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A delightful blend of the old and the new, Hyderabad presents
to the onlooker an interesting skyline, with modern buildings
standing shoulder - to-shoulder with fascinating 400 year old
edifices - the remains of the city's Islamic roots. Known as
the Istanbul of India, Hyderabad boasts of Qutb-Shahi architecture
- the Jami Masjid, Mecca Masjid, Toli Masjid and Hyderabad symbol,
the Charminar. A fine climate, a fascinating amalgam of cultures,
magnificent cuisine, splendid shopping and a variety of things
to see and do, make a trip to this city memorable. Places of
interest in the city include the spacious Public Gardens, the
tranquil Landscape Gardens, the temple on Kala Pachad, the Birla
Planetarium on Naubat and the vast expanse of the Husssain Sagar
Lake with the statue of a giant Buddha gazing over it. The Nehru
Zoological Park affords a variety of a variety of animals, birds
and reptiles in their natural surroundings, the Salar Jung Museum
displays a great collection of beautiful objects and a little
away from the city,is the imposing Golconda Fort.
AROUND HYDERABAD
Golconda Fort (13 kilometers) The earlier capital of the Qutab
Shahi Kings, the Golconda Fort is a magnificent structure that
displays the genius of its builders - walled enclosures that
go up the hill, palaces and an acoustic warning system that
is most remarkable, for a clap at the gate can be heard at the
top of the citadel at a height of 61 meters
ACCESS
Daily air services connect Hyderabad with the major cities of
India and is well connected by rail with other towns and cities
of the country. It is also excellently connected by bus and
deluxe coaches with all neighbouring towns and cities and places
of tourist interest.
EXCURSIONS
Nagarjunakonda (150 km), Warangal (157 km) best known for its
beautiful lakes, temples and rich flora and fauna; Srisailam
(232 km) -- home of one of the 12 jyotirlingams placed in the
Mallikarjunaswamy Temple.
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