Hyderabad

Apr, 29

Hyderabad

Hyderabad is the capital of Telangana in Southern India, situated on the banks of the Musi River and on the Deccan Plateau. Hyderabad and Secunderabad are "twin

urban communities" close Hussain Sagar Lake (otherwise called Tank Bund in nearby speech) however the two urban communities have developed so much that now they have turned out to be one major city. The city and region of Hyderabad are coterminous. Hyderabad locale is completely contained inside the Ranga Reddy region of Telangana. A significant number of suburbia of Hyderabad were as of late converged into the city, presently called Greater Hyderabad.

A city rich with history and convention, Hyderabad currently rivals Bangalore and Chennai for the crown of India's IT capital; Microsoft and Google have their India
home office here.

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On the off chance that you are venturing out to Hyderabad on business — as is progressively the situation now — it is not entirely obvious the 400-year-old Hyderabad. The city that quickly hits the eye

is a rambling city of shopping centers and places of business with glass veneers. The entire of the city is by all accounts under development or remodel and the streets

are stuck in light of the fact that flyovers are being developed. It is a great city in numerous faculties.

The "old city" that was at one time the seat of the Nizam, the leader of the biggest and the most extravagant "august state", and the twin city of Secunderabad where the British

kept up a cantonment to keep the military inside striking separation of the Nizam can be seen just in the event that you take the opportunity to see them.

Hyderabad's numerous appellations incorporate the City of Pearls, the City of Nawabs, the Biryani City and, in view of its innovative draw, Cyberabad.

Via plane

Hyderabad's new Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (IATA: HYD) is found 22 km (14 mi) from the city. Note that the old air terminal at Begumpet is currently shut, with the exception of

for use by VIPs. The smooth and efficient air terminal is a standout amongst the best flying offices in India. The raised road to the airplane terminal is currently open and takes 20

minutes. Direct universal network from Hyderabad is accessible for some nations. Universal transporters working from Hyderabad are Air India, British Airways,

Emirates, Malaysia Airlines, Air Asia, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Silk Air, Etihad Airways, Cathay Pacific and Thai Airways.

Residential network is superb with Indian aircrafts working from here including Air India, Air India Express, Indian Airlines, Indigo Airlines, Trujet and SpiceJet.

Old city is the authentic area of Hyderabad. The majority of the verifiable attractions are arranged in the old city.

Charminar. M-Sa 9AM-5PM, shut on F 1PM-2PM for supplications. Truly "Four minarets", this structure was worked at the very spot at which Quli Qutb Shah petitioned God for the

end to the plague pandemic. The Charminar has for some time been the symbol of Hyderabad. The towers ascend to a tallness of 48.7 m over the ground. It has 140 stages. Spray painting on

the dividers have reduced the excellence of the Charminar. There is a mosque with 45 supplication spaces situated inside in the upper stories. The structure remains in the

center of a bustling street with vehicular traffic, yet a pedestrianization venture is in progress. On the minarets, you get an all encompassing perspective on Hyderabad city. At the very

base of one of the minar is a Hindu sanctuary. The traffic is not exactly perfect. Plan an early morning trip around 9 a.m. in the event that shopping isn't on your plan for the day. Rs 5, Children

beneath 11 free (for Indians), Rs 100 (for outsiders), Video cameras are charged Rs 25 additional. alter

Mecca Masjid, (SW of the Char Minar). Mecca Masjid is one of the most seasoned mosques in the city and effectively the greatest. Muhammed Quli Qutub Shah started fabricating it in

1617 under the supervision of Mir Faizullah Baig and Rangiah Choudhary. Mughal sovereign Aurangzeb finished the development in 1694. The mosque is a rock

goliath with striking innards. The primary corridor of the mosque is 75 feet high, 220 feet wide and 180 feet long, sufficiently enormous to suit ten thousand admirers at

a period. It is trusted that Muhammed Quli appointed blocks to be made with the dirt brought from Mecca and drafted them into the development of the focal

curve of the mosque, which clarifies the name of the mosque. It is obligatory for ladies to have a dupatta/shawl so as to be allowed section into the premises. 

Mecca Masjid

Chowmahalla Palace, Khilwat, 20-4-236, Motigalli, ☎ +91 40 2452-2032, . Sa-Th 10AM-5PM, shut on National Holidays. Arranged close Charminar, it was the

seat of the Asaf Jahi line where the Nizam engaged his official visitors and imperial guests. Rs 40 (for Indians), Rs 150 (for outsiders), camera grant Rs 50.

Falaknuma Palace. Worked by Nawab Viqar al-Umra in 1872, Falaknuma is a dazzling bit of engineering and the most extravagant of the Nizam's castles. The inside is

especially great and highlights crafted by Florentine stone carvers and a 100-seater Dining Table. The castle has been changed over into a lodging kept running by the Taj gathering

furthermore, is never again available to overall population.

Golconda Fort. 7AM-8PM. The Golconda Fort was the capital of the Qutb Shahi kingdom. Put aside at least 2 hr to do equity to your visit - the external divider

measures 10 km. Finding out a little about the post early is prescribed as it is anything but difficult to get confounded or lost in the gigantic space. In the event that you acknowledge one of the nearby

guides - who hustle you at the passage door - attempt to pick one who really knows his stuff (Rs 500 for each visit and the guide would likewise approach you for tips at last, in any case

it is altogether up to you whether to give tips or not), instead of somebody who was in reality simply cruising by, spotted you and will disclose to you bits he once read in a manual.

The certifiable old Muslim guide who picked up his comprehensive learning of Golconda as a newborn child from his multi year old grandma knows the historical backdrop of every last bit of

the spot and will demonstrate you with skill the reverberation/design framework incorporated with the fortification that the ruler utilized as a correspondence/spying framework. There is additionally a light

what's more, stable show - the narrative of Golkonda - for 60 minutes, which could be a little boring,(price for outsiders Rs 50/100 for typical/official ticket) after dusk enduring ~1h

that reveals to you the narrative of the fortification and merits seeing. The English show runs Nov-Feb 6:30PM every day and Mar-Oct until 7PM day by day. Hindi and Telugu indicates are run

a short time later in certain days. A short time later, have a meander through the minor lanes and shops encompassing the fortress. The wonderful scruffy old shops and houses will offer you

everything from naan bread to bangles, and the blurring and pompous old painted doors and houses are a joy, just like the inviting local people. Rs 100 all.

Qutubshahi Tombs

Qutb Shahi Tombs (1 km north of Golconda fortification, drew closer through Banjara Darwaza), . Sa-Th 9:30AM-5:30PM. The Qutubshahi mosques in Hyderabad are so

named on the grounds that they were worked by the Qutubshahi administration. The greater part of them were worked by Quli Qutb Shah, the organizer. Tragically in May 2010 neighborhood papers uncovered that

poor 'rebuilding' work supposedly utilizing incompetent work with street drills (purchased in by one government office that didn't try to look for expert exhortation or

illuminate the neighborhood archeological or condition divisions) has been harming these delightful structures. Rs 10, camera Rs 20.

