Hyderabad, Telangana

HYDERABAD

Visiting Places

The city of smiles, of fairy lights, of a thousand faces, appealingly called the Pearl City, Hyderabad offers a variety of traveler attractions ranging from Heritage monuments, Lakes and Parks, Gardens and Resorts, Museums to delectable cuisine and a pleasant shopping experience. To the traveler, Hyderabad offers a fascinating panorama of the past, with a richly mixed cultural and historical tradition spanning 400 colorful years. Some of the tourist attractions include...

Contents

1. Charminar
2. Golconda Fort
3. Taramati Baradari
4. Birla Mandir (Venkateswara Temple)
5. Salar Jung Museum
6. AP State Archaeological Museum
7. Nehru Zoological Park
8. Shilparamam (The Arts & Crafts Village)
9. Hitec City
10. Hussainsagar Lake
11. The Nizam‘S Silver Jubilee Museum
12. Chow Mohalla Palace
13. Durgam Cheruvu
14. Chilkur Balaji Temple
15. KBR National Park
16. Mrugavani National Park
17. Mahavir Harina Vanasthali National Park
18. Hyderabad Botanical Gardens
19. Osmansagar Lake
20. Shamirpet
21. Sri Ramakrishna Math
22. Jagannath Temple
23. Ramoji Film City
24. NTR Garden
25. Lumbini Park
26. Tank Bund
27. Snow World
28. Jalavihar
29. Indira Park
30. Sanghi Temple
31. Peddamma Temple
32. Ujjaini Mahakali Temple
33. Yellamma Temple, Balkampet, Hyderabad
34. Karmanghat Hanuman Temple
35. Tadbund Hanuman Temple
36. Ashtalakshmi Temple, Hyderabad
37. Sai Baba Temple, Dilsukhnagar
38. Keesaragutta Temple
39. Sri Ranganatha Temple
40. Chitragupta Swamy Temple
41. Hayat Bakshi Mosque
42. Sanjeevaiah Park
43. Priyadarshini Park
44. Krishna Kanth Park
45. Sri Rama Chandra Temple - Ammapalli
46. Mini Shilparamam

	1. Charminar
	Ph: 23522990 Visiting Hours: 9 am – 5.30 pm
The Charminar is as much the signature of Hyderabad as the Taj Mahal is of Agra or the Eiffel Tower is of Paris. Mohammed Quli Qutb Shah, the founder of Hyderabad, built Charminar in 1591 at the center of the original city layout. It is said to be built as a charm to ward off a deadly epidemic raging at that time. Four graceful minarets soar to a height of 48.7 m above the ground. Charminar has 45 prayer spaces and a mosque in it. Visitors can view the architectural splendor inside the Charminar. The monument is illuminated in the evenings and a pedestrianization project around the monument is under implementation. Mecca Masjid: A two hundred yards southwest of the Charminar is the Mecca Masjid, so named because the bricks were brought from Mecca to build the central arch. The Qutb Shahis never finished the building of the mosque, which was completed by Aurangzeb in 1694. Laad Baazar: This is famous, colourful shopping center of the old city, tucked away in one of the streets leading off from Charminar. Bridal wear, Pearls and the traditional Hyderabadi glass and stone studded bangles are sold here.

	2. Golconda Fort
	Ph: 23512401 Visiting Hours: 9:30 am to 4:30 pm on all days except on Friday’s since it remains closed on that day.
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 Yadava dynasty of Deogiri and the Kakatiyas of Warangal. Golconda was originally a mud fort, which passed to the Bahmani dynasty and later to the Qutb Shahis, who held it from 1518 to 1687 A.D. The first three Qutub Shahi kings rebuilt Golconda, over a span of 62 years. The fort is famous for its acoustics, palaces, ingenious water supply system and the famous Fateh Rahben gun, one of the cannons used in the last siege of Golconda by Aurangzeb, to whom the fort ultimately fell. Sound & Light Show at Golconda Fort:  Ph: 23512401 The glorious past of Golconda Fort is narrated effectively with matchless Sound and Light effects. The unique Sound & Light Show takes you right back in time, when Golconda was full of life, glory and grandeur. Qutub Shahi Tombs: The tombs of the legendary Qutub Shahi kings lie about a kilo metre away from Banjara Darwaza of the Golconda Fort. Planned and built by the Qutub Shahis themselves, these tombs are said to be the oldest historical monuments in Hyderabad. They form a large group and stand on a raised platform. The tombs are built in Persian, Pathan and Hindu architectural styles using grey granite, with stucco ornamentation, the only one of its kind in the world where an entire dynasty has been buried at one place.

	3. Taramati Baradari
	Ph: 23520172 Visiting Hours: 8 am – 9.30 pm
Taramati Baradari is located at Ibrahimbagh, on the Osman Sagar (Gandipet) Road, close to Golconda. The complex is spread over a sprawling 7-acre area amidst lush green environs with the backdrop of the famed Golconda Fort. The heritage monument built by the Seventh Sultan of Golconda is accessed from the complex. With two fully equipped theatres, Taramati Baradari Culture Village is the perfect venue for music concerts, performing arts, social events etc. The Baradari illuminated in dynamic lighting forms the backdrop of all activities.

	4. Birla Mandir (Venkateswara Temple)
	Ph: 23233259 Visiting Hours: 7:00 am – 12:00 pm
This white marble temple of Lord Venkateshwara floats on the city skyline, on Kala Pahad. The idol in the temple is a replica of the one at Tirumala Tirupati. Birla Planetarium:  Ph: 23241067 Birla Planetarium is India’s most modern planetarium and first of its kind in the country. It is equipped with advanced technology from Japan and is built on Naubat Pahad adjacent to Kala Pahad. And the Science Museum stands tribute to the advancement achieved by Science and Technology.

	5. Salar Jung Museum
	Ph: 24523211 Visiting Hours: 10 am – 5 pm (Friday Closed)
This museum houses one of the biggest one-man collections of antiques of the world by Mir Yousuf Ali Khan, Salar Jung III. The objects d’art include Persian carpets, Moghal miniatures, Chinese porcelain, Japanese lacquerware, famous statues including the Veiled Rebecca and Marguerite and Mephistopheles, a superb collection of jade, daggers belonging to Queen Noor Jahan and the Emperors Jahangir and Shah Jahan, Aurangzeb’s sword and many other fabulous items.
	6. AP State Archaeological Museum
	Ph: 23234942 Visiting Hours: 10.30 am – 5 pm (Friday Closed)
A visit to the Andhra Pradesh State Archaeological Museum is a delight for art lovers. Located in the picturesque Public Gardens, the museum boasts of one of the richest repositories of antiques and art objects in the country. Built in 1920 by the Nizam VII, the museum building itself is a fine example of Indo-Saracenic architecture. The museum contains a Buddhist gallery, Brahmanical & Jain gallery, Bronze gallery, Arms & Armour gallery, Numismatics gallery, Ajanta gallery and more. Adjacent to the State Museum is the Contemporary Art Museum. Public Gardens: Hyderabad has several beautiful gardens, one of the most popular being the Public Gardens, which also encloses the State Legislature, State Archaeological Museum, Jubilee Hall, Jawahar Bal Bhavan and Telugu Lalita Kala Thoranam, an open-air theatre.

	7. Nehru Zoological Park
	Ph: 24477355 Visiting Hours: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (Monday Closed)
Spanning 300 lush green acres, the Nehru Zoological Park is a must for nature lovers. It has over 250 species of animals and birds, most of which are kept in conditions as close to their natural habitats as possible. This is the first zoo to create moated enclosures for animals. The Lion Safari Park, Natural History Museum and Children’s Train are the added attractions. Mir Alam Tank: Mir Alam Tank is a large lake adjacent to Nehru Zoological Park. AP Tourism operates boats on the lake, for which one has to enter through the Zoo.

