Hyderabad – ‘The City of Pearls’
Hyderabad is the capital of Telangana, a state in the southern part of India situated 542 metres above the sea level.
Hyderabad is a hub for businesses, IT industry, and major BPOs operating in the city. Beautifully nestled amid Deccan terrain and the Eastern Ghats, Hyderabad offers an enjoyable combination of tradition and modernity. Bustling markets, lip-smacking Nawabi cuisines and numerous places to explore make it a great holiday place. The city historically has always had pearl and diamond trading centres. Once ruled by the Qutb Shahi dynasty, the city showcases glimpses of the Shahi dynasty.
Tourist attractions in Hyderabad
Wondering about where to visit in Hyderabad during the holiday? Below are the tourist attractions in Hyderabad which you can’t afford to miss.
- Golconda Fort
- Taramati Baradari
- Birla Mandir
- Qutb Shahi Tombs
- Nehru Zoological Park
- AP State Archaeological Museum
- Hussainsagar Lake
- Charminar Mosque
- Salar Jung Museum
- Hussain Sagar Lake
Things to do in Hyderabad
Below are the things you can do during your visit to Hyderabad:
- Have fun at amusement and water parks, and zoos on Salar Jung Museum tour
- Go on a religious tour to the ancient Charminar Mosque
- Pay a visit to the Diamond Trading Centre (Golconda Fort)
- Get bewitched by Ramoji Film City, Mount Opera
- Try different dishes like mirchi ka salan, hyderabadi biryani, dum pukht, keema samosa, etc.
Places to shop in Hyderabad
Below are some places where you can shop in Hyderabad for things of your choice.
- Koti Sultan Bazar - Shop for silver junk jewellery and precious stones
- Laad Bazaar - Shop for lacquer bangles
- Charminar Bazaar - Buy Hyderabadi khada dupattas here
- Moazzam Jahi Market - Purchase hunting gear here
- Begum Bazar - Explore this market for gold and silver items, and fresh fish
Weather conditions in Hyderabad
Winter in Hyderabad starts from October and lasts till the middle of February. During winter, the temperature in Hyderabad ranges from 10°C to 20°C. Summer in Hyderabad starts in March and lasts till the middle of June. The temperature rises from 25°C to 40°C during the summer season.
Best time to visit Hyderabad
November to February marks the winter season in Hyderabad, summer is from July, and monsoon showers start to pour in August and last till October. So, the most suitable time to visit Hyderabad is from October to March.
Modes of transportation in Hyderabad
To commute from one place to another in Hyderabad, you may take buses or rickshaws. Hyderabad is well connected by road, rail and air networks.
Airports in Hyderabad
Hyderabad has an international airport called Rajiv Gandhi International Airport having the IATA code HYD. The airport is located at Shamshabad. IndiGo operates a series of domestic and international flights, daily, from this airport.