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10 Must-See Places For Anyone Visiting Hyderabad

Located merely 11 km west of Hyderabad, Golconda Fort was constructed in the 1600s. It was once considered to be home to a vault containing the ‘Hope’ and ‘Kohinoor’ diamonds.

Bearing testimony to India’s storied past, the Salar Jung Museum is located on the southern bank of the Musi River. It is home to some rare collections of paintings, textiles, manuscripts and ceramics.

Established in 1959, Nehru Zoological Garden houses well over 100 rare species of birds, reptiles and animals. Moreover, it also boasts of some other interesting features such as a beautiful aquarium and dino park.

A must-visit place for anyone who wants to treat his eyes to an architectural masterpiece, the Charminar is shrouded by myths regarding the purpose behind its construction. 

You can add a spiritual flavour to your trip by visiting the Jagannath Temple, located in the Banjara Hills. A replica of the original temple in Puri, it serves as a fitting tribute to the Oriya community in the city.

The brainchild of noted film producer Ramoji Rao, Ramoji Film City was certified the world’s largest film studio complex in the world by the Guinness Book of World Records nearly two and a half decades ago. 

Built by noted Sufi saint, Hazrat Syed Hussain Shah Wali in 1526, Hussain Sagar lake is located across an area of 5.7 sq.km. It receives its water supply from the Musi River.

Regarded as one of the most sacred and oldest mosques in the city, Mecca Masjid is listed as a heritage site. According to a belief, those who sit on the benches located there, will be forced to return very soon.

Maintained by the Buddha Purnima Project Authority, Lumbini Park was constructed in 1994. It is a dream come true for those willing to enjoy scenic beauty right in the heart of Hyderabad.

Equipped with a lavish reception room and a library which has a roof carved from walnuts, the Falaknuma Palace was once private property of the Nizam’s royal family. On the architectural front, it a blend of the Italian and Tudor styles.