	8. Shilparamam (The Arts & Crafts Village)
	Ph: 23100455 Visiting Hours: 10.30 am to 8.30 pm Entry Ticket Fee: Adults - Rs.40, Children - Rs.20
Another attraction at Madhapur besides Hi-tec city in Hyderabad is the 30-acre village, which showcases arts and crafts of the country. India is an ocean of various arts and crafts but the talent of most of the artisans and artists goes unrecognized. To encourage them and give the necessary boost to their art, the crafts village hosts annual bazaars, where artists and artisans from all over the country exhibit their talent.
	9. Hitec City
One of the modern monuments of trade and technology, it embodies the newfound attitude of Hyderabad and today finds a place of pride.  Situated on the outskirts of the city, it is the nucleus of Cyberabad, the IT destination in this part of the world. Cyber Towers is the main building here.

	10. Hussainsagar Lake
Excavated in 1562 A.D. by Hussain Shah Wali during the time of Ibrahim Quli Qutub Shah, the lake has a promenade that is a busy thoroughfare today. Boating and water sports are a regular feature in the Hussainsagar. One of the World’s tallest monolithic statues of the Buddha stands on the ‘Rock of Gibraltar’, in the middle of the lake. Added to all these, AP Tourism has additional boating facilities like speed boats, motor boats, 48 seater launch etc. Starlit dinner on-board and private parties also can be arranged on the Launch. Surroundings of Hussainsagar Lake provide marvellous entertainment options like NTR Gardens, Necklace Road, Tank Bund, Prasads Multiplex, Lumbini Park, Sanjeevaiah Park etc.,

	11. The Nizam‘S Silver Jubilee Museum
	Ph: 23555072
The stately Purani Haveli, the palace acquired around the year 1750 by the second Nizam, is now converted into a museum with a fascinating collection. The museum exhibits the gifts and mementos presented to the last Nizam on the occasion of the silver jubilee celebrations in 1937. A 1930 Rolls Royce, Packard and a Mark V Jaguar are among the vintage cars displayed. There is an interesting collection of models made in silver of all the prominent buildings of the city and citations in Urdu about H.E.H. Mir Osman Ali Khan, gold burnished wooden throne used for the silver jubilee celebrations, gold tiffin box inlaid with diamonds, and a gold model of Jubilee Pavilion.

	12. Chow Mohalla Palace
	Ph: Visiting Hours:
Built in several phases by the Nizams between 1857-1869, this is now one of the heritage buildings. The complex comprises four palaces in Moghal and European styles, of which the main palace is double storeyed with the others being single-storeyed blocks.

	13. Durgam Cheruvu
	Ph: 23110523 Visiting Hours: 9 am – 8.30 pm
The ‘Secret Lake’ is situated close to Shilparamam Crafts Village and Hitec City, behind Jubilee Hills. AP Tourism organizes boating in the lake. ‘Something Fishy’, a bar at Secret Lake (Durgam Cheruvu)

	14. Chilkur Balaji Temple
	Timings: Mon - Sun 05:00am - 8:00pm.
The Balaji Temple is located at Chilkur in the Hyderabad district. It is 33 Kms away from Mehdipatnam. Approximately 75,000 to 1,00,000 devotees visit in a week. Generally temple gets heavy rush on Saturdays and Sundays. Set in sylvan surroundings, the temple attracts thousands of pilgrims every year and is an ideal place for sequestered retreat and meditation.

	15. KBR National Park
	Ph: 23607663 Visiting Hours: 6AM to 6PM
One of the largest parks within the city KBR National Park is a Southern tropical deciduous forest and the last vestigial representative of the endemic flora of Hyderabad region, with over 100 species of birds, 20 species of reptiles and 15 species of butterflies.

	16. Mrugavani National Park
Located at Chilkur, 25 km. from Hyderabad, the park contains the endemic flora of Hyderabad and is an urban refuge for small mammals like wildboar, jungle cat etc. and birds.

	17. Mahavir Harina Vanasthali National Park
Located 15 Km. from Hyderabad, the park has more than 350 black bucks, 400 cheetals and a number of wild boars, small mammals, reptiles and over 100 species of birds.

	18. Hyderabad Botanical Gardens
	Opening Hours: Mon - Sun 09:00am - 8:00pm
The first Botanical Gardens in Andhra Pradesh, spread over 120 acres. Already open to public is the first phase, with the completion of some sections. The sections include medicinal plants, timber trees, fruit trees, ornamental plants, aquatic plants and bamboos. The Park has been designed to have large water bodies, Rolling Meadows, natural forests, rich grasslands and exquisite rock formations. Botanical Gardens Botanical Garden of Hyderabad is also one of the interesting sightseeing places in Hyderabad offering a refreshing setting and rich flora. Having been developed by the Forest Departments, Botanical Garden is situated in Madhapur near the Hi-tech City which is almost 16 km away from centre of the city. The land for botanical garden has been allotted in in the Kothaguda Reserve Forest for the purpose of preserving natural flora and fauna. Spread across an area of 120 acres, this garden is consisted of 19 Vanams or sectors. It first was opened with 5 sectors constituting of various kinds of flora such as medicinal plants, ornamental plants, fruit and timber trees, bamboos, palm trees along with wide variety of aquatic plants. The park has been designed beautifully with water bodies complementing the lush greenery of the place. This garden was created with the objective of generating awareness among masses about the varied species of flora along with offering an ideal place to relax and enjoy the bliss of naturally beautiful surroundings. It is a perfect place to spend few refreshing moments away from the pollution and chaos of the cities. It also act as stock-house for plants which are later used for researches and other scientific purposes.     Botanical garden boasts of more than 600 varied species of plants. The garden is bestowed with dense flora with a few sparsely grown areas for visitors’ walking. Along with its vast flora variety, it also attracts many birds and insects, which further enhances the natural charm of this garden. Bamboo sector is the major attraction of the garden. All the bamboo trees have specific signboard with the scientific name and generic name of the trees. Another popular sector of the Botanical Garden is the Palm sector. Variety of flowers such as yellow and purple, blue Salvia, red Roselia and many more makes the place all the more attractive and picturesque. Along with meadows, it was created with ample of space for water bodies and natural rock formations as well. Many people visit to relax and spend some time amid the refreshing nature, away from pollution and noise of vehicles of the city roads. Garden management also conducts natural camps for groups which offer a guided tour of the garden along with nature walks, bird watching, etc. There are also interactive sessions on the natural habitat and flora during these camps. Golconda fort is the nearest tourist place that you can visit from botanical gardens. With a minimal entry fee, one can enjoy the mesmerizing setting of the garden for as long as he or she wants. The entry fee of botanical garden is only Rs.10 per person. Opening timings of botanical garden is from 9 am to 8 pm. There is ample of parking space. Inside the garden, there are benches along with facility of drinking water and cafeteria. If you are wondering about the Botanical garden address then you need not as it is easily accessible via road. To reach here, you can travel via Gachibowli Miyapur highway which is near Madhapur. There are buses too from Secunderabad to Kondapur.

	19. Osmansagar Lake
Osmansagar, better known as Gandipet, on the outskirts of Hyderabad is an excellent picnic spot. Osmansagar is one of the two lakes on the city’s periphery that supplies drinking water to the great metropolis. The lake is a reservoir created by a dam across the Isa, a tributary of the River Musi. Abutting the lake and the bund are lush gardens that provide the ideal ambience for an outing. Overlooking the lake is the heritage building, Sagar Mahal, built as a resort by the Nizam of Hyderabad and converted now into a lake resort managed by AP Tourism.

