Charminar

This imposing gateway lies in the heart of Hyderabad’s Old City, and is now the city’s best-known symbol. It was built by Mohammad Quli Qutub Shah in 1591 to commemorate the end of a plague in the city. The name refers to its four beautiful minarets, which rise to a height of 20 metres above the roof. These are supported by four arches which enclose the piazza below. There is a mosque on the second floor, the oldest in the city. To explore the surrounding area, take the guided heritage walk organised by Andhra Pradesh Tourism, every Sunday morning.