Introduction :

Being one of the ancient monuments of India, Qutub Shahi Tombs is a must to visit place at Hyderabad. This hoary tombs are a living testimonies of our ancestor’s peerless craftsmanship. This colossal tomb is a fine piece of art that cannot be replicated once again. Qutub Shahi tomb comprises of tombs of seven Qutub Shahi rulers.

Speciality

This ancient monument allures every visitors through its impeccable architecture and minute carvings. This tomb is built beautifully built in the blend of Persian and Indian architectural styles. Each tombs are built in a unique way representing Hindu, Pathan, Deccan as well as Persian styles.

Qutub Shahi Tombs, is located at the distance of 850 metres away from the Banjara Darwaza. This tomb is considered to be one of the oldest tombs in India and so lots of tourists visit this place every day. The entrance of this tomb is built in Indo-Saracenic style of architecture. Other ornamentations of the tomb symbolises Islamic architecture.

Even during those ancient times, the interiors of the tomb are built meticulously with false ceilings, ornamental parapets and minarets

What can you experience?

These tombs are built by Qutub Shahis and later renovated by Salar Jung III, Mir Yousuf Ali Khan in the 19th century. The whole momuents is built of grey marble. Pointed arched that are 9-15 metres high adore all sides of the tomb. The structural beauty of this tomb is truly amazing. Like the Paigah tomb this tomb is also built for the royals. This tomb has now become the venue of Deccan festival which is commemorated by the State government every year, adjacent to this tomb is ‘Ibrahim Bagh’ garden which is yet another famous tourist attraction of Hyderabad.

Best time to visit

Qutub shahi tombs is open for the public on all days except on Friday, from 9.30 am to 4.30 pm. The entry fee for this tomb is Rs 10 for adults and Rs 5 for kids

Way to reach

 By Air - Hyderabad owns an international Airport which is one of the busiest airports in India. Flight service are there to other nations and also within India. There are lots of frequency for flights to Chennai, Bangalore, Delhi and Mumbai.

 By Rail - Hyderabad railway station is well connected to cities all across India. The city has three main railway stations Hyderabad Railway Station, Secunderabad Railway Station and Kachiguda Railway Station are the three important points to board trains for different locations. All stations has lots of train frequency to major cities across India.

 By Road - Busses to cities like Chennai, Bangalore, Tirupathi, and Mumbai are available all day. Hyderabad is well connected to other parts of India through national highways. From main bus station of Hyderabad there are lot of public transports to this palace.