Qutub Shahi Tombs Site Museum, Hyderabad-8, ☎ +91 40 2351 341. Sa-Th 9AM-4:30PM. Rs 2. a

H.E.H The Nizam's Museum, Purani Haveli, Hyderabad-2 (Behind Princess Durru Shehvar Children's Hospital), ☎ +91 40 2452 1029. Sa-Th 10AM-5PM. Home to the

popular closet of Mahbub Ali Pasha, who is said never to have worn something very similar twice. It is the world's longest closet, worked in two dimensions with a hand-turned

wooden lift(elevator) set up. This possesses the whole length of one wing of the castle. Elusive, take little street alongside Princess Durru Shehwar Hospital,

entrance door at N17 22.002 E78 28.975 Rs 50, understudies and youngsters Rs 15.

Hussain Shah Wali Dargah.

Moula Ali Dargah. 400 stairs conveys you to a position of love worked by the Asif Jahis. The Moula Ali Dargah was worked in the memory of Hazrat Ali, the child in-law of the

Prophet Muhammad. Legend has it that Yakoob, an eunuch in the court of Ibrahim Quli, went to the slope after he saw Hazrat Ali situated on it. Amazingly, he saw the

impression of Ali's palm on a stone, which he had envisioned. He had the impression removed and introduced in a hallowed place. Ibrahim Shah later assembled a mosque close to the

dargah. An Ashurkhana , a Baradari (structure) and a Nqqar khana (place for thumping drums) were worked amid the Qutb Shahi period.

Osmania Arts College. Worked amid the time of the last Nizam, Mir Osman Ali Khan. The impressive veneer of the structure is an incredible sight.

Paigah Tombs, Santoshnagar (Pisal Banda). daytime. These tombs have a place with the 'Paigah' nobles (tied by blood and marriage to the Nizams) and are around 200 years

old. These novel lime and mortar tombs are delightfully cut and have marble trim work on them. Loosening up condition with flying creature singing. N17 20.639 E78 30.248 appears to be free.

Purani Haveli, Dewandevdi (SE of Afzalganj Bridge). Sa-Th 10:30AM-5PM. Initially, the castle of the Nizam's Prime Minister, later it was revamped and turned into the quarters of the Nizam's child. It is a U-molded complex with a solitary storeyed structure in the European style. 

Raymond Tomb, Dilsukh Nagar, Asmaan Gadh. Michel Raymond, a French hired fighter, was a military authority in the administration of the second Nizam and furthermore his dear companion. His tomb is situated at Saroornagar, and is made of dark stone with excellent sky perspective on the territory alter

Salar Jung Museum, Naya Pul, Afzalgunj 

Madurai

Shree Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple 

Vehicle Parking accessible on North Avani Moola Street corner (old blossoms market) and West Avani Moola Street (opp: YMCA). Vehicles and Vans can be Parked. Expansive mentors ought to be stopped at Ellis Nagar Parking. Also, Take nearby transport or contract autorikshaw to the sanctuary. 

You can enter through all the Five passages. By and by section through East gppuram is shut. 

Things not permitted inside the Temple are: Photo and camcorders, cell phones, batteries, cigarettes, coordinate boxes, biting gum, burn light, blade, PCs, tab telephone, satchels, back sacks, any sorts of splashes, container, tobacco items, dolls, umbrellas, abandon them in the vehicle before hand or leave at safe storage situated at shoe care. Cell phones storage offices excessively accessible. 

Clothing standard - Long jeans and sleeve shirt. Ladies may convey shawl in the event that they wear Tshirt.  wearing socks certainly not permitted. the individuals who wear stocking, must advise the security staff at the passage. 

Sanctuary opening times 6.00am - 12.30pm and 4.00pm to 10.00pm. Passageway tickets for Foreigners Rs.50/ - per individual. 

On the off chance that you have an arrangement to perform Archana, purchase the plates at the passageway itself. Furthermore, purchase archana tickets at the sanctuary counter. 

Free darshan and extraordinary darshan accessible. Purchase every one of the tickets from the sanctuary counter straightforwardly. Try not to request that anyone purchase tickets in the interest of you. There is no alternate ways to Dharahan... Utilize just appropriate line. Try not to confide in any individual who take you without further ado. 

Sanitized water accessible practically close to all gopurams. 

Can - open pay and utilize accessible at 1.North avanimoola road stopping, 2.North East corner of the sanctuary (western can abl. For the most part bolted. Request that the individual open) and 3. opp to South Tower. 

By a long shot, the most widely recognized purpose behind visiting the city is the Meenakshi Temple, committed to the goddess Meenakshi (thought about a type of Parvati) with a sanctum for her partner, Sundareshwarar (or Siva). As a matter of fact, verifiably, the Sundereshwar holy place is the bigger and more seasoned of the two sanctuary edifices. The mind boggling itself is a marvelous case of the south Indian Dravida compositional colloquialism. Four tremendous gopurams or sanctuary towers crown the portals at every cardinal heading, effectively noticeable from a separation. Each pinnacle is encrusted with in excess of a thousand splendidly painted figures delineating a variety of legendary and promising subjects. It is customary to enter through the south gopuram and, uncommonly, love the Goddess before her associate. Inside the sanctuary for shoe-stockpiling, offering bushels of coconuts, bananas and incense are accessible notwithstanding pictures of the Goddess for home special raised areas. Numerous explorers - especially the men dressed in dark or orange sarongs who are lovers of the god Ayyappan - circumambulate the fundamental sanctuary itself in the prakara or space between the external divider and principle sanctuary. What's more, wind places of worship and a grouping of workplaces and study halls of religious establishments are found here. 

Inside the sanctuary, aficionados line up for darshan or review of the divinities. If it's not too much trouble note, in any case, that non-Hindus are not allowed into the internal sancta of Meenakshi or Sundareshwarar; any individual who looks suspicious can and will be hauled out of line by orderlies. Be that as it may, there is a plenitude of figure and painting open to all. What's more, the means of the Pottramaraikulam or Golden Lotus Pond is available to all and is a typical gathering place for occupants of the city, notwithstanding explorers and sightseers. In antiquated occasions, the sangam or get together of writers was said to accumulate at this pool to pass judgment on the benefits of new creations, frequently by tossing the original copies into the pool itself. Those that sank were second rate while those that skimmed were deserving of acclaim and engendering. 

There are numerous shops inside the east entryway, offering everything from plastic toys to bronze pictures of the Goddess. Make certain to deal hard. 

NOTE: One can purchase the uncommon tickets at the counter Rs.20 per person] to get an exceptional darshan in one sanctum, need to purchase another 20 Rs. ticket for the second sanctum. There is one increasingly exceptional Ticket, is Rs.100/ - per individual, which is only stopping the line by somewhere around a half. Do purchase these tickets in the event that you can see the line in the wake of getting inside. After the primary passageway there is another passageway and after that the passageway to the internal sanctum and after that the inward sanctum itself. You won't almost certainly observe it however the line would be 2 hours in length on the off chance that you are in the general line. 

Timings : The sanctuary is normally open somewhere in the range of 12.30hrs and again between 1600 hrs and 21.30 hrs. 

Cautioning: Beware of aides, a large number of whom are or guarantee to be tailors, who offer to take you to vantage indicates outside the sanctuary show signs of improvement see. You will be tricked into shops that have an exceptionally hard sell.. 