	20. Shamirpet
Located 24 km to the north of Secunderabad, Shamirpet has a beautiful lake and a deer park. Its peaceful environs make it a great picnic spot. AP Tourism offers comfortable cottage facilities for accommodation, while the forest lodges can be booked with the AP Forest Department office at Saifabad.

21. Sri Ramakrishna Math

 

Ramakrishna Math in Domalguda, Hyderabad

It is a foremost a religious monastic order and considered to be part of the Hindu reform movement. Ramakrishna Math was set up by Swami Vivekananda to follow the teachings of Sri Ramakrishna. The Math is headquartered at Belur Math, it also has Advaita Ashrama branches at Mayavati, near Almora and in Kolkata. The organization has number of centres in India and abroad. You can find Ramakrishna Math in India at Andra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Jammu & Kashmir, Delhi, Gujarat and Jharkhand, among others. Its centres are also present in various foreign countries, which include United States of America, South Africa, Sri Lanka, United Kingdom and others. Ramakrishna math in Hyderabad was established in 1922 and the present site covers an area of eight acres and is quite extensive. It was given to the Math on lease for 99 years by the Government of Andhra Pradesh.

The organization was built by Sri Ramakrishna, the great 19th century saint of Bengal, who is today regarded as the prophet of the modern age. Ramakrishna Math is a monastic organization for men and sets in motion a non-sectarian and universal spiritual movement. The organization came into existence in the year 1904. The centre was initially known as ‘Ramakrishna Mission Institute’ which was later changed to ‘Ramakrishna Ashrama’ in 1910.

In April 1999, the Ashram was renamed as ‘Ramakrishna Math’. The emblem of Ramakrishna Math was designed by Swami Vivekananda. The emblem symbolizes harmony and synthesis for reverential meditation in this present age of conflict and disharmony.

Services of Ramakrishna Math Hyderabad

The Ashram’s library has about 18,000 titles and a good collection of spiritual discourses on CDs. Apart from general books, the library has an exhaustive collection on Hinduism, Ramakrishna-Vivekananda Literature, Life & Work of Great Saints, Literature on Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, Philosophy, Social Sciences, Psychology & Mental Science, Literature, Ayurveda & other Alternative Medicine, World History & Indian History, Biographies of Saints, Sages, Freedom fighters, and Great Scientists and Great Personalities of the world.

The Ashram conducts regular Spiritual Retreats. As a part of their charitable service around 150-200 poor and needy person are fed daily lunch. The Ashram also runs a Bala Narayana Seva, where financially challenged kids are given free nutritious breakfast and are also taught good samskaras or habits. Through their program called Sarada Vidya Dana Kendram children up to standard X are given free tuitions every day. Apart from the studies the children are taught good samskaras (habits and attitudes) for their general personal development.

For Ramakrishna math Hyderabad address look up their website www.rkmath.org.

22. Jagannath Temple

  

Timings: All days of the week

6:00 AM - 11:00 AM

5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Address: Kalinga Cultural Trust, Beside Telangana Bhavan, Road No 12, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500034, India

The Jagannath Temple in Hyderabad, India is a modern temple built by the Oriya community of the city of Hyderabad dedicated to the Hindu God Jagannath. The temple located near Banjara hills Road no.12 (twelve) in Hyderabad is famous for its annual Rathyatra festival attended by thousands of devotees. Jagannath means Lord of the Universe. The temple which was constructed during 2009 recently lies in Chandrayangutta.

Features

It is said that this is a replica of original Jagannath Temple of Puri (Orissa) in context of design. The most attracting portion of this temple is its "Shikhara" (the peak/top) measuring around 70 feet in height. The red color of the temple is due to the usage of sand stone (around 600 tonnes were brought from Orissa which is being used to build this whole architecture) and around 60 stone carvers got the blessing to carve this temple. There are shrines dedicated to Lakshmi, along with Shiva, Ganesh, Hanuman and Navagrahas. The amorous sculptures are also found to represent the innermost feelings of human being and this explains to keep them outside the temple always while entering. The sanctum sanctorum houses Lord Jagannath along with his siblings, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra.
  

23. Ramoji Film City

Entry Fee

800 per person for General Guided Tour for Adults without Food
700 per child for General Guided Tour for Children (3-12 years) without Food)
1,799 per person for Ramoji Star Experience for Adults with Food
1,499 per child for Ramoji Star Experience for Children (3-12 years) with Food

Timings

Entry from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM only.

All days of the week

9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

  TOLL FREE NO. 1800 4250 9999

The Ramoji Film City (Telugu: రామోజీ ఫిలిం సిటీ) in India is located in Anajpur village, Hayathnagar Mandal in Hyderabad, Telangana. At 1666 acres, It is the largest integrated film city in the world.

It is also a popular tourism and recreation centre, containing both natural and artificial attractions including an amusement park. The Outer Ring Road Phase 2 has acquired lands at the entrance and is set to intersect the city.

Ramoji Film City was established by Indian film producer Ramoji Rao, head of Ramoji Group, in 1996. The facility has been certified by Guinness World Records as the world’s largest film studio complex.

The studio has produced films in a number of languages, including Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi, Bengali and international film industries.

24. NTR Garden

Timings: 2.30 pm - 9 pm

Open on all days

Entry: Rs.20 for adults; Rs.10 for children

Photography: Rs.30 for camera; Rs.65 for camcorder

NTR Gardens is a small public, urban park of 36 acres (0.15 km²; 0.056 sq mi) adjacent to Hussain Sagar lake in Hyderabad, India. Constructed in several phases since 1999, the area that is predominantly a park is geographically located in the centre of the city, and is close to other tourist attractions such as Birla Mandir, Necklace Road and Lumbini Park. It maintained by the Buddha Purnima Project Authority that functions under the directives of the Government of Telangana.

In 1999, a land of 5 acres (20,000 m²) from a 55-acre (220,000 m²) plot was utilized for erecting a memorial for N. T. Rama Rao, the former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. It was inaugarated by Chandrababu Naidu. It was planned to further expand this area, which has since been referred to as NTR Gardens, by constructing a museum about N. T. Rama Rao. This memorial was a part of the Buddha Purnima Project that was being handled by Hyderabad Urban Development Authority (HUDA) for the beautification and development of the Hussain Sagar lake and its surroundings as a major tourist attraction.

In 2000, the Government of Andhra Pradesh expressed its plans to develop this area with several projects such the NTR Gardens itself, a rock garden and an IMAX theatre. Few days later, a government official firstly said that the rock garden will be taken up by Dubai-based NRIs at a cost of Rs.27 crores. Secondly the IMAX theatre project, which was said to cost Rs.52 crore was allotted to a private firm. Both these projects were to be executed in the same 55-acre (220,000 m²) plot which housed the memorial. 

25. Lumbini Park

Entry Fee

10 per person Entry Ticket
50 per person for Speed Boating (Adults / Children)
40 per person for boating (Adults / Children)
50 per person for LASER show

Timings

All days of the week except Monday

9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Visit Duration

Around 3 to 4 hours

Lumbini Park is a small public, urban park of 7.5 acres (0.030 km2; 0.0117 sq mi) adjacent to Hussain Sagar in Hyderabad, India. Since it is located in the center of the city and is in close proximity to other tourist attractions, such as Birla Mandir and Necklace Road, it attracts many visitors throughout the year. Constructed in 1994, the park is maintained by the Buddha Purnima Project Authority that functions under the directives of the Government of Andhra Pradesh. In 2007, it was one of the targets of the 25 August 2007 Hyderabad bombings that killed 44 people.

