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SRI RANGANATHA TEMPLE (375 Yrs Old) in hyderabad

Sri Ranga Natha Swamy temple is a Hindu temple located in Jiyaguda, Hyderabad.Sri Ranga Natha Swamy temple

is one of the most sacred of temple of Sri Ranganatha on the bank of Musi River. It is located near to High Court of

Andhra Pradesh, and near to Purana Pul (old bridge).

The temple:

Sri Ranganatha is a Hindu God well-known in South India. The abode is a resting form of Lord Vishnu, one of the

foremost of Hindu Gods. His consort is Goddess Lakshmi, also known as Ranganayaki. It is one of the most sacred

of Ranganatha temples. Ranganatha, or the reclining posture of the God, can be found in this temple. The people

celebrate the main festival during Ekadasi Festival celebrations.
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Major celebrations are held at Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple marking the Vaikunta Ekadasi. The Ekadasi

celebrations coincide with the month long celebrations of Dhanurmasa. Celebrations are held in accordance with the

full Vaishnavite traditions. The devotees have an experience similar to attending the Brahmotsavams of Tirumala by

witnessing the special decorations of temple deity during Ekadasi celebrations. Archanas are performed between 7

am and 12 midnight. Having the darshan of the special decorations of temple deity is an occasion of great spiritual

importance, There are no tickets of any kind for the darshana, and the Archanas are performed free of charge.

SriRangaNathaSwamy temple Committee founder trustees Srungaram Tiruvengalacharyulu, Sesha Chari priest

Srungaram Rajagopala Charyulu

Gandhichervu, Hayathnagar, Hyderabad Gandhichervu was a big village in dense forest in the past years. One day

few Saints were passing through Koheda (a place in Hayathnagar) Hanuman temple. Lord Sri Ranganatha sat on a

hill and called them, he said to saints that I am in a nearby Snakes nest. Sri Ranganatha order them a takeout him

from nest and perform rituals. Saints informed this to the Patwaris (head of the villages in olden times). Patwaris

thought that they are saints and they ignored their words. On the same day Sri Ranganatha has appeared in their

dreams and whipped them severely. Later in the morning they started searching for these saints, at last they found

them and requested to show the place where Sri Rangantha can be found. Saints and Patwaris went to said Snakes

Nest which was of 25fts. With the help of villagers they moved the Sri Ranganatha from nest and placed the idol on a

bulla cart. Saints started prayers and requests Sri Ranganatha to select the place where he wants to established

permanently. Bulla cart started from Koheda and stopped at Gandhichevrvu gutta. Saints and people have

established him on the present hill top. Grand celebration takes place at this temple on every Vaykuntha Ekadashi

and Sri Rama Navami

More Info on Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple:

Monday :09:30 am 06:30 pm

Tuesday :09:30 am 06:30 pm

Wednesday:09:30 am 06:30 pm

Thursday:09:30 am 06:30 pm

Friday :09:30 am 06:30 pmSaturday:09:30 am 06:30 pm

Sunday :Closed Closed

ISKCON Temple in hyderabad

ISKCON Temple is located at Nampally in Hyderabad. It is one of the famous temples constructed by the ISKCON

organization. The main deity of this ISKCON Temple is Lord Krishna. Other deities of this temple are Sri Gaura-Nitai,

Sri Jagannatha Baladeva-Subhadra, and Sri Radha Madana-Mohana.


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ISKCON Temple is usually crowded on Krishnashtami since thousands of devotees visit this temple.ISKCON

Templehas been kept under strict watch by the police personnels. Many metal detectors have been set up at the

gateways by which no frisking was executed.

Usual programmes are performed on daily basis. On Sundays special programmes are performed.ISKCON Temple

also distributes the Krishna Prasadam to nearly 1,000 devotees every month. Bhakti Vrksha facilitates devotees to

get personal attention and guidance on how to exercise bhakti yogas and sustain good association.

