MY HYDERABAD I have been a part of this 400 years old historic city of Charminar for the last 40 years. A true mulki, I have grown very fond of this city and haveimbibedits cultures and values. Hyderabad is a mix of fast paced corporate life to the old nawabinafasat. You can create your own pace of life and mix with the locals from all walks of life. A walk down the busy street of Banjara Hills and you can come across people from all regions, community and classes. With MehmoodHindi widely spoken, a tourist would not feel out of place shopping or travelling here. The warmth and simplicity of the people is endearing and their hospitality is unmatched in India. Hyderabad is blessed with great weather most of the time of the year. The hilly cityscapes with its delicately balanced rock formations are a delight to nature lovers. My relatives, friends and acquaintances planning to visit Hyderabad often call me for same information about thecity so that in a short time they can experience the best of Hyderabad. So here is a humble attempt to share my favorite places in the city to shop, to eat, to visit, to worship. Hyderabad offers much more than what is listed below but keeping in mind the time factor for a tourist, here are a few of my favorite places. 1) For lovers of history a must see 2) Places of worship 3) Places to stay 4) My favorite eating joints 5) Street food and hyderabadi specialty food 6) Jewellers 7) Rich hyderabadi textiles 8) Hyderabad designers 9) Boutiques
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MY HYDERABAD
I have been a part of this 400 years old historic city of Charminar for the last 40 years. A true mulki, I have grown very fond of this city and haveimbibedits cultures and values. Hyderabad is a mix of fast paced corporate life to the old nawabinafasat. You can create your own pace of life and mix with the locals from all walks of life. A walk down the busy street of Banjara Hills and you can come across people from all regions, community and classes. With MehmoodHindi widely spoken, a tourist would not feel out of place shopping or travelling here.
The warmth and simplicity of the people is endearing and their hospitality is unmatched in India. Hyderabad is blessed with great weather most of the time of the year. The hilly cityscapes with its delicately balanced rock formations are a delight to nature lovers.
My relatives, friends and acquaintances planning to visit Hyderabad often call me for same information about thecity so that in a short time they can experience the best of Hyderabad.
So here is a humble attempt to share my favorite places in the city to shop, to eat, to visit, to worship. Hyderabad offers much more than what is listed below but keeping in mind the time factor for a tourist, here are a few of my favorite places.
1) For lovers of history a must see2) Places of worship3) Places to stay4) My favorite eating joints5) Street food and hyderabadi specialty food 6) Jewellers7) Rich hyderabadi textiles8) Hyderabad designers9) Boutiques10) Miscellaneous: hyderabad services &specialtis11) Andhra artist fraternity12) My medical support system
1) For Lovers Of History A Must See
CharminarMohammad QuliQutub Shah, the founder of Hyderabad, built Charminar in 1591. It was a set to have been built as a charm to ward off a deadly epidemic raging at that time. Located in the old city of Hyderabad, Charminar stands tall with four graceful minerates, 45 prayer spaces and a mosque in it.
Salarjung Museum This museum houses one of the biggest one man collections of decorative arts and antiques by Mir Yousuf Ali Khan, Salar Jung III. The museum is well renowned for their collection of calligraphy. My personal favorite are the white marbled statue of the Veiled Rebecca, the wooden two sided statue of Marguerite and Mephistopheles, Jade collection, the textile room and the big fat clock. Location: Old CityTime: 10AM-5PM (Friday closed)Phone No: 040 24523211/12/13
Chowmahalla PalaceThis complex comprises of four palaces in Mughal and European styles. This is now one of the heritage buildings. The places to see are silver Durbar Hall, textile exhibition at AftabMahal and vintage car exhibition Location: 10am – 5pm (Friday close)
Golconda Fort The name of famous Golconda Fort originates from the Telegu Word “GollaKonda” which means Shepherd’s Hill. It was originally a mud fort. The fort was famous for its acoustics, palaces, ingenious water supply system. You should not miss the sound and light show in the evening that narrates both in English and Hindi, the glorious history of the Fort.Location: 11 km from the center of Hyderabad Ph No: 040 23512401, 040 23453036Show Timings English: 7pm-8pm from March to October (every day of the week)6.30pm-7.30pm from November to February (every day of the week)Show Timings Hindi: 8.15pm-9.15pm from March to October (Tue, Thurs, Sat, Sun), 7.45pm-8.45pm from November to February
