Bhongir
Fort, Bhongir
This fort is located upon a single hill at Bhongir. More than 500 feet high
and spread over an area of 40 acres, the fort was considered practically impregnable
by invading armies. Built in the 12th c...
Chandragiri
Fort, Chandragiri
Chandragiri was the later capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. The forts and
Mahals at the place are attractions for tourists. The fort is said to have been
built in AD 1,000 by Immadi Narasimha Yadava...
Asman
Garh Palace, Hyderabad
The palace was designed and built by Sir Osman Jah, a noble belonging to the
Paigah family and one time Prime Minister of Hyderabad State. The granite turrets
and arched windows of Asman Garh stan...
Charminar,
Hyderabad
The Charminar is as much the signature of Hyderabad as the Taj Mahal is of Agra
or the Eiffel Tower is of Paris. It is a magnificent square edifice of granite,
built upon four grand arches facing No...
Golconda
Fort, Hyderabad
Golconda is one of the famous forts of India. The name originates from the Telugu
words "Golla Konda" meaning "Shepherd's Hill". The origins
of the fort can be traced back to the Kakatiyas period Go...
Falaknuma
Palace, Hyderabad
Falaknuma Palace is situated in Falaknuma, about 4 km South of Charminar. It
stands on a hill overlooking the city of Hyderabad. It is a magnificent palace.
"The edifice had the same importance in H...
Legislative
Assembly, Hyderabad
Built in 1913, the building was originally the Hyderabad State Town hall. The
architecture is a synthesis of Rajasthani and Persian styles, with an all white,
aesthetic look. Located adjoining the pic...
Osmania
University, Hyderabad
Established in 1918, it is one of the oldest universities in India. Named after
Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan, the university buildings are splendid, especially
the Arts College building which is a perfect...
Purani
Haveli, Hyderabad
Purani Haveli is situated to the South east of Afzal Gunj Bridge near Dewandevdi.
This is also a building based on Western architecture and noted for its cultural
and historical background. When the l...
Paigah
Tombs, Hyderabad
There are many tombs of several generations of the Paigah nobles including Asman
Jah, Viqar-ul-Umara and Shams-ul-Umara. The tombs are magnificent structures,
decorated in stuccowork, and represent ...
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