The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) was established by His Divine Grace Abhay

Caranarvinda Bhaktivedanta Swami, affectionately known to his disciples as Srila Prabhupada. Born on September 1,

1896 in an orthodox Vaishnava family in Calcutta, India, he was named Abhay Caran by his doting parents. His

father, Gour Mohan Dey, particularly wanted Abhay to become a great devotee of Sri Krishna, and worked hard to

develop his natural affection for Krishna since childhood. Srila Prabhupada built 108 temples all over the world and

spred the transidental knowledge of the vedas in different languages. Srila Prabhupada wrote and published many

books his famous books are Bhagwat Gita As It Is (World Record), Srimad Bhagwatam (Set of 18 Vol.), Purna

Purushottam SRI KRISHNA, Nector of Intructions, Nector of Devotion, Sri Ishopanishad and many more. He

started a magazine Back To Godhead in 1944 and now onwards it is spreding like anything. Now ISKCON have

more 1000 temples & more than 4000 centre all of over the world. ISKCON is feeding more than 2,00,000 students

per day with Krishna prasad free of cost and Providing free education on Bhagwat Gita & Other scriptures. Also

spreding the Holy Names of Lord (Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare Hare Rama Hare Rama

Rama Rama Hare Hare) by Mantra Meditation. Regularly conducting Mahanagar Sankirtan and Lord Jagannaths

Rath Yatra every year, Celebrating Sri Krishna Janmashtami, Gour Pournima, Narsimha Caturdashi, Nityanand

Triyodashi, Ram Navami, Balram Jayanti and other festivals every year and the regularly happening Sunday Feast

program.

DAILY PROGRAMS

4:30 5:15 am : Mangala Arati

5:15 6:45 am : Japa Meditation

6:45 7:30 am : Nagar Sankirtan

7:30 7:45 am : Sringar Arati

7:45 8:15 am : Srila Prabhupad Guru puja

8:15 9:00 am : Srimad Bhagavatam Class

7:00 8:00 pm : Sandhya Arati

8:30 8:45 pm : Sayana Arati

SUNDAY PROGRAMS
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10:30 12:30 pm : Sunday Children School

12:30 1:00 pm : Raj Bhoga Arati

1:00 2:30 pm : Lecture on Bhagavad Gita (Telugu/Hindi)

2:30 3:30 pm : Prasadam feast

5:30 7:00 pm : Youth Program

7:00 8:00 pm : Special Sandhya Arati

Akkanna Madanna Temple in hyderabad

Akkanna Madanna Temple is located in Shalibanda and is popular during the festival of Bonalu. Akkanna Madanna

Temple is a Hindu temple located in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is popular during the festival of Bonalu that

is celebrated in the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. Akkanna Madanna Temple is known for the

ghatam procession during bonalu.

History

Akkanna Madanna Temple was built during the time of Tana Shah of Golconda period by two brothers Madanna

and Akkanna.

Contact UsShri Akkanna Madanna Mahankali Mandiram

Hari Bowli, Shah-Ali-Banda

Hyderabad -500065

Andhra Pradesh, INDIA

Contact Persons

President

G. Niranjan - 9849200860
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Secretary

K. Dattatreya 9440484825

Treasurer

A. Sathish Kumar - 9849410017

Ashtalakshmi Temple in hyderabad

Ashtalakshmi Temple has Goddess Lakshmi as Ashtalakshmi in all her eight forms. This temple is located in the

Vasavi Colony, Dilsukh Nagar locality of Hyderabad.

Ashtalakshmi Temple is a popular Hindu temple of Goddesses Ashtalakshmi in Hyderabad, India. This magnificent

temple dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi stands distinctly on the outskirts of the city of Hyderabad. Amidst the varied

Islamic architectural monuments in Hyderabad, this temple has a different style a touch of the south-Indian

architecture.

In India, among the Hindu pantheon, the Goddess of wealth, Lakshmi, finds a special place in the hearts of the

people for she brings prosperity and happiness as well as salvation. But very few temples have Goddess Lakshmi in

all her eight splenderous forms.

History:

Built under the auspices of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam, the temple was consecrated in April 1996, and is one of its

kind in the state of Andhra Pradesh. This temple is located between Dilsukh nagar and LB nagar, alkapuri near

kothapet(NH 9).

Design:

The design and architecture of the Ashtalakshmi temple was borrowed from the one at Chennai (new name for

Madras). However, several modifications were made while the construction was initiated. The Ashtalakshmi temple isa fine example of a collective endeavor. People from various quarters came forward to donate liberally. It took five

years of non-stop work and a total expenditure of Rs 10 million for the magnificent Ashtalakshmi temple to take its

present form.