In 1994, Lumbini Park was constructed at a cost of INR 2.35 crores on 5 acres (0.020 km2; 0.0078 sq mi) of land adjacent to Hussain Sagar. In 2000, the Buddha Purnima Project Authority (BPPA) was established to maintain specially designated development areas in Hyderabad. Among tourist attractions such as Necklace Road and NTR Gardens, Lumbini Park is being maintained by BPPA.[2] To enhance the inflow of visitors, it constructed additional facilities for laser auditorium, boating facilities among other visually appealing features such as gardens and musical fountains.

26. Tank Bund

The Tank Bund Road runs between Hyderabad and Secunderabad, Telangana, India. The Tank Bund dams Hussain Sagar Lake on the eastern side and connects the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. It has become an attraction with 33 statues of famous people of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana erected by N.T. Rama Rao, former chief minister of Andhra Pradesh.

The Pakistan Patton tank, now an attraction for visitors to the Tank Bund Road, is a War Trophy given to the 54th Infantry Division, and is one that the Indian Army had disabled during the Battle of Basantar in Pakistan, between December 15-17, 1971.

Gardens at Tank Bund

Parallel to the Tank Bund Road, the Lower Tank Bund road was built to reduce traffic congestion. This lower Tank Bund road is heralded by the famous and very popular Katta Maisamma temple, the sprawling green Indira Park, Bharat Sevashram Sangha was established in 1917 by the Illustrious patriot saint Yugacharya Srimat Swami Pranavanandaji Maharaj in Bajitpur village in Bangladesh, here in Hyderabad came to being in 1956 at Domalguda. But this preimse at the Lower Tank Bund which is named as Bharat Sevashram Sangha Marg foundation stone laid by Sri M. R. Sham Rao, the then Mayor of Hyderabad on 9 June in 1965. 

27. Snow World

Price

450 per person Adult (4ft 6inch & above)
250 per person Child (2ft to 4ft 6inch)
300 per person College (above 10th class)
250 per person School (upto 10th class)

Timings: All days of the week

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (1st Session)
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM (2nd Session)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (3rd Session)
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM (4th Session)
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (5th Session)
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM (6th Session)
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM (7th Session)

Snow World is an amusement park located in Hyderabad, Telangana (India) within an area of about 2 acres (0.81 ha). Located beside Indira Park and along the Hussain Sagar lake, the park was inaugurated on 28 January 2004.

Ocean Park Multitech Ltd. took the 2 acres (0.81 ha) plot on a 33-year lease from the Government of Andhra Pradesh at the rate of 3.6 million (US$57,000) per year. The lease amount was to go up by 5% every year. Constructed at a cost of 20 million (US$310,000), the 17,000 square feet (1,600 m²) facility was designed by Nitish Roy, a well-known Indian art director, production designer and architect. The facility, which was built in collaboration with the local tourism department, is India's first and the biggest in the world and was only the third such snow park after the ones in Malaysia and Singapore.
On 28 January 2004, the then Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the facility. Though it was not intended to be open for visitors on that day, some of them ventured into the facility. They experienced giddiness for inhaling excess nitrogen in the air, which is used to produce snow.

28. Jalavihar 

Timing

The park is opened on all days from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Best time to visit

Best time to visit water parks is during summer season, and for dry parks winter is the best.
Jalavihar is a waterpark located in Hyderabad, Telengana (India) within an area of about 12.5 acres (5.1 ha). Located beside Sanjeevaiah Park and along the Hussain Sagar lake, the park was inaugurated on 20 May 2007.

R. J. Rao, a non-resident Indian, and a group of individuals funded the 220 million (US$3.5 million) in a public-private partnership model with the local tourism department. The department sanctioned a land of 12.5 acres (5.1 ha) on the Necklace Road abutting the Hussain Sagar lake for this project.
Although the land was allotted by the local government headed by N. Chandrababu Naidu in 2000, the work was stalled because of problems with land encroachment and ownership.^[2] Further to this, a probe was initiated by the local government on the method of allocation of projects. India's apex court gave the go ahead to the project in mid-2006 on the basis of sanction of the local pollution control board and the regional high court.

Because of the profitability of public-private partnership model such as this one, the local government proposed to continued the trend in 2010.

The 18,000 square feet (1,700 m²) wave pool, the largest in the country, can accommodate about 1,000 people at a time. The constructed area comprised only 10% of the total area of the park. Proper fencing was provided along the park to prevent littering around the Hussain Sagar lake. The park consists of two main zones – entertainment and party. The entertainment zone has water sports, wave pool, dry rides, mini train and food courts. The party zone contains open lawns that can accommodate about 2,000 people

               

29. Indira Park

  Address: Lower Tank Bund, Domalguda, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500029

  Hours:

8:30 am – 7:30 pm

Indira Park is a public greenspace and park in the heart of Hyderabad, India. The park is managed by the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority. It is located in Domalguda, a residential locality which lies along the Hussain Sagar lake. The park contains an award-winning rock garden designed by a commissioner of customs and excise duty.

In 2001, the civic authorities of Hyderabad planned to construct a rock garden inside the park. Besides the garden, which was to be constructed over an area of 2 acres (0.81 ha), other recreational facilities were planned to be set up. A man-made desert and purification of the lake within the park so as to enable a boating facility were also be to taken up. These new plans were to assist the park in its promotion as a tourist destination. Subrata Basu, the then local commissioner of customs and excise duty, had earlier succeeded with a similar rock sanctuary in Shilparamam, an arts and handicrafts village near Hyderabad. In 2002, the rock garden was readied as per the ideas of Basu's designs. While explaining his zeal in design the garden, Basu said that the natural rock formations were in danger from real estate developers. He only wished to preserve them. In the same year, the local government honored Basu's contribution with an award.

Sandalwood trees are spread across the park's interiors. Though the sandalwood is inferior in its quality as compared to trees growing in other regions, the bark could be used as firewood and can also be used as an ingredient in cosmetics products.

The park has been a center of agitations by various strata of the society since early 2000. Rallies or sit-ins have been organized towards achieving goals by dalit rights groups, auto rickshaws unions, students and teachers, political leaders, and others. On an average, three such rallies are given permission by the local authorities.

Due to these rallies, normal life has been affected. Mainly school children, college students and medical emergencies get affected because of the traffic that is caused by people congregating for these rallies. Though the local police designs a plan for the participants, their inability to control their movement results in traffic jams. Due to this infamy, the local media satirically proposed new names such as Dharna Chowk, "Dharnagunj" and "Dharnaguda" to Domalguda, the area that houses the park. Despite a ban on such rallies in the arterial routes of the city, the local police remained ineffective in enforcing this.

30. Sanghi Temple

Sanghi Temple, located at Sanghi Nagar in Telangana in India, is about 35 km from Hyderabad city. The sacred Raja Gopuram, which is very tall, can be seen from several kilometers away.
The temple complex is located on the top of Paramanand Giri hill, which attracts a number of devotees who seek the gods' blessings. The beauty of the slope around the temple is a popular view among its visitors. As you approach the Paramanand Giri, the gateway, or Maha Dwaram, welcomes the visitors. As you further proceed, the stone elephant is seen at the stairway. There are three Gopurams seen at the foot of the hillock which are so tall and seem as if touching the heavens. On the top of the temple complex, one can see the shrine of Lord Anjaneya, the son of Anjana devi and Wind God, who is believed to shower his blessings to his devotees.

The temple is constructed in South Indian style of temple architecture and houses all important Hindu God idols. It is a favorite getaway point for the Hyderabadis as well as a popular tourist spot. The idol of Venkateshwara inside the sanctum sanctorum is 9-½ ft tall.