Paigah TombsIt is a confluence of Mughal and Rajasthani styles of architecture. The predominant material used was lime, granite, bricks and wood. It houses the tombof Paigah family Location: Old city, 10 km from Charminar
Ramoji Film City Created on a sprawling 1500 acres with 60 gardens, it is a dream world created for the celluloid. Visitors can have conducted tours of the film sets. It has become a popular choice for destination weddings. Ph. No: 09346 346 346, 093927 33355E-mail:[email protected]
Indian School Of Business (ISB)A beautiful campus spread over 300 acres, it is a premier business institution in India. The school has collaboration with Wharton Business School, Kellogg Business School and London Business School. The main building has a Turkish architecture made up of red dholpurstone. The four towers in every student village are represents the four minarets of Charminar. Location: Gachibowli, outskirts of HyderabadPh No: 040 23007000, 040 23187417
Transporation in Hyderabad:
Meru Cabs: 040 44224422
Dot Cab: 040 24242424
2) Places Of Worship
Srisailam Temple city
Located on the South Bank of river Krishna is the temple housing one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in the country called the BrahrabmbhaMallikarjuna Temple. This ancient Kshetra of India is located 235km away from Hyderabad and the driving time is between 4-5 hours. If you start early in the morning, you could do the darshan and be back the same day. If you want to do the morning arti, you could stay at Harita Hotel (Ph No: 08524288311).
Birla TempleThis white marble temple of Venkateshwara, floats on the city skyline on Kala Paahad. It houses an idol which is the replica of one at Tirupati.
ChilkurBalaji Temple
Famously known as the Visa Temple, it houses the deity of Shree BalajiVenkateshwara. It is believed that if you do 108 parikrama, your wishes are fulfilled. It is a 500 years old temple built for the followers of BhaktaRamdas. It is situated at Chilkur near HimmayatSagar at Gandipet.
Sri Jagganath Temple
A replica of the Jagganathji temple in Puri, it is made by the Kalinga Cultural Trust. It is next to TelenganaBhavan in Banjara Hills.
3)Places To Stay:
Falaknuma Palace HotelBuilt by VikarulUmraBahadur, a Paigah noble, this palace has now been converted into a heritage hotel. With an Italian and an Indian restaurant, this is a connoisseur’s delight. A prior booking is must to visit the hotel. Walk-ins to the hotel is not favored. Ph No: 040 66298585
Park Hyatt HyderabadAn elegant 7 star hotel located in the heart of the city at Banjara Hills, they offer some of the best multi-cuisine (Italian and Teppanyaki) fare in the city. Apart from the rooms they also have service apartments. Ph No: 040 49491234
The Park HotelIndia’s first LEED Gold certified hotel, it is a 7 star facility with a very futuristic design. Ph No: 040 23456789
Taj Krishna It is an ornate luxury hotel with a great Chinese restaurant. The Chinese Restaurant, Golden Dragon is a must try. Ph No: 040 6666 2323
Taj Deccan Very conveniently located and reasonably priced. It is good for delegations and weddings. The restaurant Syn offers a confluence of Thai, Vietnamese and Japanese flavor. Ph No: 040 66663939
TajBanjaraThe hotel is located on a top of a hill with a panoramic view of the city. Ph No: 040 6666 9999
ITC Kakatiya Luxury CollectionsIt is a signature hotel by the famous ITC group located at Begumpet. Dakshin and Kebabs and Curries are a must try. Ph No: 040 23400132
Novotel Hyderabad Convention CenterLocated near Hitech City, it is a favorite for conventions and weddings. Ph No: 040 6682 4422
Service Apartments:
High end service apartments; Contact Ranju Sharma at 09849013080 Apartments by Neelam; Contact Neelam at 09396224041
- It is good for people coming for exhibitions Service Apartments at Pasha Courts; Contact 09394568888
4) My Favorite Eating Joints:
ChutneysServes nice south Indian snack with special mention of BabaiIdli, Chirenjeevi Steamed Dosa. The food is foil packed and can be carried outstation. A quick meal while shopping is highly recommended. It has three branches: Banjara Hills, Jubilee Hills and Bashirbagh. Ph No: 040 23350569, 09849008484Time: 7am-10.30pm
RayalseemaRuchuluIt serves authentic hot Andhra cuisine. It is located in three places; Ameerpet: 040 6662545 Jubilee Hills: 040 6451 5252Lakdikapool: 040 64595252
Indu HotelIf you are shopping in Bashirbagh go for a quick South Indian Thali meal near RabindraBharati.