The well-known architect,Padmashri S.M.Ganapati Sthapathi,and M.Mathiyalagan sthapathi conceived the structure

and design of the temple. The idols of Ashtalakshmi, Sriman Narayana, Sri Ganapathi and Sri Garuda were designed

by . About 134 vigrahams (idols) of lesser known gods adorn the mahagopuram.
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Although built of sand and cement, the Ashtalakshmi temple reveals the remarkable dexterity of the artists. Installed

inside the temples are idols of Adilakshmi, Aishwaryalakshmi, Santanalakshmi, Dhanalakshmi, Dhanyalakshmi,

Gajalakshmi, Vijayalakshmi and Varalakshmi. Depicting these eight postures, the idols are adorned with gold and

kasula peru necklace and other necklaces. If one is all praise for the richly ornamented idols inside the temple, one is

equally agog to see the intricately carved designs on the temple gopuram.

Proposals are in the offing to construct a two-storeyed Kalyana Mandapam at a cost of Rs 15 million and an Archaka

nilayam- residential quarters for the priests.

The nightly illumination of this enchanting temple is spectacular. Viewed from a distance, the temple looks like one

made from marble. And on approaching the temple entrance, one is captivated by the tranquility of the surroundings

and the all pervading sweet fragrance of the incense.

Best time to visit: The best time to visit the Ashtalakshmi temple is during the festival of Varalakshmi and during the

festival of Diwali- the festival of Lights.

Timings of the Astalakshmi Temple, Hyderabad

All days 6:00 AM to 12:00 Noon & 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Fridays 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM & 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Sundays 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM & 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Contact Num:

+91-40-24030888

Vasavi Nagar

Beside Corporation Bank

Dilsukh Nagar, Hyderabad-500000

Balkampet Yellamma Temple in hyderabad

Balkampet Yellamma temple is located at Balkampet. It is very famous among Bonaalu and on Sundays..

Balkampet Yellamma Temple The temple of Sri Ellamma is considered to be existing from 15th century AD has

taken its present form in 1919AD and Ellamma means mother to all. The idol of Sri Ellamma lies 10 feet beneath the

ground level (cellar). The well behind Sri Ellamma devotees believe that a bath with this water cures all skin diseases

and epidemics. This water is taken as Theertham.
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To the south of this Balkampet Yellamma temple, the Pochamma idol was installed and She is the ruler of this

sacred land or place. Sri Ellamma is also known as Bala Tripura Sundari, Bala and Balakamba. It is believed that

Ellamma is Kaliyuga Avatar of Sri Chinna Mastha Devi whose upasana is one in Dasamaha Vidya of Tantsopasana.

She is also believed to be Renuka Devi, mother of Lord Parasurama.

As advised by his Holiness, Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peerathipalli Sri Chandrashekharendra Saraswathi Swamy,

Akhanda Jyothi is lit by Sri Virupaksha Shankaracharya Swamy. One can have Akhanda Jyothi darshan on

entering the Garbha Gudi. The renovation and rebuilding of the temple has taken place in the year 1983. in

Hyderabad

Chilkur Balaji Temple in Hyderabad

Chilkur Balaji Temple popularly known as Visa Balaji Temple or Visa God , is an ancient Hindu temple of Lord Balaji

on the banks of Osman Sagar Lake near Hyderabad, India. The Balaji temple is one of the oldest temples in the

Telangana region built during the time of Madanna and Akkanna, the uncles of Bhakta Ramadas.

Approximately, 75,000 to a lakh devotees visit the shrine during the week, but on Fridays and Saturdays, the temple

gets close the cumulative of a week. Many of whom come to pray to Balaji for visas to travel or move to the US and

other Western countries. And its head priest Gopala Krishna is instrumental for the temples popularity as Visa God.

Chilkur Balaji Temple is also the only temple in India that does not accept any money, does not have a hundi, from

the devotees. no green channel or privileges for VVIPs and it fought and won the right to stay out of government

control except for the temple Ramanuj Kot, a temple in Jodhpur, Rajasthan.

The Ritual

During the visit the devotee goes through the usual rituals of prayer, including eleven (11) circumambulations of the

inner shrine, and makes a vow. Once the wish is fulfilled devotees then carry out 108 times around the sanctum

sanctorum. The majority of wishes by devotees are visa related, thus Chilkur Balaji is also referred to as Visa Balaji.