Different sanctuaries 

Koodal Alagar Temple. Significant Vaishnav Temple magnificient, has three stairs of the ruler pose. Sitting stance of the master (Main moola divinity), one dimension up is a standing stance of the ruler, and the third dimension up is the resting stance of the master. The sanctuary is a dynamite one. It is situated in the core of the city, one of the Divya Desams ( 108). Venerated by "Alwars - Vasihnav Saints ". Worth to see and love. 

Thiruparankundram. One of the significant old Temple committed to Lord Muruga - Karthikeya situated on a hillock around 8 km from the city. First Arupadai Veedu. References to this antiquated sanctuary are accessible in sacred writings from sixth century AD (Paripadal). The sanctuary inside is a tremendous rectangular chamber cut out of the slope, with side chambers lodging different gods of Hindu religion drew closer through limited entries. There is additionally a little Shiva sanctuary and a mosque over the slope which is behind the sanctuary. Perspectives are extremely wonderful from that point. The Thiruparankundram sanctuary is available by means of street from Madurai and has a railroad station 1 km away. Most express trains don't stop there however. 

You can likewise get a transport from Periyar transport remain (close railroad station). It takes 10 minutes to achieve sanctuary, ticket 9 rupees for each individual. 

Alagar Temple. Another Vaishnav sanctuary Alagar Koil,20 km far from the city situated in the adjacent slopes. At the highest point of the slope is a characteristic stream from where the water is conveyed crisp day by day by the sanctuary cleric for the Lord. Well known for Chittrai Festival(First Tamil month)/9April-May)- Summer Festival. The Lord is viewed as the sibling of Meenakshi (Lordes Paravathi) given in wedding with Sundareshwar (Lord Shiva). 

Pazhamudhir Solai. Close to Alagar Koil, significant Temple for Lord Karthikeya on the slopes , obviously within Solai - wilderness. One of the six significant sanctuary for Lord Muruga - Karthikeya. This is an extremely expansive and delightful sanctuary. You can take an Auto rickshaw from the Meenakshi sanctuary to visit this sanctuary for a charge of around Rs 100 (2007). Ordinary transport administration is offered by the Transport Corporation. There is an utsavam of the god on a brilliant chariot at 7PM. 

Different Sites 

Thirumalai Nayak Palace, East Market Street (Less than 2km south east of the Sri Meenakshi Temple). Open on All Days (no occasion consistently) from 9am-1pm and 1.30pm-5pm. The remaining parts of the royal residence of the seventeenth century ruler Thirumalai Nayak who contributed widely to the Meenakshi Temple. Just a little part of the first structure which was multiple times as bigger remains. There were initially two sections Swargavilasa eminent structure, implied for the King's array of mistresses and lodging the darbar court, and the ranka vilasa, which was for his sibling. Passage to the rooftop is denied forever. There is a sound and light show at night (Both English and Tamil Version of the show). There is additionally an exhibition hall, which houses the first pictures of Thirumalai naicker, yet in addition uncovered stone carvings of the seventeenth century, alongside numerous figures of Hindu Gods like Brahma, Nataraja, Saraswati. There is one uncommon painting on one of the columns, which the Archeological Department guarantee to have uncovered from one of the columns. There is a work of art covered up in each column, clearly. The other bit of the royal residence, Rankavilasam was devastated by Thirumalai Nayak's Grandson. Be that as it may, a little structure still stays known as "Ten columns" or "Pathu Thoon" in Tamil. Unfortunately, these ten mainstays of ageless excellence in Thirumalai Nayak are presently encompassed by shops and private houses. 50 Rs. for outsiders and 10 Rs. for Indians. alter 

Thirupparankundram. An Islamic Durgah (sanctum) is situated at the highest point of the slope, where the grave of an Islamic holy person Hazrat Sultan Sikandhar Badushah shaheed Radiyallah Ta'al anhu, who originated from Jeddah alongside Hazrat Sulthan Syed Ibrahim Shaheed Badushah of Madinah (presently in Erwadi, Ramanathapuram locale) amid the mid thirteenth century, is found. Regardless of religion, individuals from all pieces of Tamil Nadu and from Kerala visit this durgah. Individuals who visit the Ervadi Durgah in Ramanathapuram locale should visit this durgah. Numerous lyrics were written in recognition of Hazrat Sultan Sikandhar Badhusha, by Syed Abdussalam Ibrahim Saalim Hazrat,the third in the rundown of Madurai Hazrats and his Maternal grandson Syed Abdus Salaam Ibrahim Saahib Hazrat. It is seen that individuals who come here with a desire see it replied in an extremely brief time, thus He is additionally called Mustajab advertisement Du'aa Sikandhar Badhushah. Mustajab Ad Du'aa in Arabic methods A holy person whose Supplications are quickly replied by Allah. The Anniversary urus celebration of Hazrat Sulthan Sikandar badusha Shaheed is commomerated on seventeenth Night of the islamic Month of Rajab each Hijri year 

Gandhi Museum, (North side of the waterway in the royal residence of Rani Mangammal). 10:00am - 13:00pm and 14:00pm - 18:00pm. This exhibition hall houses Gandhi's bloodstained dhoti and little else by method for ancient rarities. Those intrigued by the opportunity battle, however, will be keen on the broad content housed here. Tamil speakers and long-ter

Golkonda Fort Hyderabad

Golkonda, also known as Golconda, Gol konda ("Round shaped hill"), or Golla konda, (Shepherd's Hill) is a citadel and fort in Southern India and was the capital of the medieval sultanate of the Qutb Shahi dynasty (c.1518–1687), is situated 11 km (6.8 mi) west of Hyderabad. It is also a tehsil of Hyderabad district, Telangana, India. The region is known for the mines that have produced some of the world's most famous gems, including the Koh-i-Noor, the Hope Diamond, Nassak Diamond and the Noor-ul-Ain.
Golkonda was originally known as Mankal. Golkonda Fort was first built by the Kakatiyas as part of their western defenses along the lines of the Kondapalli Fort. The city and the fortress were built on a granite hill that is 120 meters (390 ft) high, surrounded by massive battlements. The fort was rebuilt and strengthened by Rani Rudrama Devi and her successor Prataparudra. Later, the fort came under the control of the Musunuri Nayaks, who defeated the Tughlaqi army occupying Warangal. It was ceded by the Musunuri Kapaya Bhupathi to the Bahmani Sultanate as part of a treaty in 1364.
Under the Bahmani Sultanate, Golkonda slowly rose to prominence. Sultan Quli Qutb-ul-Mulk (r. 1487–1543), sent as a governor of Telangana, established it as the seat of his government around 1501. Bahmani rule gradually weakened during this period, and Sultan Quli formally became independent in 1538, establishing the Qutb Shahi dynasty based in Golkonda. Over a period of 62 years, the mud fort was expanded by the first three Qutb Shahi sultans into the present structure, a massive fortification of granite extending around 5 km (3.1 mi) in circumference. It remained the capital of the Qutb Shahi dynasty until 1590 when the capital was shifted to Hyderabad. The Qutb Shahis expanded the fort, whose 7 km (4.3 mi) outer wall enclosed the city.
The fort finally fell into ruin in 1687, after an eight-month-long siege led to its fall at the hands of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb
Diamonds

• The Daria-i-Noor
• The Hope Diamond
• The Koh-i-Noor
• The Golkonda Fort used to have a vault where the famous Koh-i-Noor and Hope diamonds were once stored along with other diamonds.

