Hyderabad is in the state of Telangana and has a massive variety of tourist attractions. The weather is almost always perfect for visiting and the crowd is very welcoming. It is the ideal location for any vacation- be it summer or winter. Book your Thiruvananthapuram to Hyderabad flight tickets at goIndiGo.in.
Tourist attractions in Hyderabad
Within Hyderabad's, Old City stands the Charminar. Known as the ‘Arc de Triomphe of the East’, it is adorned with towers and minarets, with a mosque and prayer spaces and lighting, making it a much-visited attraction of the city.
11 kilometres away from the town lies the Golconda Fort— the city's pride. This impressive structure- built by Qutub Shahi kings- boasts of massive gates and bastions. The fort-guides will never miss an opportunity to show off the acoustics of the interior of the fort, and equally impressive is its water supply system. In the evening, one can enjoy its spectacular ‘light and sound’ show in English, Hindi, and in Telugu.
Hyderabad boasts of one of the largest film studios in the world— Ramoji Film City. Its impressive architecture and brilliant technical facilities- with sets like the Hollywood Sign, Japanese cherry blossom gardens, and other interactions like Interactive Entertainment showcases the brilliance of the city and provides for a fun visit.
Places to shop in Hyderabad
Koti Sultan Market, known as the Residency Market during the British era, is the go-to street market for women’s clothing. Junk jewellery, bags, sandals, kurtas- Koti Market is a local favourite and has something for everyone.
One of the oldest markets in the country, Begum Bazaar is the ‘begum’ of all Hyderabadi bazaars. Though known for its quality tobacco, you can find kitchen utensils, household items, toiletries, perfumes, and cosmetics.
Best time to visit Hyderabad
Hyderabad has a characteristically colder climate, and so the best months to plan a trip to Hyderabad are the winter months from November to February, which is the best for visiting tourist attractions and comfortable for a full day full of shopping.
Modes of transport in Hyderabad
Hyderabad’s most popular public transport is its local train system known as the Multi-Modal Transport System (MMTS), with daily and monthly passes available for a regular commute. The city is also well connected by buses, and available across the city are taxis/cabs and auto-rickshaws.
Airports in Hyderabad
The Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is Hyderabad’s international airport. It is located 24 kilometres south of Hyderabad in Shamshabad. It has an array of international flights and is the only Indian airport to rank in AirHelp’s list of top 10 airports in the world.
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