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Wednesday, October 17, 2007

Monuments of Hyderabad

Monuments of Hyderabad


The monuments of
Hyderabad are an absolute delight to visit. Hyderabad has its own share of
famous monuments that are a must visit on every tourists' itinerary. You will be
amazed at the rich history of each monument and will find the information on
these monuments very interesting. Not only are they historically significant,
they are also outstanding examples of ancient architecture still withstanding
the tests of time.

Charminar
The most famous
of all the monuments at Hyderabad is the Charminar, which is located in the
heart of the Hyderabad City. The Charminar has an exquisite architecture that is
worth seeing.

Golconda Fort
The
Golconda fort is another monument that oozes volumes of splendor and grandeur.
The sheer size of the fort walls will appall you and you will remain mesmerized
by its opulence.

Qutub Shahi
Tombs

The Qutub Shahi tombs in Hyderabad are yet another example of
subtle yet elegant architecture. The Qutub Shahi Tombs are a perfect blend of
Indian and Persian architectural forms, constructed in gray granite decorated
with exquisite ornamentation.

Paigah Tombs
The Paigah
tombs highlight the intricate artistic qualities of the artisans of that time.
It is amazing the kind of work done on the marble, so delicately and so finely,
it is hard to say whether it is marble unless you touch it for yourself.

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