Golkonda is renowned for the diamonds found on the south-east at Kollur Mine near Kollur, Guntur district, Paritala and Atkur in Krishna district and cut in the city during the Kakatiya reign. At that time, India had the only known diamond mines in the world. Golkonda's mines yielded many diamonds. Golkonda was the market city of the diamond trade, and gems sold there came from a number of mines. The fortress-city within the walls was famous for diamond trade. However, Europeans believed that diamonds were found only in the fabled Golkonda mines. Magnificent diamonds were taken from the mines in the region surrounding Golkonda, including the Daria-i-Noor or "Sea of Light", at 185 carats (37.0 g), the largest and finest diamond of the crown jewels of Iran.
Its name has taken a generic meaning and has come to be associated with great wealth. Gemologists use this classification to denote a diamond with a complete (or almost-complete) lack of nitrogen; "Golconda" material is also referred to as "2A".
Many famed diamonds are believed to have been excavated from the mines of Golkonda, such as:

• Daria-i-Noor
• Noor-ul-Ain
• Koh-i-Noor
• Hope Diamond
• Princie Diamond
• Regent Diamond
• Wittelsbach-Graff Diamond
• By the 1880s, "Golkonda" was being used generically by English speakers to refer to any particularly rich mine, and later to any source of great wealth.

During the Renaissance and the early modern eras, the name "Golkonda" acquired a legendary aura and became synonymous for vast wealth. The mines brought riches to the Qutb Shahis of Hyderabad State, who ruled Golkonda up to 1687, then to the Nizam of Hyderabad, who ruled after the independence from the Mughal Empire in 1724 until 1948, when the Indian integration of Hyderabad occurred.
The Golkonda fort is listed as an archaeological treasure on the official "List of Monuments" prepared by the Archaeological Survey of India under The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act. Golkonda actually consists of four distinct forts with a 10 km (6.2 mi) long outer wall with 87 semicircular bastions (some still mounted with cannons), eight gateways, and four drawbridges, with a number of royal apartments and halls, temples, mosques, magazines, stables, etc. inside. The lowest of these is the outermost enclosure into which we enter by the "Fateh Darwaza" (Victory gate, so called after Aurangzeb’s triumphant army marched in through this gate) studded with giant iron spikes (to prevent elephants from battering them down) near the south-eastern corner. An acoustic effect can be experienced at Fateh Darwazaan, characteristic of the engineering marvels at Golkonda. A hand clap at a certain point below the dome at the entrance reverberates and can be heard clearly at the 'Bala Hisar' pavilion, the highest point almost a kilometer away. This worked as a warning note to the Royals in case of an attack.

The whole of the Golkonda Fort complex and its surrounding spreads across 11 km (6.8 mi) of total area and discovering its every nook is an arduous task. A visit to the fort reveals the architectural beauty in many of the pavilions, gates, entrances, and domes. Divided into four district forts, the architectural valour still gleams in each of the apartments, halls, temples, mosques, and even stables. The graceful gardens of the fort may have lost their fragrance, for which they were known 400 years ago, yet a walk in these former gardens should be in your schedule when exploring the past glories of Golkonda Fort.
Bala Hissar Gate is the main entrance to the fort located on the eastern side. It has a pointed arch bordered by rows of scroll work. The spandrels have yalis and decorated roundels. The area above the door has peacocks with ornate tails flanking an ornamental arched niche. The granite block lintel below has sculpted yalis flanking a disc. The design of peacocks and lions is typical of Hindu architecture and underlies this fort's Hindu origins.
Toli Masjid, situated at Karwan, about 2 km (1.2 mi) from the Golkonda fort, was built in 1671 by Mir Musa Khan Mahaldar, royal architect of Abdullah Qutb Shah. The facade consists of five arches, each with lotus medallions in the spandrels. The central arch is slightly wider and more ornate. The mosque inside is divided into two halls, a transverse outer hall and an inner hall entered through triple arches.
Much thought went into building this gate. A few feet in front of the gate is a large wall. This prevented elephants and soldiers (during enemy attacks) from having a proper ramp to run and break the gate.
The fort of Golkonda is known for its magical acoustic system. The highest point of the fort is the "Bala Hissar", which is located a kilometer away. The palaces, factories, water supply system and the famous "Rahban" cannon, within the fort are some of the major attractions.
It is believed that there is a secret underground tunnel that leads from the "Durbar Hall" and ends in one of the palaces at the foot of the hill. The fort also contains the tombs of the Qutub Shahi kings. These tombs have Islamic architecture and are located about 1 km (0.62 mi) north of the outer wall of Golkonda. They are encircled by beautiful gardens and numerous exquisitely carved stones. It is also believed that there was a secret tunnel to Charminar.
The two individual pavilions on the outer side of Golkonda are also major attractions of the fort. It is built on a point which is quite rocky. The "Kala Mandir" is also located in the fort. It can be seen from the king's durbar (king's court) which was on top of the Golkonda Fort.
The other buildings found inside the fort are :
Habshi Kamans (Abyssian arches), Ashlah Khana, Taramati mosque, Ramadas Bandikhana, Camel stable, private chambers (kilwat), Mortuary bath, Nagina bagh, Ramasasa's kotha, Durbar hall, Ambar khana etc.
This majestic structure has beautiful palaces and an ingenious water supply system. Sadly, the unique architecture of the fort is now losing its charm.
The ventilation of the fort is absolutely fabulous having exotic designs. They were so intricately designed that cool breeze could reach the interiors of the fort, providing a respite from the heat of summer.
The Huge gates of the fort are decorated with large pointed iron spikes. These spikes prevented elephants from damaging the fort. The fort of Golkonda is encircled by an 11 km (6.8 mi) outer wall. This was built in order to fortify the fort.
Lying to the west of Hyderabad city at a distance of 11 km, the historic Golkonda Fort derives its name from a Telugu word ‘Golla Konda’ which means Shepherd’s Hill. With its extensive and elevated fortifications it was a landmark that governed the destiny of the south. The fort originally belonged to the Kakatiyas of Warangal. This is testified by the over-door carvings and relief work in stucco consisting of lions, peacocks, griffins and lotus at the entrance of Balahisar. In AD1363 it was ceded to the Baihmanis. After their downfall in AD1518 it became the capital of the Qutb Shahi kings (AD 1518-1687). The fort was extended and substantially strengthened by these kings with massive fortification walls having bastions and battlements. Subsequently Aurangazeb annexed it to the Moghal Empire (AD 1687) during the reign of Abul Hasan Tana Shan, the last ruler of the Qutb Shahi dynasty and appointed Asaf Jah as the Subedar of the Deccan province. Asaf Jah declared independence in AD1713 as Nizam-ul-Mulk and the Nizams held sway over Hyderabad until AD 1948.
Golkonda fort, one of the most famous and the biggest fortress in the Deccan plateau, was built on a 400 ft. high hill. It has three lines of massive fortification walls one within the other and rise to a height of over 12 m. The outer most wall was provided with a deep moat all around covering a vast area of the town with a circumference of 7 km. It has 8 imposing gateways and is buttressed with 87 bastions rising to a height of 15 to 18 meters. Each of these bastions was surmounted by cannons of varying caliber rendering the fort impregnable and strong among the forts of the medieval Deccan.
After the outer wall it has also a double wall that runs around the foot of the hill on which the citadel stands. Within the double wall, winding further up the hill, connecting the natural boulders with masonry walls is a third wall. An extension of the outer wall was made to enclose a small area on the northeast of the town in 1724 AD, which is now known as Naya Qila. The well-planned township of Golconda located within the fort was one of the splendid cities famous during the medieval world for its extensive trade in gems and diamonds as attested to by foreigners like Marco Polo, an Italian traveler. The fort has a striking appearance and its higher area is covered with the remains of armories, magazines, mosques, granaries, reservoirs and audience chambers; while at the foot of the citadel are nestled the dwellings of the queens and princesses and homesteads of their retainers.
The fort has an ingeniously evolved water supply system. The water raised by Persian wheels was stored in overhead tanks at different levels. Water thus collected was effectively distributed to various mahals, other apartments, roof gardens and fountains in the citadel through stone aqueducts and a network of earthen pipes by sheer force of gravity.
The important structures inside the citadel or balahissar are the imposing Silai Khana ( a three-storied Aslah Khana – armoury building), Nagina bagh, guard lines, Akkanna-Madanna Offices, Ramdas Jail, Darbar hall, ruins of Ambar khana, Baradari on the summit, an inner cordon wall, and a Masjid raised by Ibrahim Qutub Shah (1550-1580 AD). The east gateway is the only entrance to the citadel and it is one of the biggest gates in the entire fort.
Signalling Device (Acoustic property): – A remarkable signaling device had been incorporated in the construction of Golconda Fort. The various edifices are so placed as to transmit sound to different far away points. If one stands at the center of the entrance portal and claps the sound is deflected by the opposite building, which is constructed at an angle to the entrance. Similarly if clapping sound is made from the opposite building, it will be carried to the hilltop, although at the other close points it may not be heard. It is believed that this was deliberately contrived to convey a message to the guards posted on the roof of darbar hall regarding the visiting dignitaries.
The other buildings found inside the fort are Habshi Kamans (Abyssian arches), Ashlah Khana, Taramati mosque,camel stable, private chambers (kilwat), Mortuary bath, Nagina bagh, Ramasasa’s kotha, Durbar hall, Ambar khana etc.