There are small temples inside the complex dedicated to Padmavati, Shiva, Rama, Anjaneya, Ganesha, Navagrahas, Goddess Ashtalakshimi, Durga and Kartikeya. There is also a Pavitra Vanam, or holy garden, in the temple complex where special leaves and flowers are grown for performing poojas. The temple opens at 5.00 a.m. For one hour, Suprabhatam is recited, followed by Archana to the deities from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. General darshan for the devotees is allowed from 8.30 a.m. to 10.30 a.m. and again from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Poojas and Sevas are held between 6 p.m. and 8 pm. The temple remains closed between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. and after 8 p.m. Weekly Abhishekam is performed to the deities between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. (Sri Ramalingeshwara (Mondays), Sri Hanuman (Tuesdays), Sri Venkateshwara, Ashtalakshmi, Parvathi, Padmavathi and Rama(Fridays).

Timings of Sanghi Temple 08.00 a.m. to 08.00 p.m. break b/w 1pm to 4pm on all days except notified public holidays. Other attractions of Sanghi Temple Cultural Film shows on all weekends in the afternoon. 

31. Peddamma Temple

Peddamma Gudi Temple Timings:
– Weekdays – 6.00 AM to 1.00 PM and 3:00 PM to 8:00PM
– Sundays – 6:00AM to 8:30PM

Address:
Peddamma Gudi, Road No. 55, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad - 500033

Contact Numbers: 040-23544592, 040-23607284

Peddamma temple is an Hindu temple located at Jubilee Hills in Hyderabad. It is very famous during the festive season of Bonaalu.

The word "Peddamma", which consists of two separate words Pedda and Amma, literally mean 'Mother of Mothers' or "The Supreme Mother". She is one of the 11 forms of Village Deities and is known as The Supreme most.

The Temple is a must-visit during the Bonaalu festival which occurs during June–July every year. People offer their prayers and sacrifices to The Mother round the year, and The Mother is known to shower her blessings on each and every devotee who offers her prayers.

The two mega events of this goddess namely Mahotsavam and Rathotsavam will be celebrated in February.

Among all the important religious sites in Hyderabad, there’s one with an intriguing history- Peddamma Gudi. The unusual bit of the story is that it’s believed to be in existence since 150 years. In the year 1993, the temple was actually noticed in a big way and the construction of Rajagopuram was completed and then became one of the tourist spots of Hyderabad. Peddamma Temple is developed by our beloved Telangana leader P. Janardhan Reddy (known as PJR and the ex-MLA of Khairatabad) with special personal care.

32. Ujjaini Mahakali Temple

Temple Opening:

6.00 am - 12.00 pm
4.00 pm - 9.00 pm

Friday
6.00 am - 1.00 pm
4.00 pm - 10.00 pm

Temple Telephone Number

040 - 27814744, 040 - 66174744
For Web Site Feedback and Suggestions Mail to: jay@sriujjainimahakalimatha.org
Contact: 9346517195

Sri Ujjaini Mahakali Temple is a temple in Hyderabad at Secunderabad area in Telangana which is 191 years old. Devotees offer prayers to the goddess every day. In particular, Lakhs of devotees in Ashada Jathara pray on principal days, which fall on Sunday and Monday.

It is also popular during the festival of Bonalu.

In the year 1813, a Military Battalion in which one Suriti Appaiah, a Doli Bearer was transferred to Ujjaini.  At the time Cholera broke out in a virulent firm, and thousands of people died.  Suriti Appaiah and his associates went to Mahakali Devasthanam at Ujjaini and prayed that if the people are saved from the epidemic, they would install the idol of Mahakali, Secunderabad.

Accordingly after return from Ujjaini, Sri Suriti Appaiah and his associates have installed the idol of Goddess Mahakali made of wood at Secunderabad in July 1815.

During construction of sanctum sanctorum a stone idol named as Manikyalamma was found and that the said idol was also installed besides Sri Mahakali Ammavaru.

In the year 1964, a stone idol of Goddess Mahakali was installed.  Later on Sri Suriti Appaiah with the help of Philanthropic persons has developed the Devasthanam.  Subsequently Endowments Department has taken over the Management of the Devasthanam.  Sri Suriti Krishna the great grandson of the Founder has been recognized as Member of the Founder’s Family who is also taking keen interest for the proper Management of the Devasthanam.

The Ujjaini Mahakali Devasthanam is published U/s.6(a)(ii) of the Act 30 of 1987 (30/87) and it is under the administration control of the Commissioner, Endowments Department, Hyderabad.

One Sri Ammanabolu Nagabhushanam a philanthropic devotees and prominent businessmen of Secunderabad constructed Kalyana Mandapam by the side of the Devasthanam.  Several devotees have been contributing for the development of the Devasthanam.  By such contribution a Rudrakshe Mandapam made of Silver has been arranged in Garbhalayam.  The Garbhalaya Dwaram is covered by ornamental Silver Sheets, etc.,

There are several oldest temples in Andhra Pradesh in which exist famous goddess temples like “Kanakadurga“ at Vijayawada , ”Bhadrakali” at Warrangal etc. “Sri Ujjaini Mahakali” temple in Telangana region at Secunderabad which is 191 years old. It is visited and prayers offered to the goddess by unending large number of devotees every day in general and in particularly  thousands of devotees in Ashada jathara on principal days which falls on Sunday and Monday. There is no doubt about granting the wishes of devotees by the goddess and devotees fulfilling the vows.

The goddess Ujjain Mahakali sits in a Padmasana posture with four hands with sword, spear,  damaru, vessel of amrut, is a beautiful stone idol. It is said by some people that this idol was brought from Ujjain. This idol is covered and fixed with vendi kavacham(silver shield). By the side of Sri Ujjain Mahakali is the goddess of “Manikyaladevi”.

There are no historical records about the existence of this temple. This temple is a symbol of devotion of Shri Suriti Appaiah garu resident of secunderabad as Shri Rama temple at Bhadrachalam is symbol of devotee Bhakta Ramdas of those days.

Shri Suriti Appaiah garu was working in the military in the year 1813.A.D. Shri Suriti Appaiah along with others(Army bearers) was sent to Ujjain as mason. Everyday Shri Appaiah garu  visited Mahankali goddess temple and prayed her with utmost devotion during the entire period of his stay at Ujjain.

Shri Appaiah garu became an ardent devotee of the powerful goddess at Ujjain.On one day he has prostrated at her feet and offered prayers expressing gratitude for success of their mission to Ujjain and for showing the way for return journey, also prayed in many respects and expressed his wish that her idol will be installed at Secunderabad for offering prayers for ever. All of them returned to Secunderabad from Ujjain after the goddess felt happy and blessed Shri Appaiah garu for his selfless devotion. She also bestowed  kind ness on him.

In the month of July 1815, Shri Appaiah garu installed a idol made of wood at the place where the present temple is existing and conducting pujas. He built the walls around the idol and constructed a small temple named “Ujjain Mahankali” temple.

