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CHARMINAR

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

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One of the most popular historical monuments in Hyderabad, the Charminar was built by Mohammed Quli Qutub Shah in the year 1951. Made of granite and lime mortar, the structure depicts the indo Arabian architecture.It is this monument which has come to symbolize the city of Hyderabad. The monument consists of four minarets which stand tall as the examples of the regal antiquity that the place possesses. Now surrounded by shops all around, the Charminar is a famous tourist spot in the city too.

Interesting Facts

  • The four pillars around Charminar represent the four caliphs. These pillars or minars are 48.7 meters high. These are four storied, with each floor divided by intricately carved rings that surround it.
  • On the top floor of Chaminar there is a mosque which is believed to be the oldest mosque of Hyderabad city. There are 45 prayer spaces or musallah. Attached to these is the open space which can be used to accommodate more number of people on occasions like Friday prayers or festival.

Suggested time duration

1 Hour

Crowded Period

Daily

Best Season To Visit

October to March

Do's & Dont's

  • Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
  • Do not consume liquor.

Architecture

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Timings

Day Start Time End Time Adult Entry Fee Child Entry Fee
All Days
 09:30 AM 05:30 PM 5 5
  • Foreigner Adult Fee : 100 Foreigner Child Fee : 100

Transport Connections

Name Distance Contact Number
Charminar Bus Station
350 MTRS 040-30102829
Dabirpura Railway Station
2.4 KM 139
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
17.4 KM 040-66546370

What to Carry

  • Carry water bottle.

Suitable For

Adults Elderly Children Infants

Facilities

Toilets Restaurants

Parking

Parking is available for 10 Cars.

Nearest Town

Town Name Distance
Hyderabad 3.5 KM

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CHARMINAR

Charminar, Charminar Road, Char Kaman, Ghansi Bazaar, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

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