Archive | Andhra Pradesh

Things to see and do in Andhara Pradesh.

Charminar

Charminar & Mecca Masjid

Charminar (Four Minarets) was built in 1591 by Sultan Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, the 5th ruler of the Qutb Shahi dynasty, shortly after he shifted capital from Golconda.

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Chowmahalla Palace

Chowmahalla Palace

Built over 200 years ago, the magnificent Chowmahalla Palace was the seat of the Asaf Jahi dynasty and the official residence of the Nizam.

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Qutub Shahi Tombs

Qutub Shahi Tombs

The tombs of the Qutub Shahi kings, who ruled the kingdom of Golconda from 1518 to 1687, are located about 2 kms from the Golconda Fort.

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Golconda Fort

Golconda Fort

The Golconda Fort was originally built in the 13th Century by the Kakatiyas. In the 16th Century it became the capital of the Qutub Shahi kings.

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Hotel Grand Plaza

Hotel Grand Plaza

The hotel is located within a kilometer of the Nampally railway station and is quite close to the south end of the Hussein Sagar Lake as well.

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