It is said that in those olden days this place was inhabited by trees, insects, rocks and lakes. There was a big well and when repairs were being carried out by digging an idol named “Manikyalamma” was found. The same idol can be seen today in the sanctorum  of the temple towards Ujjaini Mahankali’s right side. In the year 1864 A.D Shri Appaiah garu replaced wooden idol and installed the two idols of “Mahankali” and “Mnikyalamma” as per the Hindu sastras and relevant pujas. Later,  Shri Sanjivaiah the son of Shri Surirti Appaiah  garu collected some amount in his village along with his friends got constructed the mandapam in the year 1900 A.D. Shri Laxmaiah (mesthri and representing of army bearer) son of Shri Sanjivaiah collected some amount and constructed  few shops alongside the temple entrance as a source of income. In the year 1914 A.D Shri Kistaiah  son of Shri Laxmaiah formed a committee to conduct daily pujas and archanas by appointing a brahman(Shri Ogirala Subbaiah garu). Sons of Shri Kistaiah and Chikoti Chandraiah garu, prominent vysyas and their family members continued their efforts for the development of Shri Ujjaini Mahankali temple. In the year 1947 A.D the  endowment department of the then state government constituted a committee and arranged a Brahman, Shri Yendapalli Venkataramaiah for the purpose of conducting rituals to the goddess.

In the year 1953 A.D endowment department of the then state  government arranged board of trustees though the first founder was Shri Appaiah garu, there is a saying that family members of the army bearers also involved in the establishment of the Ujjaini Mahankali temple. The chairman, president, committee members honorary secretary etc are making necessary efforts to develop the temple further. 

33. Yellamma Temple, Balkampet, Hyderabad

Timings: Daily 6.00 AM to 1.00 PM and 3:00 PM to 8:00PM

Address: Balkampet Yellamma Temple, Balkumpet, Hyderabad – 500018

Contact Number: 040-2370 4311

The temple of “Sri Ellamma” is considered to be existing from 15th century AD has taken its present form in 1919AD and “Ellamma” means mother to all.

The idol of Sri Ellamma lies 10 feet beneath the ground level (cellar). The well behind Sri Ellamma devotees believe that a bath with this water cures all skin diseases and epidemics. This water is taken as “Theertham”.

To the south of this temple, the “Pochamma” idol was installed and “She” is the ruler of this sacred land or place. Sri Ellamma is also known as Bala Tripura Sundari, Bala and Balakamba. It is believed that Ellamma is Kaliyuga Avatar of Sri Chinna Mastha Devi whose upasana is one in Dasamaha Vidya of Tantsopasana. She is also believed to be Renuka Devi, mother of Lord Parasurama.

As advised by his Holiness, Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peerathipalli Sri Chandrashekharendra Saraswathi Swamy, “Akhanda Jyothi” is lit by Sri Virupaksha Shankaracharya Swamy. One can have “Akhanda Jyothi” darshan on entering the “Garbha Gudi”. The renovation and rebuilding of the temple has taken place in the year 1983. 

34. Karmanghat Hanuman Temple

 Temple Timings:

– Daily 6:00 AM to 12:00PM and 4:00 to 8:00PM.
– On Tuesdays and Saturdays – 5:30 AM to 1.00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Address: Inner Ring Rd, Padma Nagar Colony, Opp Chandra Gardens, Saroor Nagar Mandal, Karmanghat, Hyderabad 500079. Contact Number: 040-24073141

Karmanghat Hanuman Temple is located at Karman ghat, closer to Sagar Ring Road, it is a temple of Lord Hanuman. It is one of the oldest temples in the city.

It was built in the 12th century A.D (approximately 1143). When a Kakatiya king went hunting and was resting under a tree, he heard the chanting of Lord Rama's name. Wondering who it was in the middle of a dense forest, he discovered a stone idol of Lord Hanuman, in seated posture and the voice coming from the vigraha. Having paid his respects, he returned to his capital, and that night, Lord appeared in his dream and asked him to construct a temple.

The temple was built immediately and successive kings ruled it well. About 400 years later, Aurangzeb sent out his armies to all corners of the country for further expansion of Mughal Empire. At this temple, the army couldn't even step close to the compound wall. When the general reported this to Aurangzeb, he himself went with a crow bar to break down the temple. At the threshold of the temple, he heard a deafening roar rumblning like thunder, and the crowbar slipped from his hands as he was shaking in fear. Then he heard a voice in the heavens "Mandir todna hai rajan, to kar man ghat" (translation: "if u want to break down the temple king, then make your heart stronger") which is why the place got the name kar-man-ghat.

And to this day, Lord Anjaneya sits peacefully meditating and blessing devotees, as Dhyana Anjaneya Swamy. And after some years it upgraded

35. Tadbund Hanuman temple

 Darshan Timings

   Daily (Except Tuesday & Saturday)             

                          Morning          5-00 AM to 11-30 AM

                          Evening           4-00 PM to 8-30 PM

                       

   Tuesday          Morning          4-00 AM to 12-00 Noon

                          Evening           4-00 PM to 9-00 PM

                       

   Saturday         Morning          4-00 AM to Night 12-30 AM

   Saturday and Tuesday Abishekam Timings

   Abishekam   Morning                      4-00 AM

  Followed by Sindhura Alankaram and Vishwaroopa Alankaram

   Other Week Days Abishekam           Morning          5-00 AM

This Famous Temple popularly known as "SRI TADBUND VEERANJANEYA SWAMY DEVASTHANAM” is situated on the main road between Bowenpally and Sikh Village Secunderabad. Andhra Pradesh. The presiding Deity of Lord "Sri Veeranjaneya Swamy” in the temple is a self existent (Swayam bhoo) image on the sacred rock. The temple has a big spacious Mukhamandapam hall with Granite Grabhalayam, Vimana Gopuram and Maharaja Gopuram. Many people from various places come to the Temple to perform Mandala pradakshinas and Mandala Abhishekam for 40 days. These devotees prefer to stay in the temple premises for 40 days and perform pradakshinas and poojas. For the convenience of these devotees choultries were built. With the strenuous efforts of the devotees, life members and temple committee the temple has developed day by day with all amenities and facilities like choultries, Kalyanamandapam, Kitchen and dining hall etc. The Temple has celebrated its Silver Jubilee, Golden Jubilee and Diamond Jubilee celebrations. Many devotees visit the Temple every day. Thousands of devotees visit the temple especially on Tuesdays and Saturdays for Sri Vari Sandarshanam. Accordingly prasadam is being distributed to all the devotees who visit the Temple on these days from morning till night. The temple committee has made elaborate arrangements for the convenience of devotees who visit the temple not only from twin cities but from all over the country.

36. Ashtalakshmi Temple, Hyderabad

Address: No.52-55, Vasavi Colony, Ramakrishnapuram, Kothapet, Hyderabad, Telangana 500035

Phone: 040 2403 0888

Hours:  6:00 am – 9:00 pm

Ashtalakshmi Temple is a popular Hindu temple of Goddesses Ashtalakshmi in Hyderabad, India. This magnificent temple dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi stands distinctly on the outskirts of the city. Amidst the varied Islamic architectural monuments in the area, this temple has a different style — a touch of south Indian architecture.

Among the Hindu pantheon, the Goddess of wealth, Lakshmi, finds a special place in the hearts of the people for she brings prosperity and happiness as well as salvation. But very few temples have Goddess Lakshmi in her eight splendorous forms.

Built under the auspices of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam, the temple was consecrated in April 1996. It is one of its kind in the state of Andhra Pradesh. This temple is located between Dilsukh Nagar and LB Nagar, in Vasavi Colony near Kothapet (NH 9).

The design and architecture of the Ashtalakshmi temple was borrowed from the one at Chennai. However, several modifications were made while the construction was initiated. The Ashtalakshmi temple is a fine example of a collective endeavor. People from many quarters came forward to donate liberally. It took five years of non-stop work and a total expenditure of Rs 10 million for the magnificent Ashtalakshmi temple to take its present form.

The well-known architect, Padmashri S.M. Ganapati Sthapathi, and M. Mathiyalagan Sthapathi conceived the structure and design. About 134 vigrahams (idols) of lesser-known gods adorn the mahagopuram.