Ph No: 040 23244189
Prego at The Westin Hotel (Hitech City)It is a delight for an authentic Italian food lover Ph No:040 67676828
N-grill It serves modern European cuisine located in Road No 33, Jubilee Hills. Ph No: 040 64644141\4242
WaterfrontIt has a view of entire HussainSagar Lake with an engaging live band. It is famous for its Indian cuisine. Ph No: 040 23308899
Little Italy (Jubilee Hills near Apollo Hospitals)It serves a vegetarian Italian food. Great for a Sunday buffet Ph No: 040 2355 8001
AngeethiIt serves authentic North Indian cuisine at Road No 1, Banjara Hills.Ph No:
Adaa @Falaknuma Hotel For Indian Food
Italian Food @ Park Hyatt
Cafee Shop @ Park Hotel
Golden Dragon @ Taj Krishna
Syn @ Taj Deccan
Dakshan @ ITC Kakatiya
When you are tired and want to call food home, Dial a meal: 040 66666266
5) Street Food And Hyderabadi Specialty Food
Aloo Toast and MirchiBajiya – Can get from Balaji Grand BazaarDashrath: +9186950290 and hawkers near Clock Tower, Secunderabad. Ph No: 040 2781 2142
Bread Pakori and Kachori and Aloo Toast: PukharajBhai. Ph No: 09959569673 Malaipuri, Kalakand white and Ajmeri: Agra Mithai,Ph: 040-23328654 Almond
House (040 66628084), Balaji Mahesh (040 23390136) and Dadus (Sunil Bhai: +919849995808)
Bistiks: Almond House (040 66628084) BadaamJali: Nafeesa at 09885077574 Cup Cakes Mehnaz- 040 23358257, +91 9849010048 Homemade South Indian Kharampudis and Pickles; Nirmala Food at Ameerpet
I would add details of the place, your shopping experience, what did buy from there
Mangatrai Gems BasheerbagOpp Liberty Petrol PumpThere are quite a few mangatrai in the city, but I have had more comfort level in this particular shop because of the way they have assembeled their collections of pearls with stones opp liberty petrol pumpRajesh Gupta: +9198480 22040 / +919989060000Tel: 040-66139999www.mangatraihyd.com E-mail:[email protected]
Anil linga – Amar Export SomajigudaAnilji has a very good design sense. He deals with Victorian jewellery and Basra Pearls. He designs for the world famous designer, Rolf… Anil Ji: +919849015429Tel: 040-66103566 / 66103599
Kishandas& co Undoubtedly the best collection of exquisite antique jewelry and high end Basra strings. Kishandasji: +9848016721Tel: 040-23402844 / 23407723
SatishVittaldassomajigudaHe is famous for his antique jewelry and has a collection of traditional Hyderabadi pieces. SatishJi: +9849153660Rahul ji: +919848333478
Tel: 040-66103079
Meena Jewelers BasheerbaghHas a wide collection of diamond jewelry, gold jewelry and watches. ManojBhai: +91988529100Tel: 040-23231073
KrasalaBanjara HillsThey have a very innovative way of combining old jewelry making techniques with contemporary looks. They are bolder with usage of polki and precious stones. Bunty Bajaj: +919849012161Tel: 040-32400231
Ramchander GemsHe has a collection of old temple golden jewelry. He has a wide range of designs including jhumkas, kadas and god pieces. Suresh ji: +9550222221 / +919390222221
Krishnachary is internationally acclaimed master craftsman of silver filigree with umpteen awards under his belt. Apart from recreating old designs, he can create any design from just about anything.
Prabhas Model House PanjaguttaBest selection of puja lamps, Urlis, puja thalis, dinner sets and so on. Prabah: +919866255668Tel: 040-30629009
Mama Jewelers pot market SecunderabadNareshJiVery reasonably priced shops, good for ordering South Indian gift items.Tel: 040-65995972
7) Rich Hyderabadi Textiles Hyderabad is a center for rich textiles ranging from ikat, upadda, mangalgiri, venkatgiri, gadhwal, khadi, kalamkari, tiliarumal and so on.
