUDA) for the beautification and development of the Hussain Sagar lake and its surroundings as a major tourist attraction.
Parks
Notable Architectures
Paigah TombsPaigah Tombs are known for their architectural excellence. One of the best examples of Indo Saracenic architecture, the tombs presents a beautiful blend of Asaf Jah and Rajputani style of architecture. Built of white marble, Paigah tombs captivate visitors with intricately designed interiors.
Tombs
Notable Architectures
Salarjung museumThis is an art museum located in Dar ul Shifa on the southern bank of Musi river. It is one of the three national museums in India.
Museums
Shri Jagannath Temple, HyderabadThis is a modern temple built by the odia community at the city of Hyderabad. The temple is located near the Banjara hills. It resembles the original Jaganath temple in puri.
Hindu Temples
Notable Architectures
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