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Charminar 
Built by Sultan Mohammad Quli Qutb Shah in 1591, the Islamic architectural splendor
Charminar is the most famous landmark of Hyderabad. Located in the heart of
the city, this magnificent square edifice of granite is built upon four grand
arches facing north, south, east and west with 56 meters high slender minarets
and spiral staircases. These arches support two floors of rooms and a gallery
of archways. It is these four (char) minarets (minar) that give the building,
its name 'Charminar'. Each minar stand on a lotus-leaf base that is a recurrent
motif in Qutub Shahi buildings. The whole edifice contains numerous small decorative
arches arranged both vertically and horizontally. This monument has 45 prayer
spaces and a small mosque on the western side on the open roof. The whole structure
is illuminated every evening. More
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Ramoji Film City 
The magical tourist destination, Ramoji film city alias RFC, is the world's
largest film production complex. This magnificent dream world, owned by entrepreneur-cum-film
producer Ramoji Rao, is located 25kms away from Hyderabad. It is an enchanting
blend of man made wonders and nature’s pristine beauty. Sprawling over 2000
acres of land the complex houses studios, imaginable sets and locations, breathtaking
gardens and fountains, hotels with five star and three star star facilities,
multistoried buildings, fascinating fun & play areas and so on. This filmmakers
paradise provides the most comprehensive international-standard pre-production,
production and post-production facilities with dedicated professionalism. Twenty
international films, and nearly forty Indian films can be produced simultaneously
in the complex.
Ramoji film city is not just a film making complex but also
a multi-faceted holiday haven for the whole family. The play zones with various
exciting rides, video game parlour, dancing fountain, train restaurants all
provide good amusement facilities. There is an exclusive nursery called Shangri-La
which is the home to infinite varieties of exotic flowers, plants and shrubs.
It is also a perfect venue for theme parties, lavish weddings, corporate conference
and events, adventure camps etc.
The film city is open from 9.30A.M to 3.30 P.M. The ticket rates are Rs 200
per head on Sundays and Rs 150 per head on weekdays. For children above three
years of age it is Rs 150 on a Sunday and Rs 100 on weekdays. The cost includes
guided tour of the film city and transportation within. For taking their own
cars, the rate is Rs 700.
Contact :
Ramoji Film City
Hyderabad - 501512
Phone : +91-8415-246555/ 246333
Fax : +91-8415-246451
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Shilparamam
Located about 14 kms from Hyderabad at Madhapur, is the picturesque crafts village
Shilparamam. This arts and crafts village showcases art forms and handicrafts
of various artists from all over the state. Nestling amidst rocks, rippling
waterfalls and gorgeous lawns, Shilparamam is a melting pot of traditions and
cultures. Here each season brings a mood of festivity and Indian festivals are
celebrated in the most traditional way. Shilparamam houses an amphitheatre where
performances ranging from classical music concerts and dance programmes to contemporary
English plays are staged. The village also has facility for learning crafts
for those interested. Boating facilities with both peddling and rowing boats
are also available at this Crafts village. An international kite festival and
an All India festival of Arts and Crafts is held here annually that gives a
unique opportunity to take home a piece of India.
Golconda Fort
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majestic ruins of Golconda Fort stands as a backdrop to the sprawling city of
Hyderabad. It lies on the western outskirts at a distance of about 11kms from
the city. Built by Mohammed Quli Qutb Shah in 1525, the Golconda Fort epitomizes
the opulent nawabi culture of the time. The fort constructed on a 120m high
granite hill, has 8 gates (darwazas) and the main gate is called Fateh darwaza
alias 'Victory gate'. An added attraction at the fort is a sound and light show
that brings the legend of Golconda to life. More
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Qutub Shahi Tombs
 Qutub
Shahi tombs, the royal cemetery of the Qutub Shahi kings, located 2 kms from
Golconda fort is an amalgamation of Indian and Persian style of architecture.
These tombs are said to be the oldest historical monuments in Hyderabad. Built
in gray granite, the tombs are domed structures with an elevated square base
surrounded by pointed arches. Most of the tombs, which rises to a height of
9-15mts above the terrace, are graceful structures with intricately carved stonework.
The smaller tombs are single storied while the larger ones are double storied.
These tombs were originally ornamented with blue and green tiles of which only
a few pieces remain now. To distinguish the tombs of Sultans from others, a
golden spire was fixed over the tombs of the Sultans.
The most striking among these is the tomb of Mohammed Quli
Qutb Shah, the fifth king of the Qutb Shahi dynasty and the founder of Hyderabad.
This tomb is one of the largest, reaching up to a height of 42 meters with a
large dome adorning the top and 28 open arches. The complex has around 30 tombs
and they are open to visitors on all days except Fridays.
HITEC City
Hyderabad Information Technology Engineering Consultancy City alias HITEC
City, located 14kms from Hyderabad airport, is the major technology township
in the city. Sprawling an area of 158 acres, the city launched in 1997 offers
a one stop solution to the business and social needs of IT and related industries. The
largest software technology park in India, HITEC city is a joint venture between
Indian engineering giant Larsen & Toubro Limited and the Andhra Pradesh
Industrial Infrastructure Corporation Limited. It has facilities like office
space, production areas housing colonies, showrooms, cafeteria, health club,
banks, shopping complexes and auditoriums. Within the HITEC city, there are
several IT companies. The cylindrical showpiece known as Cyber Towers is the
main building here.
Contact Address :
Andhra Pradesh Industrial Development Corporation Ltd.
Parishrama Bhavanam,
Basheerbagh, Hyderabad 500 004, AP.India,
Phone: 91 -040- 23235253 (4 lines), 23237123, 23230274,23230225,23230370,
FAX(040)23235516,
E-Mail: Contact
Now
web: www.apidc.org
,www.apidc.gov.in
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