Entrance fee: Citizens of India and visitors of SAARC (Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Maldives and Afghanistan) and BIMSTEC Countries (Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Myanmar) – Rs. 15 per head & Foreigner: Rs.200/-
(Free entry for children below the age of 15)

Timings: A user suggested these hours
Monday to Saturday       9AM–5:30PM
Fridays                                  8:30AM–6:30PM
Sundays                              8:15AM–7PM

SOUND & LIGHT SHOW AT GOLCONDA FORT HYDERABAD
Sound and Light show at Golkonda fort
1st Show English (All Days)
2nd Show in Telugu on Monday, Wednesday & Friday, and Hindi on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday.
Show Timings: (November to February) 1st Show 6:30pm 2nd Show 7.45pm
(March to October) 1st Show 7:00pm 2nd Show 8.15pm.
.This is held on a regular basis, narrated by the inimitable Mr. Amitabh Bachchan. Travel to old history, this show is mes,arirising and worth watching. Telangana Tourism maintains these shows.

ADVICE:
Use anti-mosquito cream, wear fully covered cloths to avoid muquitos. Try to sit in Executive Class for a better view.
Tickets to sound & Light show:
Executive Class Adult Rs. 130/- Child Rs. 100/-;
Normal Class Adult Rs. 70/- Child: Rs. 50/-


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Falaknuma Palace-Hyderabad

Falaknuma is a palace in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. {no longer accessible to general public but... see foot note}
Falaknuma palace belongs to the Paigah family, and was later owned by the Nizam of Hyderabad. On 32-acre (13 ha) area in Falaknuma, 5 kilometers from Charminar. It was built by Nawab Sir Viqar-ul-Umra - Prime Minister of Hyderabad and the uncle & brother-in-law of the sixth Nizam. Falak-numa means "Like the Sky" or "Mirror of the Sky" in Urdu.
Sir Viqar-ul-Umra, the Prime Minister of Hyderabad at that time, used the palace as his private residence until the palace was handed over to the 6th Nizam of Hyderabad around 1897–1898. His monogram is still there on the furniture, walls and ceiling of the palace.
The palace was built and furnished at a cost of 4 million rupees, the money was borrowed from the Bank of Bengal. In the spring of 1897, the sixth Nizam of Hyderabad Mir Mahbub Ali Khan was invited to stay at the palace. He extended his stay to a week, then a fortnight, and then a month, which prompted Sir Viqar to offer it to him. The Nizam accepted but paid some of the value of the palace; the Paigah family maintains that around 20 lakh rupees was paid.
The Nizam used the palace as a guest house for the royal guests visiting the kingdom of Hyderabad. The list of royal visitors included King George V, Queen Mary, Edward VIII and Tsar Nicholas II.
The palace fell into disuse after the 1950's. The last important guest was the President of India, Dr. Rajendra Prasad, in 1951.
The palace was then restored after being leased by the Taj Group of Hotels; the restoration, which began in 2010, was managed by Princess Esra, the first wife of Mukarram Jah.
The highlight of the palace is the state reception room, where the ceiling is decorated with frescoes (a painting done rapidly in water colour on wet plaster on a wall or ceiling, so that the colours penetrate the plaster and become fixed as it dries.). The ballroom contains a two-ton manually operated organ said to be the only one of its kind in the world
The entrance to the Palace.
The palace has 60 rooms and 22 halls. It has considerable collections of the Nizam's artifacts including paintings, statues, furniture, manuscripts, books, an extensive jade collection, and Venetian chandeliers. It has a library with a carved walnut roof, a replica of the one at Windsor Castle; it had an extensive collection of Qurans.
The dining hall can seat 101 guests. The chairs are made of carved rosewood with green leather upholstery.


Burroughs and Watts from England designed two identical billiards tables, one of which is in Buckingham Palace and the other in the palace's billiards room.
The palace was the private property of the Nizam family, and not normally open to the public, until 2000.

