Monuments in Andhra Pradesh
Qutb Shahi Tombs, Hyderabad
The tombs of the legendary Qutb Shahi kings lie to the north of Golconda, about
a kilometre away from Banjara Darwaza of the Golconda Fort. Planned and built
by the Qutb Shahis themselves.
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Raymonds Tomb, Hyderabad
Raymonds Tomb is situated in Malakpet near Osmanagar Palace, on the top of a
small hill rising to a height of 100 feet from the ground. A gallant French
General, Raymond was known as Michel Joachin.
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Warangal
Fort, Warangal
This fort was built during the 13th century by the Kakatiya ruler Ganapathi
Deva and his daughter Rudramma. The remains of four massive stone gateways,
similar to those of Sanchi and several exquisite.
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Thousand Pillar Temple, Warangal
One of the most famous monuments of Andhra Pradesh, the Thousand Pillar Temple,
located in Hanamkonda, was built in 1163 AD by the Kakatiya King Rudra Deva,
following the Chalukyan style of temple.
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Chandragiri Fort, Chandragiri
Chandragiri was the later capital of the
Vijayanagara Empire. The forts and Mahals at the place are attractions for tourists.
The fort is said to have been built in AD 1,000 by Immadi Narasimha Yadava.
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Asman Garh Palace, Hyderabad
The palace was designed and built by Sir Osman Jah, a noble belonging to the
Paigah family and one time Prime Minister of Hyderabad State. The granite turrets
and arched windows of Asman Garh.
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Charminar,
Hyderabad
The Charminar is as much the signature
of Hyderabad as the Taj Mahal is of Agra or the Eiffel Tower is of Paris. It
is a magnificent square edifice of granite, built upon four grand arches facing.
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Golconda Fort, Hyderabad
Golconda is one of the famous forts of India. The name originates from the Telugu
words "Golla Konda" meaning "Shepherd's Hill". The origins
of the fort can be traced back to the Kakatiyas period.
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Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad
Falaknuma Palace is situated in Falaknuma, about 4 km South of Charminar. It
stands on a hill overlooking the city of Hyderabad. It is a magnificent palace.
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Legislative Assembly, Hyderabad
Built in 1913, the building was originally the Hyderabad State Town hall. The
architecture is a synthesis of Rajasthani and Persian styles, with an all white,
aesthetic look.
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Osmania University, Hyderabad
Established in 1918, it is one of the oldest universities in India. Named after
Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan, the university buildings are splendid, especially
the Arts College building.
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