Cult Immersions 1 -Charminar Historical Walking Tour 3 hrs
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About This Tour in Hyderabad
Why Visit Hyderabad?
Hyderabad, India offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Hyderabad provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Hyderabad
You can reach Hyderabad, India by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Drinking Water
- Entry Fee and mobile camera fee at Chowmahallah Palace
- Professional Tour Guide Fee
- light refreshments
What's Not Included
- Food and Beverages
- Entry fee at Charminar
- Transportation
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
ThisMadina hotel is located opposite to Shadab Restaurant and Badshahi Ashurkhana in Madina Building, Pathergatti Road
End Point
AshookhanaOne can find Chowmahallah Palace entrance behind Mecca Mosque in a walkable distance from Charminar
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
This is very beautiful palace with unique mixed... 1 hour
This is very beautiful palace with unique mixed architectural styles with 270 years of existence with Chandeliers, marble thrones, portraits, hand painted landscape maps, porcelain, Armory, textiles and vintage cars which was the seat of coronation ceremonies, administration and lavish banquets.
Mecca Mosque is is a congregational mosque situated in the old city of Hyderabad 15 minutes
Mecca Mosque is is a congregational mosque situated in the old city of Hyderabad. It is one of the largest mosques in India, which can accommodate more than 10,000 people for Eid Prayers built in 17th Century by both Qutb Shahis and Mughals. It is located just 100 meters away towards South-West of Charminar with important tombs of Nizams of Hyderabad. Duration: 15 minutes
Laad Bazaar towards west of Charminar in Old... 15 minutes
Laad Bazaar towards west of Charminar in Old Hyderabad city is a very coulorful market to negotiate and buy glittering and colourful lacquer bangles. This market is a place to buy lacquer bangles; imitation jewellery, clothes etc with more than 400 years old antiquity.
The Charminar that means four minarets is a... 30 minutes
The Charminar that means four minarets is a beautiful historic landmark monument located in the heart of old Hyderabad city constructed in 1591 by Qutb Shahis. It was built as a replica of tomb of Imam Hussain with Madarasa, Mosque and beautiful stucco decorations in it. It has architectural, religious and historical importance. Charminar is the most visited monument in Hyderabad surrounded by very busy and historical markets. We climb up to the first floor of Charminar. We also see Juma Masjid from Charminar which is the first congregational mosque after the foundation of Hyderabad City built in Qutb Shahi Architecture in 1598. We could have Panoramic View of the surrounding monuments from here.
Gulzar Houz also known as Char-Su-Ka-Houz which is... 10 minutes
Gulzar Houz also known as Char-Su-Ka-Houz which is the central point of Old Hyderabad City built with Char Bagh concept associated with Old Hyderabad City Plan during foundation of the city. Gulzar Houz also known as Char-Su-Ka-Houz which is the central point of Old Hyderabad City built with Char Bagh concept associated with Old Hyderabad City Plan during foundation of the city.
We walk in the lanes and by lanes... 20 minutes
We walk in the lanes and by lanes of Mir Alam Mandi which is one of the oldest vegetable and spices markets and one Burqa Galli market also.
Patter Gatti market buildings are restored buildings in... 10 minutes
Patter Gatti market buildings are restored buildings in early 20th century by CIB with many lanes and by lanes with busy shops with local community for shopping all the day.
Naal-E-Mubarak Ashurkhana is a Shia religious place with historical importance 10 minutes
Naal-E-Mubarak Ashurkhana is a Shia religious place with historical importance. It has metal pieces of helmet of Imam Hussain which was used in the battle of Karbala in 680 AD.
Ashookhana is associated with Shia Muslims and a... 20 minutes
Ashookhana is associated with Shia Muslims and a place of mourning during Muharram Festival. It was built in 1594 AD in memory of martyrdom of Imam Hussain in the battle of Karbala. It has very beautiful and colorful Mosaic Tiles from Persia. It was damaged partially with the floods of Musi River in 1908 AD. Ashurkhana in it has sites like the Niyaz Khana, Naqaar Khana, Sarai Khana, Abdar Khana, Langar Khana, Makan-e-Mujawer, Daftar-e-Mujawer and Alawa Chabutra etc. After the conquest of Golkonda by Aurangazeb to display of Sunni Dominance, he used the Ashurkhana as a horse stable for the Mughal cavalry.
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