Romanticising Hyderabad in Things2do Style!

Hyderabad, a city of pearls has so much to offer everyone! From shopping hubs to famous dishes to activities, getaways, and more. One can live the most interesting and joyful lifestyle here. As you all have been a part of all Things2do virtual tours of what to eat in Hyderabad? Where to be in Hyderabad? What to get when in Hyderabad? And more such guides. It’s time to discover all the things that make people fall in love with Hyderabad. 

With our all-new article of Romanticising Hyderabad in Things2do Style! 

1Charminar

Hyderabad is a city that is so deeply entwined with its history that it is impossible to separate it from the past. It is a synthesis of various cultures, beliefs, and practices. Every monument has a wealth of history to share, but Charminar holds an extremely rich history. The 400-year-old monument has seen the city change, and evolve and is one of the most important witnesses to its rich past since 1591.  

Charminar is the most prominent landmark in Hyderabad, located right in the heart of the city. The monument, which was erected by Quli Qutub Shah to commemorate the founding of Hyderabad, has long been a favorite feature of the city.

2Golconda Fort

One of the most famous fort complexes in India, the history of the Golconda Fort goes back to the 13th century. Golconda continues to be proud of its mounted cannons, four drawbridges, eight entrances, opulent halls, magazines, and stables, among other things. 

After Aurangzeb’s army successfully marched through this gate, the outermost enclosure was given the name Fateh Darwaza, which means Victory gate. Fantastic acoustic effects can be seen at Fateh Darwaza, one of the numerous well-known engineering wonders at Golconda. 

The hilltop pavilion, located about one kilometre away, may clearly be heard when you clap your hands at a specific location close to the dome entrance. This served as a notice of oncoming peril to the fort’s occupants; naturally, it now amuses visitors.

3Laad Bazaar

“What do you sell, O ye merchants?

Richly your wares are displayed.

Turbans of crimson and silver,

Tunics of purple brocade,

Mirrors with panels of amber,

Daggers with handles of jade.”

In her poem, “In the Bazaars of Hyderabad”, Sarojini Naidu rightly describes the ever-buzzing Laad bazaar. With the famous bangles and pearls in every nook and corner of the place, this can be your go-to place for traditional street shopping.

Laad, which means lacquer, is used to make bangles with artificial diamonds set in them, no wonder Laad Bazaar is famous for bangles shopping. This hub in Hyderabad is more aesthetically pleasing than the pictures, and one has to be here if they need to make their tour to Hyderabad perfect! 

4Qutub Shahi Tombs

The beautiful monuments built in honour of the late Golconda kings that have defied the ravages of time and nature is the Qutub Shahi Tombs. Banjara Darwaza is where it is situated, just one kilometre away from Golconda Fort.

Their are imposing works of exquisite architecture that serve as reminders of the majesty of the Golconda rulers, who are buried nearby. These tombs, built by the Qutub Shahis, are among the oldest historical structures in Hyderabad. 

5Mecca Masjid

One of Hyderabad’s oldest structures is the Mecca Masjid. Sultan Muhammad, the sixth Qutb Shahi king, began to construct it in 1617, and it was finished completely build 76 years later, in 1693, when Hyderabad was ruled by the Mughals under Aurangzeb.

The Mecca Masjid served as the dominant mosque for the Nizams as they ruled Hyderabad. The Charminar is visible from the Masjid and is a beautiful sight especially during Ramzan. 

6Taj Falaknuma Palace

A gem in the clouds, the Taj Falaknuma Palace is perched 2,000 feet above Hyderabad. It was the previous residence of the Nizam, who was once thought to be the richest man on earth and whose palace was built in 1894.

This charming palace hotel in Hyderabad overlooks the sparkling City of Pearls and oozes romance and grandeur  that transports one back to the time of the Nizam. 

From the moment you arrive in a horse-drawn carriage at Taj Falaknuma Palace, the palace butlers treat you like royalty. Ascend the Grand Staircase and follow in the footsteps of the Nizams, European aristocracy, alluring Begums, and illustrious Heads of State. 

7Salarjung Museum

Salar Jung Museum stands out in this city of Charminar and Golconda Fort, pearls and palaces, as it is home to the largest one-man collection of antiquities and works of art in the entire world. The Salar Jung Museum, which is situated on the banks of the Musi River, greets you as you enter the old city, which is well-known for its ancient structures, beautiful palaces, delectable cuisine, and unique culture.

This magnificent museum’s 40 rooms take visitors on an incredible voyage to a bygone era steeped in aristocratic history and culture. Salarjung Museum, the third-largest museum in India has unique artifacts from a variety of historical eras and geographical locations.

8Chowmahalla Palace

The Chowmahalla Palace stops time in its tracks. In sharp contrast to the buzzing area around the Charminar, the Palace, which is nearby, but in a quieter region, allows you to enter right away into a new world, a beautiful world that is dotted with several signs of the Nizams’ wealth.

Beautifully carved archways with chandeliers made of Belgian crystal and shimmering in a rainbow of colours can be found inside the stunning hall. As you stroll through the foyers next to the durbar, you can feel the affluent influence of the Nizams’ illustrious history luring you into a world of nostalgia. 

To fall in love with Hyderabad has a good reason, which can be discovered once you be there, There are many things to do in Hyderabad, but for now, it’s time to appreciate what it has to offer and what makes it unique.  

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by Sreeja Maitra

Content Writer at Things2do