Renovation into a luxury hotel
The historical city of Hyderabad is bestowed with some of the most outstanding palaces in the world. A visit to these palaces is a must for any Hyderabad tour. However, to visit each palace, to know the timings and location, to find enough time and day for each visit is a task that often de-motivates many. A single tour package covering all the prominent Nizam palaces is the most suitable way to experience the grandeur and extravagance of Royals.
In Aada Restaurant teh cost of lunch and dinner are as follows:
The aromatic journey to indulge your senses at Adaa begins en route to this charming restaurant. Paved with a muster of peacocks by day or resplendent city views by night, the way to Adaa is as enchanting as the food. Carefully crafted, slow-cooked Indian Hyderabadi fare recreates the wonders of the royal kitchens.
CUISINE
Hyderabadi
AVERAGE COST FOR TWO
INR 9,000 + Taxes. A Minimum Charge Will Be Applicable
HOURS
LUNCH 12:30-14:30
DINNER 19:30-22:45
Seating requires Prior Reservation
Includes a Heritage Trail of the Palace scheduled at 1500hrs for Lunch and 1845 hrs and 2100hrs for dinner seating.
All Days
Lunch INR 4500 + 18% Taxes
Dinner INR 4500 + 18% Taxes
A Private Dining option is simultaneously available for a group size of 8 which is priced at INR 6,000/- + Applicable Taxes Per Person

Telangana Tourism runs a weekend package

where one can visit Falaknuma Palace

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Information and Reservation office, Secundrabad: 9848126947, Smt Jyothi 9848802252
Nizam Palaces Tour To KNOW BOOK NOW The Tour Details are as Follows : 01.00 pm..
Departure from Tourism Plaza,Begumpet. 01.00 pm
Chowmahalla Palace, Visit and Hi-tea at Falaknuma Palace, Golconda Sound & Light Show.
09.00 pm. Drop at respective pick-up points
Note: The tariff of includes a/c transportation with tour escort services, entry tickets for Falaknuma Palace, Chowmahallah Palace & Golconda Fort Sound and Light show (Every Saturday and Sunday). ONLY ENTRY TICKETS INCLUDED

NOTE: Tarriff and facility are subject to change without notice
Without Hi-tea at Falaknuma Palace      Adult INR 2,000/-  Child INR 1,850/-
With Hi-tea at Falaknuma Palace      Adult INR 3,100/-  Child INR 2,480/-

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Charminar, Hyderabad

We Bet You Didn't Know These 5 Facts About Charminar

• The Charminar is a massive arch built by Mohammed Quli Qutab Shah, in 1591 to commemorate the end of the plague in the city. The symbol of the city, the Charminar, is an impressive square monument with four minarets. The arch is illuminated daily in the evening, an unforgettable sight indeed
• The mosque actually occupies the top most floor of the monument. The minarets are actuallythe four storey structures. Charminar is an exact squaremonument which is an ideal example of India's architectural background. ...
• A Secret Tunnel Exists Underground That Connects The Palace At Golconda To Charminar. ...
• Each Arch Also Has A Clock, Which Was Installed In 1889.

The Charminar ("Four Minarets"), constructed in 1591, is a monument and mosque located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. The landmark has become a global icon of Hyderabad, listed among the most recognized structures of India. Charminar has been a historical place with mosque on the top floor for over 400 years and also known for its surrounding markets. It is one of the tourist attractions in Hyderabad. It is where many local festivals are celebrated, such as Ramzaan.

The Charminar is situated on the east bank of Musi river. To the west lies the Laad Bazaar, and to the southwest lies the richly ornamented granite Makkah Masjid. It is listed as an archaeological and architectural treasure on the official "List of Monuments" prepared by the Archaeological Survey of India. The English name is a translation and combination of the Urdu words Chār and Minar or meenar, translating to "Four Pillars"; the eponymous towers are ornate minarets attached and supported by four grand arches
Charminar, which is synonymous with Hyderabad is one of the magnificent structures built by Mohammad Quli Qutub Shah, the fifth ruler of the Qutub Shahi dynasty and also the founder of the City, in Hijri 1000 (A.D.1591-92). This is a square structure measuring 31.95 mts. on each side with imposing arches spanning a distance of 11mts. There are four minarets, each having three storeyes, rising to a height of 56 mts. The spiral staircase inside the minarets has 149 steps leading to the top with 12 landings. The double screen of arches on the roof and the ornamental arches on the minarets add to the aesthetic value.
The notable feature of Charminar is the location of a mosque on the western section of the second floor, probably one of the most beautiful of this period. There are forty-five mushallas (prayer spaces) with an open courtyard in front.
The structure is also known for its profuseness of stucco decorations and arrangement of balustrades and balconies. The floral designs are varied and delicately executed. It was a synthesis of Mughal and Hindu architecture executed by the local artisans.

There are various theories regarding the purpose for which Charminar was constructed. However, it is widely accepted that Charminar was built at the center of the city, to commemorate the eradication of plague. In the middle of the eighteenth century, Bussy the French Commander made Charminar his headquarters.
The four clocks were added later, on the four cardinal directions in the year 1889. At the base of Charminar was originally a Vazu (water cistern) at the center with a small fountain for customary ablutions, before offering prayers in the mosque.
Entrance fee: Citizens of India and visitors of SAARC (Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Maldives and Afghanistan) and BIMSTEC Countries (Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Thailand and Myanmar) – Rs. 15 per head & Foreigner: Rs.200/-
(Free entry for children below the age of 15)
The fifth ruler of the Qutb Shahi dynasty, Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, built the Charminar in 1591 after shifting his capital from Golkonda to the newly formed city of Hyderabad.
Charminar, Char Kaman and Gulzar Houz, photographed by Lala Deen Dayal in the 1880's
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), the current caretaker of the structure, mentions in its records, "There are various theories regarding the purpose for which Charminar was constructed. However, it is widely accepted that Charminar was built at the center of the city, to commemorate the eradication of Cholera", a deadly disease which was wide spread at that time. Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah had prayed for the end of the plague that was ravaging his city and vowed to build a Mosque at the very place where he prayed. According to Jean de Thévenot, a French traveller of the 17th century whose narration was complemented with the available Persian texts, the Charminar was constructed in the year 1591 CE, to commemorate the beginning of the second Islamic millennium year (1000 AH). The event was celebrated far and wide in the Islamic world, thus Qutb Shah founded the city of Hyderabad to celebrate the event and commemorate it with the construction of this building. Due to its architecture it is also called as Arc de Triomphe of the east.
The Charminar was constructed at the intersection of the historical trade route that connects the markets of Golkonda with the port city of Machilipatnam. The Old City of Hyderabad was designed with Charminar as its centerpiece. The city was spread around the Charminar in four different quadrants and chambers, segregated according to the established settlements. Towards the north of Charminar is the Char Kaman, or four gateways, constructed in the cardinal direction. Additional eminent architects from Persia were also invited to develop the city plan. The structure itself was intended to serve as a Mosque and Madarsa. It is of Indo-Islamic architecture style, incorporating Persian architectural elements.
Historian Masud Hussain Khan says that the construction of Charminar was completed in the year 1592, and that it is the city of Hyderabad which was actually founded in the year 1591. According to the book "Days of the Beloved", Qutb shah constructed the Charminar in the year 1589, on the very spot where he first glimpsed his future queen Bhagmati, and after her conversion to Islam, Qutb Shah renamed the city as "Hyderabad". Though the story was rejected by the historians and scholars, it became popular folklore among the locals.
Qutb Shah was also among the early poets of Dakhani Urdu. While laying the foundation of Charminar, he performed the prayers in Dakhini couplets, which are recorded as follows:
Pedestrianization Project
The "Charminar Pedestrianization Project" was instituted by the then combined Government of Andhra Pradesh in partnership with the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation. The project was initiated in 2006 with an investment of Rs 35 crore. Out of Rs.35 crore, the share of Central government funds stood at Rs 12.28 crore while the State government gave Rs 5.26 crore. However, the project did not see the light of day due to various factors such as Telangana movement, illegal encroachments by hawkers, vehicular traffic, and illegal street vendors. Later during January 2017, the new Government of Telangana introduced a 14-member French Delegation to takeover the project to assess the feasibility in developing the monument as an eco-friendly tourism and heritage destination. The team has inspected surrounding areas such as the Gulzar house, Macca Masjid, Lad Bazar, and Sardar Mahal. Subsequently, the project took over on a brisk pace and is expected to be completed by May 2018.
UNESCO World Heritage Site-Tentative List
Charminar, along with the Qutb Shahi Monuments of Hyderabad: the Golconda Fort, and the Qutb Shahi Tombs, were included in the "tentative list" of UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Monument was submitted by the Permanent Delegation of India to UNESCO on September 10, 2010
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Ramoji Film City Day Tour

