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Wednesday, October 17, 2007

Places of Worship at Hyderabad

Places of Worship at Hyderabad



Hyderabad is a
city that sees an amalgamation of two major cultures - Hinduism and Islam. The
religious places in Hyderabad are a fine example of the peaceful co-existence of
the two cultures. The temples and mosques of Hyderabad have splendid
architecture and have withstood the tempests of time till today. Give your
spiritual side a boost by visiting the famous places of worship of
Hyderabad.

Begin your tour with a visit to the famous Birla Mandir of
Hyderabad. The spotless white marble temple, situated on an elevated ground
shining under the bright sun, is an alluring sight to any one watching it for
the first time. You can visit the Chote Hazrat Ki Dargah, which is also in the
city of Hyderabad. The main Dargah can be reached after climbing a flight of 400
stairs. Also visit the Mecca Masjid of Hyderabad, which is the oldest and
largest mosque of this twin city.

Visit the Paigah tombs to view those
unique geometrical patterns, which are believed to be the characteristic feature
of this holy place. In the Qutub Shahi tombs you can get to know the ancient
customs that were followed before the burial of a royal member. In the Raymond
tomb, you can see the resting place built in the memory of a heroic European
general. In St. Joseph's Cathedral you can hear the rhythmical bells, which are
perfectly attuned to the serene atmosphere of the church. You can get the
details of the holy places that are mentioned over here in our related
sections.

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