Explore and discover Hyderabad, the ‘City of Nawabs’ or the‘City of Charminar’ like never before!Join the walk from State Central Library to the City College anywhere between 10am to 5pm and get acquainted with Hyderabad’s bygone era. Accompanied with a certified guide, this 2 hours walk brings out the best of the city’s eternal vibrancy and grandeurs.
Starting from the State Central Library, the tour offers you an insight of its timeless collection and golden history. Established in 1891, this public library houses around 500,000 books and rare palm-leaf manuscripts which holds a testimony to India’s rich cultural heritage and culture. Post this, head towards the Musi River and enjoy the surreal ambience along the riverbanks.
Strolling around the riverbanks, visit the nearby Afzal Gunj Gurudwara and attain spiritual sanctity amidst the pleasant hymns of the gurubanis. The Afzal Gunj Masjid that lies close to the gurudwara is next on the list. Intricate architecture and pious ambience of the masjid adds more the spiritual solace and tranquillity of mind.
Moving further, visit Osmania General Hospital and the historic Tamarind tree. Known as the saviour of nearly 150 lives during the Musi River flooding, this tamarind tree has been standing tall since hundreds of years. Pass across the Afzalgunj Bridge for an enchanting view of the riverfront as you move towards the Victoria Maternity Hospital. The walk then takes you towards Hyderabad High Court and finally concludes on your arrival at the City College.
Embark on the walking trail of Charminar to Badshahi Ashurkhana and get acquainted with the stunning beauty and golden history of Hyderabad. Within the 2 hours of this tour that starts between 10am and 5pm, the visitors can witness some of the major landmarks of the city.
Starting with a delightful walk around Charminar and the nearby market places, the trail heads toward the Jame Masjid which is known for its stunning architecture and simple whitewashed appearance. After a lively visit to this historic mosque, walk towards the Char Kama that serves as the entrance to the Charminar and Mecca Masjid.
Post this visit the Sher-e-batil Kaman, which serves as the gateway to the palace that outlooks a river. The Kali Kaman, the northern gateway was originally known as the Nagarkhana-e-Shahi and Machlli Kaman can be visited after Sher-e-batil Kaman.
Also, walk towards the Phatter Gatti, which was originally built as a part of the city’s improvement scheme after the flood. With a visit to the Diwan Devdi or the residence if the Nizam’s prime minister and Badshahi Ashurkhana, one of the most sacred building for the Shia Muslims, this delightful walking tour comes to an end.