RAMOJI FESTIVE DAY TOUR

Entry Time from : 9.00 AM  to 2.00 PM only

Validity : 05-10-2018 To 21-11-2018

9.00 AM to 8.00 PM

Adult : ₹1250/-

Child : ₹1050/-

[Child (33" Ht to 54" Ht)]

Package Highlights :

Tour in Vintage Bus

Visit to Eco Zone – Butterfly Park, Exotic Bird Park – WINGS

Note:  Experience of Bahubali sets is available from 7th October onwards

Welcome on Arrival - Souvenir Chocolate Box at Premium Lounge

Facilitated tour of Ramoji Film City by AC coach.

Buffet Lunch (Veg. & Non-Veg.) in A/C Restaurant.

Fruit Drink Coupon ( Tetra Pack)

Evening Tea / Coffee – Eureka

Redemption Coupon worth Rs.75/- to redeem at any of the merchandise stores inside Ramoji Film City.

Fundustan (Child play area),Toyland , Borasura& Rain Dance

Express Entry at Ramoji Movie Magic - Action Theatre & Space Yatra.

Complimentary Rides - Ranger, Break dance, Twister, Super jet, Carousel & Frisbee Coaster

Entertainment shows at Eureka- Spirit of Ramoji, Fort Frontier Wild West Stunt Show, Dada jinn’s Live TV Show & Lights Camera Action (Hollywood Black Light Spectacular Show).

Visit to Eco Zone – Butterfly Park, Exotic Bird Park – WINGS & Bonsai Garden.

Shooting Locations, Gardens and much more.

Package starts from Highway VIP Lounge, Limited queue for attractions, in tour Photo Opportunity, Drop to unexplored locales, less of walking during the tour.

Experience of Bahubali sets is available from 7th October onwards

Live Entertainment Stage Shows at Eureka.

Spectacular Carnival Parade.

Experience Ramoji Film City in Dazzling Lights.

*Conditions Apply*

Applicable taxes

Note:DSLR Cameras above 18-55mm are not permitted

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RAMOJI FESTIVE NOON FIESTA

Entry Time from : 12.00 PM to 2.00 PM only

Validity : 05-10-2018 To 21-11-2018

12.00 PM to 8.00 PM

Adult : ₹2149/-

Child : ₹1949/-

[Child (33" Ht to 54" Ht)]

Package Highlights :

Facilitated tour of Ramoji Film City by AC coach.

Live Entertainment Stage Shows at Eureka.

Note : Experience of Bahubali sets is available from 7th October onwards

Welcome on Arrival - Souvenir Chocolate Box at Premium Lounge

Facilitated tour of Ramoji Film City by AC coach.

Buffet Dinner (Veg. & Non-Veg.).

Fruit Drink Coupon ( Tetra Pack)

Evening Tea / Coffee – Eureka

Redemption Coupon worth Rs.75/- to redeem at any of the merchandise stores inside Ramoji Film City.

Fundustan (Child play area),Toyland , Borasura& Rain Dance

Express Entry at Ramoji Movie Magic - Action Theatre & Space Yatra.

Complimentary Rides - Ranger, Break dance, Twister, Super jet, Carousel & Frisbee Coaster

Entertainment shows at Eureka- Spirit of Ramoji, Fort Frontier Wild West Stunt Show & Lights Camera Action (Hollywood Black Light Spectacular Show).

Shooting Locations, Gardens and much more.

Package starts from Highway VIP Lounge, Limited queue for attractions, in tour Photo Opportunity, Drop to unexplored locales, less of walking during the tour.

Live Entertainment Stage Shows at Eureka.

Experience of Bahubali sets is available from 7th October onwards

Spectacular Carnival Parade.

Experience Ramoji Film City in Dazzling Lights.

*Conditions Apply*

Applicable taxes

Note: DSLR Cameras above 18-55mm are not permitted

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RAMOJI FESTIVE TWILIGHT EXPERIENCE

Entry Time from : 2.30 PM            to 4.30 PM only

Validity : 05-10-2018 To 21-11-2018

Package Highlights :

Spectacular Carnival Parade.

Experience Ramoji Film City in Dazzling Lights

2.30 PM to 8.00 PM

Adult : ₹1399/-

Child : ₹1199/-

[Child (33" Ht to 54" Ht)]

Entry to Ramoji Movie Magic.

Eureka Shows.

Fundustan(Child play area), Borasura, Toyland & Rain Dance.

Complimentary Rides at Eureka.

Live Entertainment Stage Shows at Eureka.

Spectacular Carnival Parade.

Experience Ramoji Film City in Dazzling Lights.

Buffet Dinner (Veg. & Non Veg.)

Applicable Taxes.

*Conditions Apply*

Note:DSLR Cameras above 18-55mm are not permitted

Welcome on Arrival - Souvenir Chocolate Box at Premium Lounge

Facilitated tour of Ramoji Film City by AC coach.

Buffet Dinner (Veg. & Non-Veg.).

Fruit Drink Coupon ( Tetra Pack)

Evening Tea / Coffee – Eureka

Redemption Coupon worth Rs.75/- to redeem at any of the merchandise stores inside Ramoji Film City.

Fundustan (Child play area),Toyland , Borasura& Rain Dance

Express Entry at Ramoji Movie Magic - Action Theatre & Space Yatra.

Complimentary Rides - Ranger, Break dance, Twister, Super jet, Carousel & Frisbee Coaster

Entertainment shows at Eureka- Spirit of Ramoji, Fort Frontier Wild West Stunt Show & Lights Camera Action (Hollywood Black Light Spectacular Show).

Shooting Locations, Gardens and much more.

Package starts from Highway VIP Lounge, Limited queue for attractions, in tour Photo Opportunity, Drop to unexplored locales, less of walking during the tour.

Live Entertainment Stage Shows at Eureka.

Experience of Bahubali sets is available from 7th October onwards

Spectacular Carnival Parade.

Experience Ramoji Film City in Dazzling Lights.

