Hyderabad: "The City Of Nizams"

Hyderabad is known as the "City of Nizams" since it was ruled for long time by the Nizams. Hyderabad also known as bhagyanagar, though the name was spelt little differently, a new city emerged as Hyderabad that owed its name to the earlier city. ... This was strongly refuted by historians who stated that the city was never called Bhagyanagar. The Quli Qutb Shah dynasty had Golconda as its capital and the new city they built was called Haidarabad.

“Kya miyaan, Hyderabad aaya aur biryani nakko khaya to kya kiya?”
Walk into our city and experience the beauty of it……!!

Transport:
By air:
The Rajiv Gandhi International terminal, Hyderabad’s international airport is well-connected with major cities across the globe. Approximately 20 kilometers’ away from the city, the airport is situated in the Begumpet area. Almost all airlines fly daily from and to Hyderabad. Once you reach here, you can find many private and prepaid taxis outside the airport.

By Bus:
The city is well-connected to its neighbouring towns like Aurangabad, Bangalore, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Tirupati and Panaji. The bus terminal is managed and well-organized by Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC). You can choose from sleeper, deluxe, super deluxe, air-conditioned and Volvo buses that are operated by both state and private companies.

By Train:
There are three major railheads in the city, Hyderabad Railway Station, Secunderabad Railway Station and Kachiguda Railway Station. These railheads connect major Indian cities like Bangalore, Chennai, New Delhi, Mumbai and Pune.

Road/Self Drive:
The roads in Hyderabad are good and are well-connected with national highways and flyovers. Nearby cities like Nagpur, Pune ,Mumbai ,Warangal and Bangalore can be easily accessed by road.

Dishes to eat at Hyderabad:

Hyderabadi Biryani:
Hyderabad is where every foodie’s dream comes true. Hyderabad boasts of its various restaurants that servea variety of jaw-dropping biryanis….. Biryani is available everywhere and anywhere in Hyderabad, and hence you can go and try it at any place

Top Places To Try It:
1. Hotel Shadab,Ghansi Bazaar
2. MeridianCafe & Restaurant, Punjagutta
3.Shah Ghouse Cafe & Restaurant, Toli Chowki

Hyderabadi Haleem:

Introduced in Hyderabad during the Nizam rule, thisfamous Hyderabadi street fooddish has been localized by adding traditional spices thus evolving to the famous Hyderabadi haleem. This stew consists of lentils and meat along with pounded wheat and made into a thick paste and commonly found during the months of Ramadan.

Top Places To Try It:
1.Pista House,Shalibanda Road, Charminar
2.Shah Ghouse Cafe & Restaurant, Toli Chowki
3.Paradise, Paradise Circle, Secunderabad

Best time to visit Hyderabad:
Late summers in Hyderabad begin from May and last until July. Try to avoid these months since Hyderabad is scorching and humid in summer. The months between August and October bring in moderate to heavy rainfall, and even though the weather is quite pleasant, you may be on the receiving side of some heavy downpour, thus bringing an end to the outdoor activities. Winters in Hyderabad, which start from November and last till February, are the best time to plan your trip to this place. Characterized by a cold climate, it is ideal for sightseeing and city shopping. Hence, Hyderabad is best visited from October to March.

Places to visit:

Charminar:

An identifying feature of the city, Charminar is the most prominent landmark located right in the heart of Hyderabad. It is famous for the market that sprawls around it and is called 'Laad' or 'Chudi' Bazaar. In its present form, Charminar, along with Qutub Shahi Tombs and the Golconda Fort, has been added to the 'tentative list' of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Golconda fort:

Situated in the Western part of the beautiful city of Hyderabad at a distance of approximately 9 km from Hussain Sagar Lake, Golconda Fort is one of the region'sbest-preservedmonuments. It is said that if you clap your hands at the bottom of the fort, the echoes of it can be heard right to the top! The architecture, the legends, the history, and the mystery of Golconda Fort add to its allure and make it one of the must-visit places in Hyderabad.In the evening, Golconda Fort comes to life with the light and sound show which showcases snippets from its regal past. The grandeur, the rise, and the fall of the fort are all spectacular in their own right. With its fascinating history, the place is definitely worth a visit.

Taj Falaknuma Palace:

It is perched around 2000 meters above the city of Hyderabad. Once the royal residence of Nizam- probably the richest man in the world, the palace has now been converted into a five star luxury heritage hotel. Reverberating with sheer opulence and elegance, the palace treats all its guests like royalty.
Shilparamam:

The arts, crafts & cultural village at Hyderabad, is spread over 65 acres of prime land in Madhapur, Hi-tech City. It is Hyderabad’s tribute to India’s natural beauty, richly diverse cultural heritage and vibrant ethos. It is a place where artisans from across India showcase their individual skills in a variety of arts, crafts and culture. From Indian pottery to a plethora of weaves, woodwork, jewelry, clothes and local crafts of each region of the country, it is a kaleidoscope of India’s colour, diversity and talent.

Shilparamam is conceived as an endless, year-round festival of arts and crafts showcasing ethnic art, crafts and skills of the rural folk from all parts of the country.