Itinerary

1. Hyderabad Walking Excursion

   • You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning or afternoon to start the program. 
   • Drive to the Madina building and step down at Badshahi Ashurkhana. This is the most spectacular and one of the oldest Ashurkhana in the world. This is a place of mourning for Shia Muslims, constructed in memory of the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, built by Mohammed Quli Qutb Shah, the founder of Hyderabad, in 1593 with high-quality colourful Mosaics from Persia.
   • Then, learn about N’aal, an Arabic word which means a metallic piece which covers the nose and forehead of a soldier. It is attached to Khud, the armour cap. The Naal of Hazrat Imam Hussain was broken during the battle of Karbala. Passing through several hands, it came to Bijapur during the reign of Yusuf Adil Shah, it was sent from Bijapur to Golconda, along with the Asnads (Certificates) to Ibrahim Qutub Shah. Before Hyderabad city came into existence the Naal was kept in the shape of Arabic Allah as a part of an Alam and it used to be covered with sandal paste and installed in Golconda. As mentioned in the Gulzar-e-Asafia, after the construction of the city of Hyderabad, the Naal Mubarak was shifted to a portion of the Royal Palace known as Ilahi Mahal near Char Kaman. This is the current location where the Alam is installed every year.
   • Next, proceed to Mir Alam Mandi, one of the big vegetable markets in the old city of Hyderabad where we can see Dry fish shops, Meat shops, snacks shops, Spice shops, Pickle shops, Pan shops, etc. You can enter one of the old Irani Galli where you can see Alam Makers and have a chance to chat with them.
   • Further, continue to Char bagh or Char suka ka Houz. This place is where you can see the Proper City Plan of Hyderabad. We will Stand in the center of the city at Gulzar house to explore the city plan of Iran Grid plan of Hyderabad city with Char Kaman (literally "meaning four gates") are four historical structures in Hyderabad, India. It is located near Charminar. 
   • Afterwards, head to Charminar (lit. 'four minarets'), constructed in 1591, a monument located in Hyderabad. The landmark has become known globally as a symbol of Hyderabad and is listed among the most recognised structures in India. It has also been officially incorporated as the Emblem of Telangana The Charminar's long history includes the existence of a mosque on its top floor for more than 425 years. While both historically and religiously significant, it is also known for its popular and busy local markets surrounding the structure and has become one of the most frequented tourist attractions in Hyderabad.

   Tour ends.