Hyderabad

Hyderabad, the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, is sprawled over 650 sq km on the banks of the Musi River on the Deccan Plateau. The state capital is crowned with the title as the ‘City of Pearls’ forms a southern part of India and holds a population of around 6,290,397 and stands as the fourth most populous city and the sixth most populous metropolitan area, in the country.

The city was founded by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, in the year 1591 CE. The city had been under many rulers and dynasties which include the Mughal Empire, the Niazzams, the British Raj and many more. Then in 1956, it became a separate state.

The city is positioned on the junction of northern and southern part of India holds a unique culture which displays a perfect blend of northern and southern lifestyle. The city was once the erstwhile capital of the largest and the richest princely state along with the collaboration of the Nizzams, which has rendered the establishment of local tradition in the fields of art, literature, architecture and delectable cuisines.

The city stands as the important centre of Islamic culture and has a considerable percentage of population of Muslims. The city creates a perfect blend of Hindu and Islamic culture. The most important thing which will attract you and will convince you to visit the place over and over again is the kindness of the people here that you will experience even on your first visit to the place.

Hyderabad travel and tourism is a popular among the Indian and foreign tourists alike and for that the Hyderabad tour packages are a perfect way of exploring the splendor of the destination in Southern Eastern India.

General facts about Hyderabad
Location: South Eastern India
Language: English, Hindi, Urdu and Telugu
Climate: Tropical
Major Attractions: Charminar, Golconda Fort, Paigah Tombs, Jama Masjid, Mecca Masjid
Ideal Time to Visit: November to February

Tourist sightseeing in Hyderabad
Hyderabad, the capital city of the state Andhra Pradesh holds rich royal heritage from its past. Most of the tourist attractions in and around Hyderabad are historic monuments or holy places. There are places to visit in Hyderabad such as palaces, gardens, parks, wildlife reserves, museums and ancient temples, mosques and churches.

Some of the most popular tourist attractions here are Charminar, Golconda Fort, Paigah Tombs, Qutub Shahi Tombs, Asman Garh Palace, Falaknuma Palace, Raimond Tomb, Roshan Bungalow, Chowmahalla Palace, etc. Then there are few religious places in the city such as Chilkur Balaji Temple, Jama Masjid, Mecca Masjid, Toli Masjid, St. Josephs Cathedral, Birla Temple, Begumpet Mosque, Katta Maisamma Temple, etc.

While other attractions are the galleries of Nizam’s museum (Purani Haveli), Birla Planetarium & Science Centre and Salar Jung Museum, Hussain Sagar Lake, Osman Sagar Lake, Secret Lake and Himayat Sagar Lake, Indira Park, Lumbini Park, Sanjeevaiah Park, NTR Gardens, Kidwai Gardens and Public Gardens There are few amusement parks in the city that attracts especially the children and the nature lovers such as Treasure Island, Ocean Park, Runway 9, Nehru Zoological Park, Mrigavani National Park, KBR National Park and Deers Park (Mahavir Harina Vanasthali).

Climate of Hyderabad
The city of Hyderabad mostly experiences a warm climate and takes a relief on the arrival of the monsoons. Winters here starts with the month of November and remains on the scene till February. The best time to visit the place is from November till February as the state experiences cool and pleasant climate during this period.

How to reach Hyderabad

Hyderabad by Air: The city has Hyderabad International Airport and Rajiv Gandhi International Terminal, which connects the city to the rest of the world. The city can be reached by domestic airport which is N T Rama Rao domestic Terminal, connecting it to almost all the major cities of the country.

Hyderabad by Rail: Secunderabad, which is the twin city of Hyderabad, has a main railhead with the head quarters of Southern Railway. Nampally railway station connects the city to all the major cities of the country.

Hyderabad by Road: Hyderabad has a developed network of roadways connecting it to all cities in the state and the neighboring states.