Places to visit in and around Hyderabad

Hyderabad is the capital of southern India’s Telangana state. A major center for the technology industry, it’s home to many upscale restaurants and shops. Its historic sites include Golconda Fort, a former diamond-trading center that was once the Qutb Shahi dynastic capital. The Charminar, a 16th-century mosque whose 4 arches support towering minarets, is an old city landmark near the long-standing Laad Bazaar.

Places to see in Hyderabad

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Charminar

An Iconic mosque with 4 minarets & arches Iconic 16th-century mosque with 4 grand arches, 48m tall minarets, and views over the Laad Bazaar.

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Golkonda

Fortress complex famed for acoustics Capital of a kingdom that flourished from the 14th to 16th century, with 87 semi-circular bastions.

Hussain Sagar

A large Buddha monument rises atop a giant rock in the midst of this heart-shaped, urban lake.

Ramoji Film City

Vast film studio & entertainment complex The world’s largest film studio offering tours live shows, on-site theme park, and adventure zone.

Salar Jung Museum

Varied art & antiques from Asia & Europe Former art collection of the Salar Jung family from around the world, now a museum.

Chowmahalla Palace

Restored palace complex & events venue Persian-style palaces with an opulent Durbar hall in 12-acre grounds open for events and receptions.

Nehru Zoological Park

A Massive animal park with safari rides Spacious 380-acre zoo featuring tigers, rhinos, elephants & monkeys, plus daily safari rides.

Birla Mandir, Hyderabad

Hilltop white marble Hindu temple Imposing, hilltop Hindu temple built of white marble, with towers, shrines, and interior carvings.

Lumbini Park

A Lush lakefront park with boat rides Popular park on a lake with gardens, musical fountain shows, a large Buddha statue & boat rides.

Osman Sagar

Urban reservoir lake & picnic spot Large city reservoir with park-like space popular for picnicking & viewing of sunrises & sunsets.

World wide famous cuisine of Hyderabad

Hyderabadi biryani

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Hyderabadi biryani is generally believed to have originated in the kitchens of the Nizam of Hyderabad^. Hyderabadi biryani originated as a blend of Mughlai and Iranian cuisine in the kitchens of the Nizam rulers of the historic Hyderabad State^. Hyderabadi biryani is a staple part of Indian cuisine.