The 11 circumambulations represent the secret of creation, 11 means 1 Soul and 1 Body, uniting both with devotion

and full determination to fulfill wish, dedicate on the lord, there is no second, everything is god.
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In the 108 circumambulations, 1 represents the Existence, Almighty, God (Paramathma, balaji in the minds of the

devotte), 0 represents Creation (Illusionary World, Jagath) and 8 represents Human Body need to come to this

universe 8 months (Jivatma).

God is everything, God does not want anything from devotees, God expects Devotion, Determination and Dedication

from devotees. This Temple has chance to surrender the above aspects with God.

Thanks to inventor of this Ritual.

Location:

Chilkur Balaji Temple is located at Chilkur in the Hyderabad district. It is 33 Kms away from Mehedipatnam.

Approximately 75,000 to 1,00,000 devotees visit in a week. Generally temple gets heavy rush on Fridays and

Sundays. The temple at Chilkur is managed by the hereditary trustee Sri M.V. Soundara Rajan and Sri C.S. Gopala

Krishna. The entire family of the archaka, including the women are dedicated themselves to serve the God.The

temple is located on the banks of Osmansagar Lake with serene environs with lush green trees and small rocks in a

village called as Chilkur. BRT is available to Chilkur Balaji Temple from Mehdipatnam,Hyderabad with APSRTC bus

bearing service number 288D for every 15 minutes a bus, with 30 minutes drive from heart of Hyderabad City, Few

other services are also available from APSRTC BRT.

HISTROY

Chilkur Balaji Temple is Twenty Five kilometers away from Hyderabad off the Vikarabad road and on the banks of

Osmansagar is the picturesque village of Chikur with its hoary temple dedicated to Sri Balaji Venkateshwara. From

the style, structure and appearance, it can be inferred that the temple was built half a millennium ago. Set in sylvan

surroundings, the temple attracts thousands of pilgrims every year and is an ideal place for sequestered retreat and

meditation. It enjoyed in the past, great days of pomp and glory.

Chilkur Balaji Temple is one of the oldest in Telengana, having been built during the time of Akkanna and Madanna,

the uncles of Bhakta Ramdas. According to tradition, a devotee who used to visit Tirupati every year could not do so

on one occasion owing to serious ill-health. Lord Venkateshwara appeared in his dream and said, I am right here in

the jungle nearby. You dont have to worry. The devotee at once moved to the place indicated by the Lord in the

dream and saw a mole- hill there, which he dug up. Accidentally, the axe struck Lord Balajis idol covered by themole-hill below the chin and on the chest, and surprisingly blood started flowing profusely from the wounds, flooding

the ground and turning it scarlet. The devotee could not believe his eyes when he saw this. Suddenly he could not

believe his ears also when he heard a voice from the air which said,Flood the mole-hill with cows milk. When the

devotee did so, a Swayambhu idol of Lord Balaji accompanied by Sridevi and Bhoodevi(a rare combination) was

found, and this idol was installed with the due rites and a temple built for it.

Sri Balaji venkateshwara, the Pratyaksha Daiva in kaliyuga, is thus available at Chilkur to shower blessings on His

devotees who for any reason are unable to go to Tirupati. Many devout worshippers flock to the temple, to receive the

blessings of the Lord and his consorts throughout the year particularly during the Poolangi, Annakota and

Brahmothsavams with the earnest desire to revive the former glory and importance of the temple, the idol of

Ammavaru was installed in 1963 the year following the Chinese aggression, and when the aggression wasunilaterally vacated, Ammavaru was given the name of Rajya Lakshmi, signifying this welcome event. The unique

feature of this idol is that lotus flowers are held in three hands and the fourth hand is in such a position towards the

lotus feet which signifies the doctrine of Saranagathi.

Chilkur Balaji Temple has been visited by great Acharyas from time to time. A visit to the temple is a must for the Jeer

of Sri Ahobila Mutt every time he visits the twin cities, and in the temple is installed the idol of the first Jeer. The

Tilakayaths of Sri Vallabhacharya Sampradaya have been regularly visiting the shrine. Jagadguru Sri Sankaracharya

of Sringeri Mutt and his disciple graced the efforts of the trustees in improving the temple.


