Hyderabad, the capital city of Andhra Pradesh is a bustling 400 year old metropolis which was once the seat of the Nizams of Hyderabad. This the fifth largest city of India was founded in the late 16th Century AD and formed a part of the Mughal Empire during the reign of Aurangzeb. The city stands on the banks of the river Musi and is famous for the Hussain Sagar Lake. The city has a rich historic culture and tradition. Mostly Muslim culture is found in this region because of the predominance of Muslim rule in this region for several years. We at Touristplacesinindia.com provide you with complete information on all that you want to know about Tourist sites near Hyderabad.

This metropolis in Andhra Pradesh is well accessible by air, roads and railways. There is an International Airport at Hyderabad, known as Begampet Airport. Major flight operators operate from Indian as well as International destinations to this airport. The main railhead is also at Hyderabad. The railway stations and the airport are easy of access from the city centre by private cars, auto rickshaws and buses. Some of the major tourist sites near Hyderabad include:

Charminar: This wonderful monument was built in the 16th Century AD by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah to commemorate the eradication of plague in the city. It is a square structure with four towers each at one corner and is situated in the heart of the old city.

Mecca Masjid: The construction of the mosque was started by Muhammed Quli Qutb Shah in 1617 and was completed in 1694 by Aurangzeb. It is one of the largest and most beautiful mosques in India and can house about ten thousand worshippers at a time.

Birla Planetarium: It is located on a panoramic hillock of Naubat Pahad and is a tribute to the advances in science in Science and Technology in the region.

Qutb Shahi tombs: These tombs are about a kilometer from the Golkunda Fort and are domed structures built on square base surrounded by pointed arches.

Salar Jung Museum: This museum has a prized collection of different civilization and is the third largest museum in India.

Other important tourist destinations in Hyderabad include the Birla Mandir, Qutb Shahi tombs, Hussain Sagar, Jama Masjid, St. Joseph�s Cathedral, St. Mary�s Church, and the Nehru Zoological Park.

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