Although built of sand and cement, the Ashtalakshmi temple reveals the remarkable dexterity of the artists. Installed inside are idols of Adilakshmi, Aishwaryalakshmi, Santanalakshmi, Dhanalakshmi, Dhanyalakshmi, Gajalakshmi, Vijayalakshmi and Varalakshmi. Depicting these eight postures, the idols are adorned with gold and kasula Peru necklace and other necklaces. If one is all praise for the richly ornamented idols inside the temple, one is equally agog to see the intricately carved designs on the temple gopuram.

Proposals are in the offing to construct a two-storeyed Kalyana Mandapam at a cost of Rs 15 million and an Archaka nilayam residential quarters for the priests.

The nightly illumination of this enchanting temple is spectacular. Viewed from a distance, it looks like it's made from marble. And on approaching the temple entrance, one is captivated by the tranquility of the surroundings and the all-pervading sweet fragrance of the incense.

37. Sai Baba Temple, Dilsukhnagar

 Address: Sai Baba Temple Road, Dilsukhnagar, Hyderabad, Telangana 500060.

Timings: 4:30 am – 9:30 pm

Sai Baba Temple is a Hindu temple of Sai Baba located in Dilsukhnagar, Hyderabad, India. It is one of the most popular temples in Hyderabad.

The temple has become popular since the 1990s, especially on Thursdays. Date Build: 1980.
Everyday harathi poojas are performed in the mornings and evenings, for which huge turnout of devotees is witnessed. 

38. Keesaragutta Temple

Timings: All days of the week

6:00 AM - 1:00 PM

4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Keesaragutta Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Siva and his consorts Bhavani and Sivadurga at Keesaragutta in Rangareddy district. It is about 40 km from Hyderabad and 10 km from ECIL. It is located on a small hillock. The temple draws thousands of devotees on Shivaratri.

Legend has it that Sri Rama installed the Siva lingam here to atone for the sin of killing Ravana, a Brahman. He selected this beautiful valley surrounded by hills and verdant greenery for the purpose and ordered Hanuman to bring a Sivlingam from Varanasi. Hanuman was late in arriving with the Siva lingam and as the auspicious hour was nearing, Lord Siva himself appeared before Sri Rama and presented a Sivilingam for installation. Hence the lingam in the temple is called Swayambhu Linga. It is also called Ramalingeswara as lord Sri Rama had installed the lingam.

Hanuman returned with 101 lingams for selection from Varanasi and felt aggrieved at not having his lingam installed. Hence he threw them all over the area. Even to this day several lingams are found scattered all over the place outside the temple.

To mollify Hanuman, Sri Rama ordained that precedence would be given to him for worship at the temple. He also said that the hillock where the lingam was installed would bear his name kesarigiri i.e., Hanuman, the son of Kesari. Over a period of time, it has colloquially transformed and is now known as Keesara and the hill as Keesaragutta. Ever since, the rituals follow the command of Sri Rama.

 

Archaeological Excavations

Exploration and Excavations were conducted by the archaeological department in the surroundings of Keesaragutta Temple. Many Remnants of Brick structures and Shiva Lingas were found on the Hill north of the temple and a slopy Hillock near the water resource. The remnants belonged to Vishnukundin Empire reign. Fortification walls, Yaga shala and Prayer hall's were excavated here. Some Vestige remnants and rock cut cisterns were found on the hills as an indication of Jainism and Buddhism Flourished contemporarily. On October 18 2014, twelve idols of Jain Tirthankara dating back to the 4th-5th century were found near the temple steps at a depth of one foot which proves that Jainism co-existed along with Hinduism at Keesaragutta during the time of Vishnukundins in 4-5th century.

39. Sri Ranganatha Temple

Sri Ranganatha Temple (375 Yrs Old)

Gandhichervu, Hayathnagar, Hyderabad Gandhichervu was a big village in dense forest in the past years. One day few Saints were passing through Koheda (a place in Hayathnagar) Hanuman temple.

Lord Sri Ranganatha sat on a hill and called them, he said to saints that I am in a nearby Snakes nest. Sri Ranganatha ordered them to takeout Him from the nest and perform rituals. Saints informed this to the Patwaris (head of the villages in olden times). Patwaris thought that they are saints and they ignored their words. On the same day Sri Ranganatha had appeared in their dreams and whipped them severely. Later in the morning they started searching for these saints, at last they found them and requested to show the place where Sri Rangantha can be found. Saints and Patwaris went to that Snakes Nest which was of 25fts. They moved Sri Ranganatha's Idol from nest and placed the Idol on a bullock cart with the help of the villagers. Saints started prayers and requests to Pravu Sri Ranganatha to select the place where He wants to be established permanently. Bullock cart started from Koheda and stopped at Gandhichervu gutta. Saints and people have established Him on the present hill top. Grand celebration takes place at this temple on every Vaikunta Ekadashi and Sri Rama Navami. 

40. Chitragupta Swamy Temple

Rajanna Bowli, Hyderabad District, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500002, India

The 200 years old Chitragupta Swamy Temple in Hyderabad is dedicated to Lord Chitragupta, the ‘kula devatha' of Kayasths. Those who do not know, Chitragupta is the chief accountant and aide of Yama, the God of Death according to Hindu religion. The original idols in the temple are still intact; however, some of the procession idols made out of panchloha (iron of five kinds) were stolen some time back. People in large numbers visit the temple hoping to clear their doshas (rough translation: wrongdoings). Also known as Chitragupta Mahadeva Devalayam locally, Chitragupta temple in Hyderabad is surely worth a visit because of its uniqueness and the amazing history, more of which can be heard from the local priests anytime during your visit. 

41. Hayat Bakshi Mosque

Hayat Bakshi Mosque also Hayat Bakshi Begum Masjid or Hayathnagar Grand Mosque is a mosque located in Hayathnagar, near Hyderabad, India. It was constructed in 1672 during the reign of Abdullah Qutb Shah the fifth Sultan of Golconda.

Structure and architecture

The Mosque is built in typical Qutub Shahi architecture; with the Sarai, a rest house for the weary travelers. The façade features five arches, two minarets as well as a frieze and parapet which runs around the twelve-sided arcaded galleries protruding from the corner minarets. The prayer hall is set on a raised platform. Toward the eastern side of the platform and below the mosque is an ablution tank. The large complex occupies nearly 5 acres. The caravan sarai (rest house) is a 150 m by 130 m courtyard. This guest house is said to have 130 rooms. Hathi Bawli (meaning well of elephant), is a very large well on the north-east of the mosque.

Controversy

In May 2009, the archaeology and museums department requested permission from the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) to tear down 20 structures abutting the Hayat Bakshi Begum Mosque in violation of the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act of 1960.

42. Sanjeevaiah Park 

Rose garden, Sanjeeviah park

      

Indian flag in Sanjeeviah park

Sanjeevaiah Park is a public greenspace and park in the heart of Hyderabad, India. Built on 92 acres (37 ha) along the banks of Hussain Sagar lake, the park is named after Damodaram Sanjivayya, an erstwhile Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. The park is managed by the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority. The park won the Best Open Landscape Award during the 2010 Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage award presentations.

The Buddha Purnima Project Authority (BPPA), an agency responsible for the beautification and the upkeep of the areas surrounding the Hussain Sagar lake under Hyderabad Urban Development Authority, planned for several new recreational facilities for public access in 2004. A 2.4 kilometres (1.5 mi) aerial tramway connecting this park to Lumbini Park, which is located on the other side of the Hussain Sagar lake, was planned. Water sports, amusement park and water slides were also the planned activities at the park. A few years later, this proposal by BPPA to convert the park into a recreational area was deemed to be harmful to the park's ecosystem. A study conducted by the regional wildlife advisory board highlighted the need to protect the several species of flora and fauna in the park.

