The
Andhra Pradesh capital city of
Hyderabad is a melting pot of the old and the new. The city of
Hyderabad and its twin
Secunderabad are more than 400 years old. The city was built on the banks of the
river Musi and was formerly the presiding region of the Nizams.
The city was founded by the
Muhammad Quli Qutub Shah in the year 1590.
Golconda was the earlier administrative center of the Qutub Shahi rulers. The city of
Hyderabad was dedicated to the king's wife, Bhagmati and was earlier called
Bhagyanagar after her name. The city changed its name after the queen was honored with the title of Hyder Mahal. With the end of the Mughal rule, the Nizam gained power. It was under the rule of the Nizam, Sikander Jah that another region north of
Hyderabad developed. This region was called
Secunderabad and is now considered a twin of
Hyderabad.
The city of Hyderabad can be accessed from all parts of India through air, rail and roadways. Regular flights and trains are available from other cities to the
Andhra Pradesh capital city of
Hyderabad.
Hyderabad is adorned with beautiful structures that represent the rich architectural heritage of the city. While in
Hyderabad, the tourists may visit the following places:
- Charminar
- Mecca Masjid
- Golconda Fort
- Salar Jung Museum
- Jama Masjid
- Salar Jung Museum
- Qutub Shahi Tombs
- Chote Hazrat Ki Dargah
The
Andhra Pradesh capital city of
Hyderabad is a confluence of several cultures. The region is known for its secularity. Along with being a politically important city,
Hyderabad has also shown extreme development in the arena of software and multimedia that has won it international acclaim.
Last Updated on 19 May 2011
