Charminar
is a mosque as well as a monument located in Hyderabad, Telengana. It was built
in 1591. This is a landmark building of Hyerabad and is one of the most recognized
structures of India. Its literal translation is “Char – minar”which means “Four towers” It is said
that the old city of Hyderabad had Char minar at its heart. The Charminar has
four arches which faces four different directions of the city. The winding
steps will lead the way to the top of the minar where Hyderabad city is visible
clearly. The clock on the four sides of the minar was added on later in 1889.
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| A Zoomed in Photograph of Charminar in Hyderabad |
The fifth
ruler of Qutub Shahi Dynasty, Muhammed Qutub Shah built this amazing structure.
The Beauty of Islamic architecture is clearly seen in detail if Charminar is observed
closely. A small garden is located in the compound and one will have to wait
for their turn to take ticket to see this marvelous wonder. Photography and
Videography is allowed provided we pay for it.
Charminar is surrounded by lots of street
vendors who sell varieties of products for cheaper rate where bargaining
capacity of people should come in handy! The Laad bazaar is exclusively known
for the traditional jewellery, which mainly includes pearl ornaments which they
sell. The Hyderabadi Biriyani is one of the most preferred food when it comes
to Hyderabadi cusine.
As per the
information derived from the local residers, the Hyderabad muslims living in
Pakistan constructed a small scale replica of charminar at Bahadurabad near
Karachi. The bustling traffic of the old city of Hyderabad can be clearly
picturised from the top floor of Charminar.
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| A Photograph of Charminar clicked amidst bustling traffic! |
October to
March is the best time to visit Hyderabad as the climate will be the best
during these seasons. Hyderabad airport
is just 5 Kilometres away from Secunderabad Railway Station and from ther local
buses or rickshaws are available to Charminar. There are three railway stations
in the city namely Begumpet, Secunderabad and Hyderabad. Local bus services are
available to the neighbouring cities
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