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Place:Hyderabad

Temple Name:Chilkur Balaji temple

God / Goddess:Lord Venkateswara

Temple Timings:5.00 20.00

Karmanghat Hanuman Temple in Hyderabad

Karmanghat Hanuman Temple is located at Karmanghat, closer to Sagar Ring Road, it is a marvellous temple of

Lord Hanuman. It is also said to be one of the oldest temples in the city.

History:

Karmanghat Hanuman Temple was built in 11th century A.D (approximately 1143).

When a Kakatiya king went hunting and was resting under a tree, he heard the chanting of Lord Ramas name.

Wondering who it was in the middle of a terrible forest, he discovered a stone vigraha of Lord Hanuman, in seated

posture and the voice coming from the vigraha. Having paid his respects, he returned to his capital, and that night,

Lord appeared in his dream and asked him to construct a temple.

Karmanghat Hanuman Temple was built immediately and successive kings ruled it well. About 400 years later,

Aurangzeb sent out his armies to all corners of the country to wipe out hindus and hindu temples. At this temple, the

army couldnt even step close to the compound wall. When the general reported this to Aurangzeb, he himself went

with a crow bar to break down the temple. At the threshold of the temple, he heard a deafening roar rumblning like

thunder, and the crowbar slipped from his hands as he was shaking in fear. Then he heard a voice in the heavens

Mandir todna hai rajan, to karo man ghat (if u want to break down the temple king, then make ur heart stronger)

which is why the place got the name kar-man-ghat. And to this day, Lord Anjaneya sits peacefully meditating and

blessing devotees, as Dhyana Anjanyea Swamy.

Karmanghat Hanuman Temple has eight-and-half centuries-old historical temple which has withstood not only

Mughal emperor Aurangazebs vain bid to pull it down but also the vagaries of nature has now fallen into the clutches

of land sharks. The Dhyananjaneya temple located at Karmanghat village in Saroornagar mandal near Hyderabad

was built by Kakatiya ruler Prataparudra II in 1143 AD. It was then in the midst of a thick forest and the temple was

built near a village called Lakshmigudem, now known as Karmanghat village. The village got its name following

Aurangazebs attack on the temple in the 17th century. It is said that when Aurangazeb and his army annexed

Golconda and began destroying everything in their path, that his soldiers came to the Dhyananjaneya temple. The

army could not proceed their course of action due to divine intervention. Aurangazeb himself came to the temple and

heard a loud voice which said, hey Rajan Mandir Todna hai to pehle tum karo man ghat (if you want to break the

temple, strengthen your heart first), says a leaflet published by the authorities about the shrine. As the years passed,
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the Karo Man Ghat changed to Karmanghat and the area came to be known as Karmanghat. The temple is now

spread over 3 acres. It also has a one-acre pond.

Katta Maisamma temple in hyderabad

Katta Maisamma Temple is located at Lower Tank Bund. It is popular during the time of Bonalu festival.

The Katta Maisamma Temple is one of the most significant temples in the city of Hyderabad. The temple is located

on lower Tank Bund road, near Indira Park, in between Hyderabad and Secunderabad.

Katta Maisamma Temple of Hyderabad is principally dedicated to the Mother Goddess Maisamma. The Goddess is

an epitome of Shakti or strength. It is faithfully believed that the worship of this goddess in the Katta Maisamma

Temple imparts power within a person by virtue of which he or she can win over all the adversities of life.

Katta Maisamma Templedenotes a bridge across a river or a lake. The people living in Andhra Pradeshs

Telangana region established the Katta Maisamma Temple to procure the Goddesses favor and blessing for the well

being of the people crossing the bridge.

In the month of Ashad (July), the temple witnesses a large crowd of devotees for the Bonalu festival. The month of

Karthik is also marked here with grand celebrations.

The people in Andhra Pradesh have depicted Katta Maisamma as the supreme power. She has been looked upon

as the all powerful, the eternal, as well as the giver of health, prosperity and happiness. Mother Maisamma in the

Katta Maisamma Temple in Hyderabad is religiously worshiped with great faith and devotion.

If you are a resident of Hyderabad or you are planning to visit the city soon, you should never miss the privilege of

witnessing one of the oldest and most significant place of worship, the Katta Maisamma Temple of Hyderabad.

