15 Best Things to Do in Hyderabad

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   Charminar

   Religious siteFree entry

   The Charminar is the soul of old Hyderabad, a magnificent 16th-century monument of four soaring 56-metre minarets framing grand arches, standing at the centre of the bustling old city.

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   Birla Mandir, Hyderabad

   Religious site

   Birla Mandir in Hyderabad is a stunning Hindu temple built entirely of white marble, situated on a hilltop overlooking the city.

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   Birla Mandir

   Religious siteFree entry

   Birla Mandir is a serene Hindu temple in Hyderabad, built entirely of dazzling white Rajasthani marble atop a rocky hill called Naubath Pahad, overlooking the city and the Hussain Sagar lake.

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   Salar Jung Museum

   Museum

   Salar Jung Museum, located on the southern bank of the Musi River, is the third-largest museum in India.

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   Chowmahalla Palace

   Landmark

   Chowmahalla Palace was the seat of the Nizams of Hyderabad, the fabulously wealthy rulers of the princely state, and remains a stunning showcase of their opulence.

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   Hussain Sagar

   Lake

   Hussain Sagar is a large artificial lake built in the 16th century, connecting Hyderabad and Secunderabad.

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   Hussain Sagar Lake

   Park & natureFree entry

   Hussain Sagar is the great heart-shaped lake at the centre of Hyderabad, separating the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad, a beloved local landmark and the city's favourite spot for an evening out.

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   Nehru Zoological Park

   Park & nature

   Nehru Zoological Park is one of India's largest zoos, home to a wide array of animals from lions and tigers to giraffes and primates.

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   Buddha Statue

   LandmarkFree entry

   The Buddha Statue in Hyderabad is a massive 18-meter (59-foot) tall monolith carved from white granite, standing on a small island in the middle of Hussain Sagar Lake.

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    Falaknuma Palace

    Palace

    Falaknuma Palace, perched on a hill in Hyderabad, is a magnificent 19th-century palace that now operates as a heritage hotel.

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    Taj Falaknuma Palace

    Landmark

    Taj Falaknuma Palace, perched on a hill in Hyderabad's Sultan Bazar area, is a magnificent former royal palace that now operates as a luxury hotel under the Taj group.

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    Shilparamam Cultural Society

    Landmark

    Shilparamam Cultural Society is a sprawling crafts village located in the heart of Hyderabad's Hi-tech City area.

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    Lumbini Park

    Park & natureFree entry

    Lumbini Park is a well-maintained public park located in the heart of Hyderabad, adjacent to Hussain Sagar Lake.

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    Shri Jagannath Temple

    Religious siteFree entry

    Shri Jagannath Temple in Hyderabad is a prominent religious site dedicated to Lord Jagannath, a form of Vishnu.

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    NTR Garden

    Park & natureFree entry

    NTR Garden is a beautifully landscaped park situated on the banks of Hussain Sagar Lake in Hyderabad.

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