In 2010, Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) came up with a new proposal for the park's development. While retaining all the environmental aspects of the park, the agency proposed a plan without construction of any concrete structures. Besides water sports, so as to utilise the huge waterfront, the proposal mooted night illumination, water and energy conservation measures. From their allotted budget of 130 million (US$1.9 million) for the lake development, a part of it was to be utilised if this proposal were to be agreed upon by the local government.
Shortly thereafter, solar lighting was installed at the park. Additionally, HMDA also showcased sculptures made from recycled material as a part of its Hyderabad Eco Art Project initiative. Further to this, BPPA also enforced a ban on usage and littering of plastic in several areas including this park. Necessary awareness activities were started to educate the citizens about the hazards of plastic. 

43. Priyadarshini Park

PriyaDarshini Park is located adjacent to Saroornagar Lake in Hyderabad, India.  Though PriyaDarshini Park is not an important point of interest to the visitors from outside of the state or cities, it has got a lot of visitors who stay in the near vicinity of the park to provide a beautiful evening walk and nature touch from the busy city life. PriyaDarshini Lake is also known by its name Saroornagar Park as its located close to Saroornagar Lake and it’s also fall in the demographic of Saroornagar. People also refer this by the name Mini Tank Bund as it replicates Lumini Park and Hussain Sagar. This park is in existence since 2006.

PriyaDarshini Park is spread over an area of 5 acres near to Saroornagar Lake and it’s located on Gaddianaram to LB Nagar connecting road. As you know the Saroornagar lake is a man-made lake spread over an area of 180 acres which was constructed in 1626 for the purpose of drinking water storage and for agricultural needs to the farmers.

This park has got a lot of features like landscapes which was amazing to see and pass by, sculptures of different varieties but not too many, lawns for the people to sit and relax, a variety of gardens spread on a small areas. Just at the northern end of the park there still exists water sewerage treatment plant in order to purify the water of Saroornagar Lake. If it’s a lovely day, I would prefer to have self-paddle boat which can be used for 20 minutes to enjoy the lake but mechanized boat and speedy boats are just take a round at the lake within 10 minutes. You would see a Que in the evening hours here for the eager people to take a ride.

It also features a small children park with equipment’s like A to B climber, Rocket Elephant, Climber, SeeSaw, Kinder garden, SS Slide, Merry Go Round, Jungle Jim and Swing. Apart from that it has got a lovely canteen with food like cool drinks, chips and a little of bakery items.

It was also got boating facility with self-paddle boat priced at Rs 25 per head, mechanized boats priced at Rs 30 per head and speedy boat priced at Rs 50 per head. This has been the recent addition along with ‘Giri Cricket Championship’ in which you would be provided to bat for three overs through self-bowling machines with a price of Rs 30 per head. If you score well then there was some surprise gifts for you but those score can be beaten.

PriyaDarshini Park Timings
With an entry fee of Rs 5 per head you can enjoy the beautiful lake side view through the PriyaDarshini Park. It is open from 9 Am to 12 Pm in the morning and from 4 Pm to 8 Pm in the evening on weekdays. On weekend it’s open from 9 Am to 12 Pm in the morning and from 3 Pm to 9 Pm in the evening.

To sum it up, Saroornagar Park or Priyadarshini Park it’s a perfect choice for a quick visit for the people who want to have a lovely evening in the near vicinity.

 

44. Krishna Kanth Park

 

Krishna Kanth Park is one of the major city level parks located close to Yousufguda. It is spread over 22 acres and is under the control of central zone in the GHMC limits.

The park is a perfect place to relax and rejoice amidst nature with abundance of greenery, rich vegetation, flowers and medicinal herbs; the beautiful landscape retains its charm all the year. 

For nature enthusiasts, the park is a real delight as one can enjoy different birds and exotic flowers that add colour to its beauty. Besides, one can feel the serenity in its environs and spend some quality time in isolation.

There is a special section in the park, which is used by scientists and researchers for carrying out their experiments. The park remains open daily from 5 am to 9 pm. The entry is free for morning walkers from 5 am to 8 am. Apart from this, the entry fee for adults is Rs 5 adults and Re 1 for children. Entry is free to senior citizens.

TSRTC buses are available to all parts of the city. The Secunderabad Railway Station is 15 km away and the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is 35 km away.

   

History:

The park was opened to public in  February 2004 and was inaugurated by former Chief Minister of AP, during the period of Teegala Krishna Reddy as Mayor of the City. The park was named after Krishna Kanth, former Vice-president of India and former Governor of Andhra Pradesh, who laid the foundation stone of the park.

45. Sri Rama Chandra Temple - Ammapalli

 

Distance (From Hyderabad - Nampally Railway Station): 30 Kms

Visited From: Hyderabad - Nampally Railway Station

Trip Duration (Including Travel): 2-3 Hours

Place Location: 5 Kms From Shamshabad

Transportation Options: Bus / Cab / Auto

At a distance of 30 km from Hyderabad and 5 km from Shamshabad Bus Stop, Sri Rama Chandra Swamy Temple of Ammapally is a very ancient Temple and famous for film shootings. This is also one of the most visited among Hyderabad tourist places.

The Rama temple was built by Vengi kings in 13th century but the idol was 1000 years old. The temple is adorned with a large seven-story tower which is quite famous among Telugu movie fans. There is a large image of Lord Vishnu is sleeping posture above the gateway of the tower.

The tower is followed by the main temple with a large corridor around the temple. The Idols of Rama, Sita and Laxmana and its Makara Thoranam are beautifully formed from single black rock. Anjaneya, usually accompanying Lord Rama, is not seen in the garbhagriha. Instead, Anjaneya Swamy idol is placed near the Dwaja Sthambam facing Sri Rama.

There is a large temple pond which is very ancient. The pond is surrounded by porticos and once it provided shelter to the pilgrims. The surroundings of the pond are filled with coconut trees. There is a mandapa opposite to the temple.

Tollywood film industry loves Ammapalli Temple and they believe that movies recorded here would become hits with the blessings of Sri Sita Rama Swamy.

Sri Rama Navami is celebrated with great passion at this temple every year (Apr).

In order to reach the temple from Hyderabad city (via Mehdipatnam), one has to take right turn at Shamshabad Begumpet junction and drive for 5 kms. If you take ORR, take Shamshabad / Airport exit, driver towards Shamshabad town and take left turn at Bus Stop junction. The temple is situated towards left side close to the main road.

Timings: 6 AM - 1 PM and 4 PM - 7 PM.


46. Mini Shilparamam

A ‘Mini Shilparamam’, along the lines of the bigger and more renowned crafts village at Madhapur, was launched on the eastern side of the city, at Uppal, here on Saturday.

The crafts village, featuring various stalls resembling rural atmosphere, an amphitheatre, food courts, children’s play areas, high mast lights, water fall, landscaping, and different kinds of artefacts, has been developed by HMDA in association with Shilparamam authorities, a press release informed.

The HMDA has handed over 7.5 acres of land adjacent to the Musi river to the Special Officer, Shilparamam, along with ₹5 crore in two instalments, for this purpose, the note said.

A total of 50 stalls are available for allotment to the registered original handloom and handicrafts artisans on rotation basis, it said.

There will be a variety of programmes in the amphitheatre representing Indian culture, on every Saturday and Sunday and on public holidays. The village will be open for visitors between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. on week days, and between 11 a.m. and 8.30 p.m. on weekends.

Entry ticket is priced at ₹20 for an adult and ₹10 for a child below 12 years of age. Parking will be charged separately, the note said.