Hyderabad

History Of Hyderabad
The city, India's fifth largest, was founded in 1590 by Muhammad Quli, the fourth of Qutb Shahi kings. They ruled from 1512 until 1687, when they were defeated by the Mughal emperor, Aurangazeb. After Aurangazeb's death in 1707, Mughal control over this part rapidly waned and the Asaf Jahi viceroys who had been installed to look after the interests of the Mughal Empire broke away to establish their own independent state, taking first the title of subadar and later, that of nizam.

Its Beauty
Hyderabad is the capital of Andhra Pradesh. It is generally warm and dry during the summer months but it is particularly pleasant between November and March. Their are repertoire of colorful dances and folk songs, an essential part of religious procession and harvest celebrations are another facet of the Hyderabad cultural traditions.

Being located in the heart of the Deccan Plateau, Hyderabad is almost equidistant from all the important destinations in the south. Its geographical location makes it an important rail junction. It has a modern airport that links it to most major cities. There is also an extensive road network.

Places To Visit

Char Minar
A splendid piece of architecture standing in the heart of the city built by Quli Qutub Shah, in 1591. This magnificent monument is the unique symbol of Hyderabad.

Golconda Fort
The earlier capital of the Qutb Shahi kings, the Golconda Fort is a magnificent structure that displays the genius of its builders-walled enclosures that go up the hill. Places and an acoustic warning system that is most remarkable, for clap at the gate can be heard at the top of the citadel at a height of 61m.

Himayat Sagar
This 85 sq.km lake is a popular picnic spot. The Osman Sagar is ideal for a quiet get away. The lake landscape gardens and a swimming pool are some of its attractions.

Nagarjunasagar- Nagar junakonda
The excavated remains of an ancient Buddhist settlement and the worlds tallest masonry dam, built across the river Krishna, make it a spot worth visiting.

Warangal-Kazipet-Hanamkonda
Located north east of Hyderabad, these towns have fine examples of kakatiya architecture Shadow puppetry is another famous folk art.