There is always something special about Hyderabad that attracts hordes of tourists each and every year. This city is also referred to as the �City of Nizams� and now it occupies an esteemed position among the most developing cities of India. A thriving IT hub after Bangalore, its rich culture and heritage has remained untouched of the industrial growth and it gets apparent from the historic architectures and various historic sites that have been preserved and visited by numerous tourists each and every year. Before you set out on a trip to Hyderabad, know little bit about Hyderabad as it would be quite beneficial for those who are traveling for the first time.

Fast Facts

Population	:	67, 62,214
Altitude	:	537 metres above the sea level
Languages	:	Telugu, Urdu and English
Best time to visit	:	October to February
STD Code	:	040

History

The history of Hyderabad is full of interesting episodes and political turmoil. This ancint city was founded by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, a ruler of Qutb Shahi dynasty, founded the city of Hyderabad that was located on the banks of the Musi River in the year 1591. The famous iconic monument Charminar was also built here under his rule. It gradually became a center of diamond trade and the efforts of Qutb Shah, contributed to the promotion and development of Indo-Persian and Islamic literature and tradition in Hyderabad. It was in the 16th century that this city grew became the capital of the Qutb Shahi rulers.

The fate of Hyderabad declined as and when it came under the Mughal rule in the year 1687. Thereafter, Asaf Jahi dynasty ruled Hyderabad until a year after India's gained independence from the Britain. It greatly prospered under the rule of the Nizams and later after the independence, on September 17, 1948, a year after India�s independence, the Nizam signed the Instrument of Accession to the Indian Union declaring Hyderabad as a part of India.

Best Season, Climate and Clothing

Hyderabad can best be visited from October to February owing to pleasant climatic conditions.

There are innumerable places to visit in Hyderabad and you are definitely going to enjoy your vacations in this magnificent town.

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