Jump to:
Once one of India's richest princely states, Hyderabad is renowned as the source of the magnificent Koh-i-Noor diamond as well as its notoriously pleasure-loving nizams.
Char Minar
The Char Minar, a monumental gateway, straddled the crossroads of the great trade routes it controlled, and pearls and precious stones filled its markets.
History
In the early 20th century, British architects added a number of public buildings and one of these, the former British Residency, was the inspiration for William Dalrymple's White Mughals.
Old and new city life
These days you will find the city a blend of old and new with burkha clad women scouring the markets for traditional lac bangles and rubbing shoulders with men in suits from the rapidly expanding IT industry.
Visiting Hyderabad
Hyderabad is well served by international and domestic flights as well as rail, making it an excellent gateway to the Deccan plateau.
who's been there
-
01993 838 92501993 838 355
- Make an enquiry
Places near Hyderabad
- Gulbarga 109 miles away
- Bijapur 187 miles away
- Hampi 194 miles away
- Hospet 201 miles away
- Tadoba National Park 209 miles away
- Badami 211 miles away
- Aurangabad 270 miles away
Photos of Hyderabad
Our expert guides to exploring Hyderabad
Written by our specialists from their own experiences of visiting Hyderabad, these guides will help you make the most of your time there. We share both our practical recommendations and the best ways to appreciate Hyderabad at its best.
-
Palaces and regal stays in India Palaces and regal stays in India
Palaces and regal stays in India
Private butlers, priceless chandeliers, and gilded furniture: life as an Indian royal was the epitome of opulence. With many royal residences now palatial hotels, you can taste life as a maharaja or maharani. We鈥檝e chosen the best regal experiences from Rajasthan to Varanasi.
Read this guide
Accommodation choices for Hyderabad
We've selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Hyderabad. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.
-
Taj Falaknuma Palace
Hyderabad