Hyderabad Trip Overview
Full day city tour of Hyderabad include visit to Charminar, Mecca Masjid, Salar jung Museum, Chowmahalla Palace.
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Duration: 6 to 9 minutes
Starts: Hyderabad, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Full day city tour of Hyderabad include visit to Charminar, Mecca Masjid, Salar jung Museum, Chowmahalla Palace.
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Stop At: Charminar Road Char Lamar, Hyderabad 500002 India
The Charminar was built in 1591 by Mohammed Quli Qutub Shah, the fifth sultan of the Qutub Shahi dynasty of India. There are varying legends as to why he built the magnificent structure. One account says that the sultan built it in honor of his wife, Bhagyamathi (or Bhagmathi), together with the construction of Hyderabad itself.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Salarjung Museum, Osman Shahi, Gowliguda Kaman, Gowliguda, Hyderabad, Telangana 500024, India
At a distance of hardly 3 kms from the heart of Hyderabad lies a treat for tourists–the Salar Jung Museum. Famous for being the third- largest museum in the country, the museum boasts of having the largest antiques collection. Artefacts dating back to the first century can be found here. Established in 1951, the museum was under Mir Yousuf Ali Khan, better known as Salar Jung.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Chowmahalla Palace, Mahboob Chowk, Khilwat, Hyderabad, Telangana 500064, India
Once regarded as the center of Hyderabad, the magnificent Chowmahalla Palace was the seat of the Asaf Jahi dynasty where the Nizams entertained their official guests and royal visitors. Built over 200 years ago, Chowmahalla is renowned for its unique style and elegance. A synthesis of many architectural styles and influences, the Palace Complex has been meticulously restored.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Mecca Masjid, Charminar, Hyderabad 500002 India
Mecca Masjid is the biggest mosque in Hyderabad and lies 100 yards south-west of Charminar. The name is derived from the Grand Mosque at Mecca on which it is patterned. The hall is 67 metres by 54 metres and 23 metres high. The roof is supported by 15 arches, five on each of the three sides. The western side is blocked by a high hall to provide the Mehrab.
Duration: 1 hour
