Hyderabad
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See also Hyderabad (Pakistan).
Hyderabad is the capital of Andhra Pradesh, a state in the South of India. Hyderabad is adjacent to Secunderabad but there is no distinct border. Earlier they were separated by Hussain Sagar Lake (also known as Tank Bund in local parlance) but both cities have grown so much that now they have become one big city though administration still remains separate.
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Get in
Hyderabad/Secunderabad is well connected to all parts of the country by Air, Rail and Road. Airport is located in Begumpet. The Begumpet Airport also provides international connectivity to South East Asia, Europe and North America. There are three major railway stations, Secunderabad and Hyderabad, and Kachiguda, which provide connectivity to various parts of India. In case of road, you could drop off at a place closer to where you want to go into the city.
Get around
All forms of transport are available in the city right from city buses to chauffer driven taxis.
See
Historical
- Charminar
- Golconda Fort
- Falaknuma Palace The falaknuma palace used to be the home of the late nizam
- Qutubshahi Tombs
- Raymond Tomb
- Salarjung Museum [1] The salarjung museam is a very nice collection of articles from the late Nawab Salar jung and his father nad grandfather
- Taramati Tomb
- The Hyderabad Public School, Begumpet- Formerly, a nizam's(muslim-ruler) palace and the Jagirdar's College. This Institution was founded in 1923 and is currently one of the oldest and largest public schools in the country. The campus is also an internationally recognised heritage site.
Mosques
- The 400 year old Mecca Masjid
- The 300 year old Toli Masjid
- Moula Ali Dargah
Temples
- Birla Mandir
- St. Josephs Cathedral
- Sanghi Temple
- Chilkur Balaji Temple
Lakes
- Hussain Sagar (Tank Bund/Buddha Statue)
- Himayat Sagar
- Gandipet/Osman Sagar
- Shamirpet
Parks
- Lumbini Park
- Indira Park
- Public Gardens
- Nehru Zoological Park
- Sanjeeviah Park
- N.T.R. Gardens
IT Corridor Attractions
- Shilparamam (AP's Handicrafts and Cultural Exhibition Center)[2]
- Hitech City (Hyderabad's Silicon Valley) [3]
- Cyber Towers (First landmark building built by APIIC and L&T)
Institutions
Fun & Frolic
- Prasad's IMAX (First IMAX theatre in South India)
- Treasure Island
- Ramoji Film City
- Thunder Bowl
- Dhola-Ri-Dhani
- Yatri Nivas
- Qwiky's
- Stop Over
- Coffee Day
- Birla Planetarium
- Ramoji Film City (on the Vijayawada highway)
- Ocean Park
- Bowling Alley's
- Country Club
- Gandipet
- Falaknuma Palace
- Necklace Road
- Snow World
- Diginet Digital Experience Zone (AP's Best Gamecenter. Wifi hotspot, coffee shop, shopping)Ph: 55580009
Must See
- Exhibition called Numaish
The exhibition is an expo of various items manufactured all over India. It typically runs for 6 weeks from the 1st week of January to the second week of February.
- AP State Museum Gate #2, Public Gardens, Near Ravinda Bharati Auditorium
Visit the AP State Museum that displays a stunning array of artefacts dating back to the 1st century to the 20th Century. Ranging from the Lotus Medallion of the 1st century to the Amazing Kalankari work that adorned the bed-spreads of the Nizams to a period room that displays the typical living room of the Nizam time to the Jain sculptures and Statues - this place has it all.
If you are a history freak - this is the place for you. The Entry Fee is dirt cheap and for a little more you can click as many pictures as you like. A Definite worth while visit. Not to mention total Value for money!!
Buy
- Ornaments & Jewellery
- Pearls from Hyderabad
- Bangles from shops near Charminar
Bazaars
- Lad bazaar
- Begum bazaar
- Sultan bazaar
- General bazaar
Eat
- The Hyderabadi Biriyani is known all over India as one of the best Biriyanis.
Known to be the favourite dish of the Nizam's of Hyderabad, Biriyani is a dish that was originally made with lamb's meat carefully cooked with Rice. Today Biriyani can be made with anything ranging from vegetables to Chicken to Beef. Although any Irani cafe might serve this delectable dish, there are a few places that are popular than most. Hyderabad Biriyani house is one of them, and one might do well to look it up in the phone book. The Paradise Restaurant, located in the twin city of Secunderabad is another extremely popular place to savour this dish. Baawarchi is another hugely popular place.
- Andhra Meal
Andhra Meal is the local eat-to-your-heart-content type food.
- Other Cuisines
If Biriyani is not your choice of meal or you are stuffed with it more than once, do not fret. Hyderabad offers a variety of cuisines, and I can vouch for it as one of the best places to sample every cuisine. Palace heights, is a slightly upscale restaurant that offers great dishes with a spectacular view of the city.
Drink
The best drink in the summer months is lassi and faluda.
Sleep
Budget
- Hotel Ashoka, 6-1-70 Lakdikapul. Rs.450 to Rs.840
- Hotel Harsha, 39 Public Garden Road, Nampally. Rs 515-Rs 1085
- Hotel Haridwar, Koti. Rs.150 to Rs.500
- Hotel Sabharwal & Rajdhani Dhaba 4-1-35 6/2,Hanuman Tekdi, Near Reddy Hostel,Abids, 4752924. Rs.200 to Rs.550
- Hotel Megacity, 335-339 Basheerbagh cross road. Rs.275 to Rs.550
- Hotel Parklane, 115 parklane S.D.Road, Secunderabad-3. Rs.550 to Rs.800
- Hotel Karan, S.D.Road,Secunderabad-03. Rs.700 to Rs.1600
- Aahwaanam, J. N. Road, Abids. Rs.295 to Rs.650+5%
- Hotel Minerva, Himayatnagar. Rs.650 to Rs.900
- Hotel Dwaraka Heritage, 116 Chenoy Trade Centre, Park Lane, Secunderabad-3. Rs.500to Rs.950
- Hyderabad Youth Hostel, Boat Club near Hussain Sagar Dam. Rs.30to Rs.60
Mid-range
- Hotel Baseraa, 9-1-167/168 SD Road, Secunderabad-3. Rs 1200-Rs 2150
- Hotel Kamat Lingapore, 1-10-44/2, Chikoti Gardens, Begumpet, Hyderarabad-16. Rs 1350-Rs 2150 Phone: +91-040-27764242
Splurge
- Taj Mahal Hotel, Abids Road.
- Taj Krishna Hotel, Banjara Hills.
- Grand Kakatiya Sheaton, Begumpet.
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