Parsi Fire Temple in Hyderabad

Parsi Fire Templeis Located at M.G. Road, abids

Sri Gospadu Peddamma Temple in hyderabad

Peddamma Temple is located at Road no.55. JubileeHills, Peddamma temple is very famous among Bonaalu

Very Colourful Local Festival More popular in Telangana Regions of AP) celebrating community. The word

Peddamma, which is Pedda+Amma, literally means Mother of Mothers or The Supreme Mother. She is one of

the 11 forms of Village Deities and The Supreme most. The Temple is a must -visit during this Bonaalu festival which

occurs during June-July every year. People offer their prayers and scrifices to The Mother round the year, and The

Mother bestows Her warm to the devotees.

Durga Puja is the most important festival of Hyderabadies. Consisting of series of rituals this five day long

homecoming welcome of Goddess Durga is close to every Bengalis heart and soul.Durga Puja means more to us

than just a religious festival.It is a celebration of life, culture, popular customs and traditions it is a time for comingtogether, of reunion and rejuvenation, of the rebirth of our piousness and last but not the least, the season to love, to

share and to care.

This year the goddess arrives on an elephant and departs on boat. Goddess Durgas arrival on elephant signifies

good harvest while her departure on boat signifies good harvest and flood.

Let us celebrate Durga Puja in a whole new way this year, and welcome Goddess Peddamma with an open heart and

festive fervor.


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The Supreme power and the mother of all Gods and Goddesses, Maa Peddamma is the ultimate primordial being

and the demon slayer. This Devi with lush black hair, beautiful eyes and ten hands dawned on earth to establish the

supremacy of goodness over evil. In a battle fought over a span of ten days, Maa Durga wins the ceaseless battle

between Gods and demons. Durga pujo is a way to celebrate this eternal manifestation of truth and purity. Devi

Durga, the daughter of Himalaya, is an epitomy of graceful beauty, motherliness, and the strong and valor warrior.

The legend of Maa Peddamma has several renditions and so does the story behind PeddammaPuja. According to

the most prevalent tale, the male gods of heaven created Devi Durga, the wrathful goddess, an incarnation of Ma Sati

(Lord Shivas wife). A powerful demon named, Mahishasur (born out of the union of Rambha, the demon king and a

water buffalo), who could easily change his form from human to buffalo dethroned Indra, the king of Heavens. This

demon was bestowed by a unique boon from Brahmadev, whereby neither Man nor God could defeat him. Utter

chaos and dismay prevailed through the entire heaven. All the Gods were shunned out of their golden seats.

Defeated and disheartened the Gods request the Trinity (Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh) to save them from

annihilation

Temple History :

There is no clear evidence about the existence of the temple. But it is considered that the temple is here since about

150 years. Only in the year 1993, it took place in a big way and the Rajagopuram was constructed. Hundreds of

people come to this temple and it looks every day like a festival. People believe in Amma and the temple is very

popular in the twin cities, next to Ujjaini Mahakali Temple Secunderabad. The devotees pray to Amman as their

own mother and believe that she is the saviour. Unlike the utsavams i.e., Bonalu once a year, here is this temple the

Bonalu utsavams performed every Sunday. Beside the common people, politicians, VIPs, Industrialists come to this

temple and perform pujas in this temple.This is a 300 year old temple located in Gospadu Village. The deity is being

worshipped since around 300 years and the pujas were being performed here by the ancestors of Mr. Midde Santi

Peddanna. Here is their family photo. The temple was renovated in the year 1999 with the contributions from

devotees. Its kumbhabishekam was performed by the Shankaracharya of Hampi Vidyaranya Virupaksha Math.

In Sanskrit Durga means She who is incomprehensible or difficult to reach . Goddess Durga is a form of Shakti

worshipped for her gracious as well as terrifying aspect. Mother of the Universe, she represents the infinite power ofthe universe and is a symbol of a female dynamism.

Durga, a beautiful warrior seated upon a tiger, was the first appearance of the great goddess. Also called by many

other names, such as Parvati, Ambika, and Kali. Destroyer of demons, she is worshipped during Durga puja, most

popular among Bengalis.

Durga is worshipped in various other forms also. She is

Uma, light;

Gauri , yellow or brilliant;

Parvati, the mountaineer;

Jagatmata , the-mother-of-the-world

Durga the inaccessible;Kali , the black;

Chandi , the fierce;

Bhairavi , the terrible.

