Qutub Shahi Tombs

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Qutub Shahi Tombs Fort Rd, Toli Chowki, Hyderabad. Edit

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Qutub Shahi Tombs, the tombs of 7 Qutub Shahi rulers, is situated about 850 meters away from the Banjara Darwaza of Golconda Fort. These tombs are constructed by grey granite, on an elevated square platform. These tombs are dome-structured and have a quadrangular shape. Each of these tombs is at a height of about 9 – 15 meters from the platform and is surrounded by pointed arches. There are small tombs as well as large tombs among Qutub Shahi Tombs. The smaller tombs have single storey and larger tombs have double storey. The stucco ornamentation of Qutub Shahi Tombs can be seen even today but the blue and green tiles, which covered the domes of these tombs, were destroyed with the passage of time.The largest of all Qutub Shahi Tombs is the tomb of Mohammed Quli Qutub Shah, the fifth king of the Qutub Shahi dynasty. This tomb reaching up to a height of about 42 meters has 28 open arches, a large dome and minarets at its corners. The tombs of Qutub Shahis were once decorated with carpets and chandeliers. Golden spires were used to distinguish the tombs of Sultans from those of nobles and all tombs were given velvet canopies on silver poles. The verses from the Holy Book of Quran were recited in regular intervals. It is said that the criminals who seek shelter in this place were forgiven by the Qutub Shahis. Qutub Shahi Tombs are surrounded by a garden named Ibrahim Bagh that contain ponds and planted pathways. This garden is a popular picnic spot in Hyderabad.

HistoryEdit

Qutub Shahi Tombs are considered among the oldest monuments in Hyderabad, planned and built by Qutub Shahis, The tombs were renovated in the early 19th century by Salar Jung III, Mir Yousuf Ali Khan.The Qutub Shahi Tombs exhibit a unique blend of Persian and Indian architectural styles. Today, Qutub Shahi Tombs are the venue of the Deccan Festival conducted by the State Government.

Qutb Shahi Tombs, Hyderabad

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10.00 AM – 6.00 PM

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Friday

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October to March.

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1 hours

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McDonald’s ; Shop no 1, 1A,2A,2B, Muncipal Nos 8-1-305, And 306, Survey No. 14, Anand Silicon Chip, ToliChowki, Shaikpet, Hyderabad ; Ph/M – 093906 55581 ; Food Serve – Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Typically they charge @ Rs.15/- per kilometer with a min. of Rs.60/4kms. Dott Cabs: 91-40-2424 2424 Easy Cabs: 91-40-4343 4343 Cell Cabs: 91-40-2324 2526 Meru : 91-40-4422 4472

Bus : Telangana state owned buses connect Hyderabad city with all cities in the state and the neighboring states. Hyderabad is a hub of deluxe, super deluxe, A/C and Volvo tourist buses. Hyderabad is connected by these superb buses to many cities, including Bangalore, Chennai, Vishakapatnam and Vijayawada.

Train : Secunderabad, one of the twin cities with Hyderabad, is a major station with the head quarters of Southern Railway. Nampally railway station is well connected to all major railway stations in India. Railway Enquiry : 139, 238

Air : Hyderabad International Airport, Rajiv Gandhi International Terminal, is well connected to many important cities abroad. Domestic terminal, N T Rama Rao domestic Terminal, connects to all major cities in India. All private air travel providers operate services from Hyderabad. The both airport are located side by side and are located at Begumpet, about 20 km away from the heart of the city. Taxi services cost about Rs 350 from Airport to Hyderabad city.

Others : Auto rickshaws and air-conditioned cabs are available on hire.3 wheelers or .Autos. are fairly popular in Hyderabad. Slightly larger shared-ride 7-seaters will charge by distances, usually Rs.3/- per km. They travel on fixed routes. The smaller .3-seaters. are metered and charge Rs.8/- per km (min. Rs.10/-)