The Charminar ( lit. ‘four minarets’) constructed in 1591, is a monument and mosque located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. The landmark has become known globally as a symbol of Hyderabad and is listed among the most recognised structures in India.

It is the most famous building of Hyderabad and also one of the most famous buildings in India. It was built by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shahi to celebrate the end of a deadly plague. The Charminar lies near the bank of the river Musi. It is close to Laad Bazaar and Makkah Masjid.

The Charminar is a massive arch built by Mohammed Quli Qutab Shah, in 1591 to commemorate the end of the plague in the city. The symbol of the city, the Charminar, is an impressive square monument with four minarets. The arch is illuminated daily in the evening, an unforgettable sight indeed.

Hyderabad

They are all priced under INR 500.

• Vintage Coins – INR 50. Ghansi Bazaar.
• Bangles – INR 30 Upwards. Laad Bazaar.
• Suede Pajamas – INR 200 Each. Charminar.
• Black Metal Sling Bags – INR 450. Laad Bazaar.
• Hyderabadi Attar – INR 30 Upwards.
• Bollywood-Inspired Maang Tikkas – INR 250-350.
• Juttis And Ethnic footwear – INR 100 to 200.

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There are strong similarities in the Mughal architecture found in Hyderabad Deccan and Taj Mahal.” Originally, the Charminar featured four minarets. Its construction was complete in 1591, just around the time Shah Jahan was born. Furthermore, the minarets of the Taj Mahal are designed leaning slightly outwards.

After the death of Aurangazeb in 1707, the Mughal empire weakened, and the governor of Hyderabad, Asaf Jah I (titled Nizam-ul-Mulk by the Mughal emperor), declared independence in 1724. His line ruled Hyderabad until 1948, and were called the Nizams.

He ascended the throne on 29 August 1911, at the age of 25 and ruled the Kingdom of Hyderabad between 1911 and 1948, until India annexed it….

Hyderabad, also spelled Haydarabad, city, south-central Sind province, southeastern Pakistan. It lies on the most northerly hill of the Ganjo Takkar ridge, just east of the Indus River.

Names. The ancient names of Karachi included: Krokola, Barbarikon, Nawa Nar, Rambagh, Kurruck, Karak Bander, Auranga Bandar, Minnagara, Kalachi, Morontobara, Kalachi-jo-Goth, Banbhore, Debal, Barbarice and Kurrachee.

Burgula Ramakrishna Rao (13 March 1899 – 15 September 1967) was the first elected Chief Minister of the erstwhile Hyderabad State.

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