MuraliSaree Emporium @Dilshuknagarb
They are the biggest in single and double Ikatsarees and yardage, Ikat bedspreads, Tiliarumal, Mangalgiri, Kalamkari durries and so on. Govardhan is a master craftsman and a recipient of Padamshree award. GovardhanBhai: +919848024642Tel: 040-24067062 / 24066207
Mangal Giri.@ Dilshuknagar
They have revived the tradition of old Mangalgiri border in both chemical dyes and vegetable dyes. They have a wide range of weaves, both in sarees, dupattas and yardage. Laxmanji: +919848046168
Uppadasareeby GhanshyamSarodeMaster craftsman in sarees including Uppada, Pathini, Gadwall, Khadi, Kotha, Jaamdani weaves. GhanshyamSorde: +919440051735Road No-8 Banjara HillsTel: 040-23355066
Creative Bee BinaRao, a graduate from NID, has a very interesting play of weaves using vegetable dyes with traditional motifs. She specializes in Kalamkari both block printed and hand painted. She has a wide range of stoles and stiched garments. Creative B is a destination shop for textile and fashion for natural dyes and hand block printed trendy products. BinaRao: 09849004035No-5 Banjara HillsTel: 040-23357887
Indian Emporium Indian Emporium specializes in high end hand woven sarees in Uppada and other South Indian weaves with value added by exquisite embroideries. This shop houses the biggest collection of blouse piece materials from every state of India. Mr.Gaurang: +919848029120, 040 66666476, 040 23401095(for fabrics)
Suraiya Hassan
Soft spoken SuraiyaAppa is the ultimate authority in textiles. In her workplace one can get things ranging from Cotton Pathini borders, Himroo, Mushroo, Tiliarumal, Kalamkari, Uppada, Ikat, traditional handicrafts and so on. DurgahHusaidshahavaliSuraiya: +919347202875Tel: 040-32588542
Mamata Reddy She keeps exquisite hand painted Kalamkarisareers in crepes and chiffon in vegetable dyes. She has incorporates Batik technique with Kalamkari using motifs flower motifs like Lotus, Rose and so on. Mamta: +9440274521Tel: 040-23408587
Dwarika PlusA cooperative specializing in hand painted and block painted Kalamkari at very reasonable price. Road No-12 Banjara Hills Tel: 040-23375278
Anonym Vinita Pasary has just introduced a wide range of Ikat from sarees to kurtas and readymade garments for men, woman and children. Vinita Pasary: 09885010627No-92 Jubilee HillsTel: 040-23552386
JagdaRajjapaShe keeps exclusive AmbercharkhaKhadiSarees. This is highly recommended. It is like a piece of jewelry in the wardrobe. She is a pioneer in vegetable dyes. JagdaRajjapa: +919849303797
MalkhaMalkha is pure cotton hand woven fabric made in the Malkha process avoiding baleing, unbaleing and blowroom which gives Malkha its special texture. UzraAmma: +919440897157, 040-23325548Location: Malkha Marketing Trust
Basement KVIB,opp NMDC bus stop, Masab Tank
Dastakar AndhraThey have a special collection of natural dyed Khadi fabrics and sarees at reasonable price. Mobile No: 040 66311577
Gadwal CottonSareesThey keep wide range of Gadwalsarees directly from the weaver at very reasonable prices. K Venkat, Swamy& sons Mobile No: +919848016629Tel: 040-27668243, 27605721
VenkatgiriSareesThey house traditional VenkatgiriSaree. Ramna: +91 66778378, +91 9247340438
KaushayamThey keep a range of hand woven sarees and textiles across India. VinodKabra: +919849004780, 040-66666841
Shiv Kumar for Old SareesVery good selection of antique Benarasi, Jamdani, Garasarees, duppattas and borders.Shiv Kumar: 040-24578677
RajniSarees
They have an exclusive range of cotton and silk sarees in India. Tel: +91 8686033300, 040 66639200
Narsingh (Old Sarees)They keep the collection of old sarees, masnad and khadaduppattas. Mobile No: +919849130522
8) Hyderabad Designers
AnandKabraWinner of lots of prestigious awards, a medical student turned designer, Anand is very innovative with his cuts and drapes. Studio no.- 040 23326393Mobile no. +91 984956393
Vinita PittieHas a very strong colour palate and designes rich, traditional clothes.Mobile no. +91 9848034556
AsmitaMarwaHer clothes have very clean lines and flowing drapesMobile no. +91 9966924993
Shashikant NaiduWorks with ‘kalamkaris’ and hand woven fabricsMobile no. +91 9849359750
Swapna MehtaShe uses exquisite ‘zardozi’ with a very fresh palate.Mobile no.+91 9000079111
Vinita Passari
She incorporates ‘ikat’ and flowing fabrics with traditional embroidery.Mobile no.+91 9885010627
9) Boutiques Mentioned below are some of the designer boutiques.
