Church / Cathedral / Monastery

Birla Mandir

Birla Temple at Hyderabad is one of the temples built by the Industrialist Birla and it took ten years to complete construction. The temple is situated on Kala Pahad hill and offers views of the Hussain Sagar lake, Lumbini Park and the Public Gardens. Adjacent to it are the Birla Planetarium and Science Museum. Built from 2000 tons of Rajasthan white marble, it features South Indian, Rajasthani and Utkal architectural styles and is reached by a stairway which passes a number of marble statues [more]Birla Temple at Hyderabad is one of the temples built by the Industrialist Birla and it took ten years to complete construction. The temple is situated on Kala Pahad hill and offers views of the Hussain Sagar lake, Lumbini Park and the Public Gardens. Adjacent to it are the Birla Planetarium and Science Museum. Built from 2000 tons of Rajasthan white marble, it features South Indian, Rajasthani and Utkal architectural styles and is reached by a stairway which passes a number of marble statues. It is open daily from 07h00 - 12h00 and 15h00 - 21h00

Monument / Memorial

Golconda Fort

The Golconda Fort dates from 1140 and has been a royal residence, treasury and state prison over the centuries. It is also thought to be the place of origin of the famous Koh-i-Noor diamond. At present a "Sound and Light Show" under the auspices of Andhra Pradesh Tourism is presented every evening. Access by public transport is possible, options including transport by rickshaw.

Zoo / Aquarium

Nehru Zoological Park

This zoo is the biggest in India and hosts more then 3000 different species. In the zoo is also a Naturehistoric Museum and a children´s area with a Joy Train. Furthermore there is the opportunity to make a safari and see lions, tigers, bears, bisons or butterflies. There is also a reptile house and a nocturnal animal house. Opening hours: open every day expect Monday April to June 8:00am-5:30pm July to March 8:30am-5:00pm Entrance fees: Adults: 20 Rs. Children: 10 Rs. Cars: 200 Rs. [more]This zoo is the biggest in India and hosts more then 3000 different species. In the zoo is also a Naturehistoric Museum and a children´s area with a Joy Train. Furthermore there is the opportunity to make a safari and see lions, tigers, bears, bisons or butterflies. There is also a reptile house and a nocturnal animal house. Opening hours: open every day expect Monday April to June 8:00am-5:30pm July to March 8:30am-5:00pm Entrance fees: Adults: 20 Rs. Children: 10 Rs. Cars: 200 Rs. Camera fee: 20 Rs. Video camera fee: 200 Rs. Vehicle: children 20 Rs., adult 25 Rs. Ride with Joy Train: children 2 Rs., adults 20 Rs. Elephant ride: children 5Rs., adult 15 Rs. Safari: children 10 Rs., adult 25 Rs. Nocturnal house: children 5 Rs., adult 10 Rs. To the zoo go two bus lines.

Monument

Charminar

Built in 1591 to commemorate the eradication of plague, the name Charminar literally means "Four Spires". This is the most famous monument and landmark in Hyderabad. Located in the Old City, there are a number of nearby bazaars and local attractions. The Charminar features Indian and Mughal architectural styles, its minarets reaching a height of almost 50 metres and offering a panoramic view of the City.

Museum / Exhibition / Gallery

Salarjung Museums

Salarjung Museum is the third largest museum in India and contains a collection of more than 43000 works of art - from Mughal miniature paintings, to Chinese porcelain, Japanese silk paintings and European artworks.The collection was put together by Nawab Mir Yousuf Ali Khan Salar Jung III (1889-1949), who was once the Prime Minister of the seventh Nizam of Hyderabad. He spent more than 35 years pulling the collection together. The museum contains the art collection of three generations of the S [more]Salarjung Museum is the third largest museum in India and contains a collection of more than 43000 works of art - from Mughal miniature paintings, to Chinese porcelain, Japanese silk paintings and European artworks.The collection was put together by Nawab Mir Yousuf Ali Khan Salar Jung III (1889-1949), who was once the Prime Minister of the seventh Nizam of Hyderabad. He spent more than 35 years pulling the collection together. The museum contains the art collection of three generations of the Salar Jung family. The museum is open every day except Friday and public holidays. Opening hours are from 10.00am to 5.00 pm. Entrance costs Rs. 10 / - for Indians amd Rs. 150 / - for Foreigners (approx 3 Euros)