Taj Falaknuma Palace

The former residence of the Nizam of Hyderabad, this palatial Taj hotel is located in a sprawling 32 acre estate of gardens and fountains. The name Falaknuma means 'mirror of the sky', a reference to its hilly location. Perched at a height of 2,000 feet above Hyderabad, it offers panoramic views of the city. Although it was originally commissioned by Nawab Vikar Ul-Umra, the Prime Minister of Hyderabad, it also caught the fancy of the seventh Nizam and was taken over by him in 1895.
The hotel has 60 plush rooms, while its regal interiors have chandeliers, stained glass windows, antique furniture, marble staircases, statues and murals. Book-lovers must check out the Palace Library’s collection of rare manuscripts and books. Dining highlights include Adaa restaurant for traditional Hyderabadi fare and Celeste for Italian and Mediterranean food. Guests can also sample dishes from the royal kitchen, with the programs such as ‘Shikhar ka Khaana’ and ‘Shahi Dastarkhaan’. Don’t forget to take the heritage walk organised by the hotel, which guides you through the palace’s history.

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