Andhra Pradesh Monuments
A land of a rich past and glorious architectural monuments, Andhra Pradesh cherishes its legacy from the successive dynasties of Ikshvakus, Pallavas, Chalukyas, Kakatiyas, Vijayanagaram Kings, Qutub Shahis, Mughals and the Asaf Jahis that ruled it and contributed significantly to its cultural heritage. Hyderabad, its capital, has a unique blend of Hindu and Muslim culture and has a larger share of the monuments and forts than the other cities of the state. The highlights of Hyderabad include Charminar, Salarjung Museum, Mecca Masjid, Qutub Shahi Tombs and Falaknuma Palace. Golconda Fort is legendary while Nagarjuna Sagar Dam, 1 km away from it, is the tallest masonry dam in the world. The 124 m high dam is built across River Krishna and has one of the largest networks of canal systems. Other unique feature of Golconda is that it houses the largest number of tombs at one place in the whole world. Nawab Vikar-ul-Ulmara of Hyderabad built the magnificent Falaknuma (meaning Star of Heaven) Palace as a gift for Mehboob Ali Khan, the sixth Nizam of Hyderabad. It is a rare blend of Italian and Tudor architecture.
1. Charminar, Hyderabad
Charminar, Hyderabad TourismThe Charminar is as much the signature of Hyderabad as the Taj Mahal is of Agra or the Eiffel Tower is of Paris.
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2. Bhongir Fort, Bhongir
This fort is located upon a single hill at Bhongir. More than 500 feet high and spread over an area of 40 acres, the fort was considered practically impregnable by invading armies.
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2. Salar Jung Museum, Hyderabad
The Salar Jung museum in Hyderabad is one of the oldest museums in the city. It is the only museum that has the largest compilation of personally collected artifacts from all around the world. This museum has the greatest collection of rare antiques and knick-knacks from all over the world. One needs to devote an entire day for touring the museum itself.
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3. Asman Garh Palace, Hyderabad
The palace was designed and built by Sir Osman Jah, a noble belonging to the Paigah family and one time Prime Minister of Hyderabad State.
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4. Golconda Fort, Hyderabad
Golconda is one of the famous forts of India. The name originates from the Telugu words "Golla Konda" meaning "Shepherd's Hill".
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5. Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad
Falaknuma Palace is situated in Falaknuma, about 4 km South of Charminar. It stands on a hill overlooking the city of Hyderabad. It is a magnificent palace.
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6. Osmania University, Hyderabad
Established in 1918, it is one of the oldest universities in India. Named after Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan, the university buildings are splendid, especially the Arts College building which is a perfect.
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7. Purani Haveli, Hyderabad
Purani Haveli is situated to the South east of Afzal Gunj Bridge near Dewandevdi. This is also a building based on Western architecture and noted for its cultural and historical background.
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8. Paigah Tombs, Hyderabad
There are many tombs of several generations of the Paigah nobles including Asman Jah, Viqar-ul-Umara and Shams-ul-Umara.
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