Also at no. 8- 040 23351609/08(house designer wear for women- Indian and western along with accessories) At road no. 8 banjara hills.
Anahita +91 9963284563 (exclusive designer dresses, saris and kids clothes) at road no. 7 Banjara Hills.
Elahe 040 66565154(designer boutique featureing saris, salwarkamiz, tunics and men’s wear and accessories.) at road no. 10 banjara hills.
Encore(for kaftans and cotton salvarkurtas)-road no. 7 Banjara Hills.
Contact no. 040 23351055
Accedo(for kaftans and cotton salvarkurtas) – Near Model house Dwarikapuricolony,PanjaguttaContact no. 040 66109110Cell no. +919849278812
Kadambini(exclusive men’s wear for kurtas and shervanis) at nest apartment, kapadia lane, somagighoda.)No.-040 23312322Mobile no. +91 9849323312
The Project (for pret and more)- uptown jubilee hillls. Road no. 36
10)Miscellaneous: Hyderabad Services &Specialtis
Pragati Art Printers Internationally acclaimed finest offset Printers Red Hills, Lakdi ka pullContact no. 040 23380000P Narendra: +919849041111Harsha: +919849066991
SOUL Beauty & Wellness Centre Experience new life with Vikram yoga, spa, gym,kidssalon,martial plus much moreContact no. Cell no. +919346065095 +919437671807
Fern & Petals FloristContact no. 040 23540123
Walden Book shopBegampet, Banjara Hills Road No-2Contact no. 040 23403344
Framers Lion India Mr. Narendra- 040 – 66259437 +91 9849045351 Ravi Framers- +91 9642111128 Rafeeq- +91 9347845578 Ramu- +91 9949753506
12)My Medical Support System
Mention below are are institution and doctor who help me mentain my good health .
L.V Prasad Eye Institute
Internationally famous with highly develop RND faculty different specialties have different doctor who have OPD twice a week.
Banjara hill road no.2
Contact- 04039892020
Supporter appointment 04030612105
Patient care Gunlatha - +91 9392717273
Asian institute of Gastroenterology Doctor Nageshwar Reddy’s premier institute of GastroenterologySamajiguda Contact-04023378888 Doctor Nageshwar Reddy’s secretary Ramu +91 9963333713 Doctor Nageshwar Reddy’s secretary Ravi- +91 9393378888
Vijaya diagnostic Centre Fine year in diagnostic medicare.Dr. surenrareddy - +91 9848024900Dr. suprita -+91 9849338045Himayatnagarcentre -04023420422
Centre’s at Himayatnagar,Jubilee , Ameerpeth
Dr. R. Indira Reddy senior consultant internal medicines Contact Apollo-04023607777
Dr. SubhashKaul
Neuro physician Nizam’s institute of medical science PanjaguttaCntact no. 04023320332Cell no. +91 9848043329
Dr. Koteshwar RaoCardiologistCell no. +919949423812 De – Addiction CenterHope Trust (Rehabilitation & research centerFor alcohol & drug addiction)35-C MLA Colony road No.12Banjara Hills Hyderabad – 34Contact no. 040 [email protected]
Blue Cross Of Hyderabad(Animal Welfare Organisation)Plot No, 403/9 Road No.35Jubilee Hills Hyderabad – 33Contact No. 040 – 32989858 / 23545523
This is my humble attempt to take you to the best sights and sounds of Hyderabad. All you need is a discerning eye and a spirit of adventure and the city of Hyderabad will never disappoint you.