South India Travel --› About Andhra Pradesh --› Andhra Pradesh Monuments

Andhra Pradesh Monuments

Charminar, Hyderabad
The Charminar is as much the signature of Hyderabad as the Taj Mahal is of Agra or the Eiffel Tower is of Paris.

Bhongir Fort, Bhongir
This fort is located upon a single hill at Bhongir. More than 500 feet high and spread over an area of 40 acres, the fort was considered practically impregnable by invading armies.

Chandragiri Fort, Chandragiri
Chandragiri was the later capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. The forts and Mahals at the place are attractions for tourists.

Asman Garh Palace, Hyderabad
The palace was designed and built by Sir Osman Jah, a noble belonging to the Paigah family and one time Prime Minister of Hyderabad State.

Golconda Fort, Hyderabad
Golconda is one of the famous forts of India. The name originates from the Telugu words "Golla Konda" meaning "Shepherd's Hill".

Falaknuma Palace, Hyderabad
Falaknuma Palace is situated in Falaknuma, about 4 km South of Charminar. It stands on a hill overlooking the city of Hyderabad. It is a magnificent palace.

Legislative Assembly, Hyderabad
Built in 1913, the building was originally the Hyderabad State Town hall. The architecture is a synthesis of Rajasthani and Persian styles, with an all white, aesthetic look.

Osmania University, Hyderabad
Established in 1918, it is one of the oldest universities in India. Named after Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan, the university buildings are splendid, especially the Arts College building which is a perfect.

Purani Haveli, Hyderabad
Purani Haveli is situated to the South east of Afzal Gunj Bridge near Dewandevdi. This is also a building based on Western architecture and noted for its cultural and historical background.

Paigah Tombs, Hyderabad
There are many tombs of several generations of the Paigah nobles including Asman Jah, Viqar-ul-Umara and Shams-ul-Umara.