*Conditions Apply*

Applicable taxes

Note: DSLR Cameras above 18-55mm are not permitted

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SAHAS COMBO

Entry Time from : 9.00 AM           to 2.00 PM only

Validity : 05-10-2018 To 21-11-2018

Package Highlights :

Guided Tour of Ramoji Film City

Sahas Adventure Activities

Note: Experience of Bahubali sets is available from 7th October onwards

SAHAS COMBO

Entry Time from : 9.00 AM           to 2.00 PM only

Validity : 05-10-2018 To 21-11-2018

Package Highlights :

Guided Tour of Ramoji Film City

Sahas Adventure Activities

Note: Experience of Bahubali sets is available from 7th October onwards

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9.00 AM to 8.00 PM

Adult : ₹1750/-

Child : ₹1550/-

[Child (33" Ht to 54" Ht)]

Package Inclusive:-

Guided Tour of Ramoji Film City

Non – A/c Vintage Bus (10am to 5 pm)

Spirit of Ramoji Show

Fort Frontier Wild West Stunt Show,

Fundustan (Child play area), Borasura

Toyland & Rain dance

Complementary at Eureka

Experience of Bahubali sets is available from 7th October onwards

Note: DSLR Cameras above 18-55mm are not permitted

SAHAS ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES

Adult choose any three activities                Child Choose any four activities

High rope course green                      High rope course green

Upper level Net Course                      Low net course Net Course

Bungee Ejection                                  Kids Bungee Trampoline

Big Zip line                                          Soft Archery

Indian Archery                                     Meltdown

Rifle Shooting

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SAHAS PACKAGE

Entry Time from : 9.00 AM           to 2.00 PM only

Validity : 05-10-2018 To 21-11-2018

Package Highlights :

Sand Volley Ball

MTB/Cycling

9.00 AM to 8.00 PM

Adult : ₹999/-

Child : ₹799/-

[Child (33" Ht to 54" Ht)]

Sahas Activities

High Rope Course (Level 1)

Reverse Bungee Ejection

Human Fooseball

Melt Down

Sand Volley Ball

MTB/Cycling

Fundamental Challenge

Happy Hits

Note: DSLR Cameras above 18-55mm are not permitted

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SAHAS ADVENTURE EXPERIENCE

Entry Time from : 9.00 AM           to 2.00 PM only

Validity : 05-10-2018 To 21-11-2018

Package Highlights :

Veg & Non Veg Lunch

Tetra Pack Juice

Souvenir Chocolate Box at Premium Lounge

9.00 AM to 8.00 PM

Adult : ₹2099/-

Child : ₹1799/-

[Child (33" Ht to 54" Ht)]

Sahas Activities:-

High Rope Course (Level 1&2)

Net Course

Reverse Bungee Ejection

Paint Ball Target Shooting

Big Zip Line

Compound Archery 1 Round

MTB/Cycling

Melt Down

Sand Volley Ball

Package Inclusive:

Souvenir Chocolate Box at Premium Lounge

Veg & Non Veg Lunch

Tetra Pack Juice

Note: DSLR Cameras above 18-55mm are not permitted

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WEEKEND DELIGHT GENERAL DAY TOUR

Entry Time from : 9:00 AM           to 2:00 PM only

Validity : 05-10-2018 To 21-11-2018

Package Highlights :

Guided tour of Ramoji Film City

Evening Special DJ in a outdoor venue

Buffet Dinner at limelight

9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Adult : ₹1999/-

Child : ₹1699/-

[Child (33" Ht to 54" Ht)]

Package Inclusions:-

Guided tour of Ramoji Film City

Experience Bahubali sets Tour from 7th October onwards. (last bus at 4pm)

Visit to Eco Zone – Butterfly Park, Exotic Bird Park – WINGS & Bonsai Garden.

Shooting Locations and Gardens

Fundustan(Child play area), Borasura, Toyland & Rain Dance.

Ramoji Movie Magic - Action Theatre, Space Yatra& Lights Camera Action (Hollywood Black Light Spectacular Show).

Entertainment shows at Eureka- Spirit of Ramoji Show, Wild West Frontier Stunt Show &Dada jinn’s Live TV Show.

Rides - Ranger, Break dance, Twister, Super jet, Carousel, Frisbee Coaster

Live Entertainment Shows at Eureka

Spectacular Carnival Parade

Experience Ramoji Film City in Dazzling Lights

Evening Special DJ in a outdoor venue

Buffet Dinner at limelight

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WEEKEND DELIGHT STAR EXPERIENCE

Entry Time from : 9:00 AM           to 11:30 AM only

Validity : 05-10-2018 To 21-11-2018

Package Highlights :

Facilitated tour of Ramoji Film City by AC coach

Evening Special DJ in a outdoor venue

Buffet Dinner at limelight

9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Adult : ₹3099/-

Child : ₹2899/-

[Child (33" Ht to 54" Ht)]

Package Inclusions:-

Welcome on Arrival - Privilege chocolate Box on arrival

Facilitated tour of Ramoji Film City by AC coach

Experience Bahubali sets Tour from 7th October onwards. (last bus at 4pm)

Buffet Lunch (Veg. & Non Veg.) in A/C Restaurant

Evening Tea / Coffee – Eureka

Shopping at Eureka - Redemption Coupon worth Rs.75/- to redeem at any of the merchandise store

Fundustan(Child play area) & Borasura, Rain Dance

Express Entry at Ramoji Movie Magic - Action Theatre & SpaceYatra

Rides – Ranger, Break dance, Twister, Super jet, Carousel& Frisbee Coaster

Entertainment shows at Eureka- Spirit of Ramoji, Wild West Frontier Stunt Show,Dada jinn’s Live TV Show & Lights Camera Action (Hollywood Black Light Spectacular Show).

The exotic Bird Park - WINGS

Live Entertainment Shows at Eureka (6pm onwards)

Spectacular Carnival Parade

Experience Ramoji Film City in Dazzling Lights

Evening Special DJ in a outdoor venue

Buffet Dinner at limelight

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WEEKEND DELIGHT NOON FIESTA

Entry Time from : 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM only

Validity : 05-10-2018 To 21-11-2018

Package Highlights :

Facilitated tour of Ramoji Film City by AC coach

Experience Ramoji Film City in Dazzling Lights

Evening Special DJ in a outdoor venue

Buffet Dinner at limelight

12:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Adult : ₹2499/-

Child : ₹2299/-

[Child (33" Ht to 54" Ht)]

Package Inclusions:-

Welcome on Arrival – Privilege Chocolate Box

Facilitated tour of Ramoji Film City by AC coach

Evening Tea / Coffee – Eureka

Shopping at Eureka - Redemption Coupon worth Rs.75/- to redeem at any of the merchandise store

Fundustan(Child play area) & Borasura, Rain Dance

Express Entry at Ramoji Movie Magic - Action Theatre

Entertainment shows at Eureka- Spirit of Ramoji, Wild West Frontier Stunt Show, Dada jinn’s Live TV Show & Lights Camera Action (Hollywood Black Light Spectacular Show).

The exotic Bird Park - WINGS

Rides – Ranger, Break dance, Twister, Super jet, Carousel& Frisbee Coaster

Live Entertainment Show at Eureka (6pm onwards)

Spectacular Carnival Parade

Experience Ramoji Film City in Dazzling Lights

Evening Special DJ in a outdoor venue

Buffet Dinner at limelight