Place:JubileeHills, Hyderabad

Temple Name:Peddamma temple

God / Goddess:Peddamma talli


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Temple Timings:6.00-13.00, 15.00-20.00

Sun : 6.00-20.30

Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in hyderabad

Sri Ranga Natha Swamy temple is a Hindu temple located in Jiyaguda, Hyderabad. It is one of the most sacred of

temple of Sri Ranganatha on the bank of Musi River. It is located near to High Court of Andhra Pradesh, and near to

Purana Pul (old bridge).

The temple:

Sri Ranganatha is a Hindu God well-known in South India. The abode is a resting form of Lord Vishnu, one of the

foremost of Hindu Gods. His consort is Goddess Lakshmi, also known as Ranganayaki. It is one of the most sacred

of Ranganatha temples. Ranganatha, or the reclining posture of the God, can be found in this temple. The people

celebrate the main festival during Ekadasi Festival celebrations.

Major celebrations are held at Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple marking the Vaikunta Ekadasi. The Ekadasi

celebrations coincide with the month long celebrations of Dhanurmasa. Celebrations are held in accordance with the

full Vaishnavite traditions. The devotees have an experience similar to attending the Brahmotsavams of Tirumala by

witnessing the special decorations of temple deity during Ekadasi celebrations. Archanas are performed between 7

am and 12 midnight. Having the darshan of the special decorations of temple deity is an occasion of great spiritual

importance, There are no tickets of any kind for the darshana, and the Archanas are performed free of charge.

RanganathaSwami Temple Committee founder trustees Srungaram Tiruvengalacharyulu, Sesha Chari priest

Srungaram Rajagopala Charyulu

Ranganatha Swami Temple Working days and Holidays: Open on all days

Ranganatha Swami Temple Timings: 6.00 AM TO 12.00 PM &

5.00 PM TO 9.00 PM

Sanghi Temple in hyderabad

Located near Ramoji Film City.

Timings : 6am to 1pm and 4pm to 8pm.

Sanghi Temple, dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, graces a promontory overlooking Sanghi Nagar. This temple is

named after the family of Sanghis, owner of Sanghi group of industries. This beautiful temple, which is located a top a

hill has been constructed in South Indian style with deities of many Gods. It has now become a major spot of shooting

of films. Also, the hill-top view is very refreshing and the calm breeze brings joy and peace. The best time to visit this

temple is in the evenings during sun set. The sun-set view is just very beautiful.
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Sanghi Temple, located at Sanghi Nagar in Andhra Pradesh in India, is about 35 km from Hyderabad city. The

sacred Raja Gopuram, which is very tall, can be seen from several kilometers away.

Sanghi Temple complex is located on the top of Paramanand Giri hill, which attracts a number of devotees who seek

the gods blessings. The beauty of the slope around the temple is a popular view among its visitors. As you approach

the Paramanand Giri, the gateway, or Maha Dwaram, welcomes the visitors. As you further proceed, the stone

elephant is seen at the stairway. There are three Gopurams seen at the foot of the hillock which are so tall and seem

as if touching the heavens. On the top of the temple complex, one can see the shrine of Lord Anjaneya, the son of

Anjana devi and Wind God, who is believed to shower his blessings to his devotees.

Sanghi Temple is constructed in South Indian style of temple architecture and houses all important Hindu God idols.

It is a favorite getaway point for the Hyderabadis as well as a popular tourist spot. The idol of Venkateshwara inside

the sanctum sanctorum is 9- ft tall.

There are small temples inside the complex dedicated to Padmavati, Shiva, Rama, Anjaneya, Ganesha, Navagrahas,

Goddess Ashtalakshimi, Durga and Kartikeya. There is also a Pavitra Vanam, or holy garden, in the temple complex

where special leaves and flowers are grown for performing poojas. The temple opens at 5.00 a.m. For one hour,

Suprabhatam is recited, followed by Archana to the deities from 6 a.m. to 8 a.m. General darshan for the devotees is

allowed from 8.30 a.m. to 10.30 a.m. and again from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Poojas and Sevas are held between 6 p.m. and

8 pm. The temple remains closed between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. and after 8 p.m. Weekly Abhishekam is performed to

the deities between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. (Sri Ramalingeshwara (Mondays), Sri Hanuman (Tuesdays), Sri

Venkateshwara, Ashtalakshmi, Parvathi, Padmavathi and Rama(Fridays).

Timings of Sanghi Temple 08.00 a.m. to 08.00 p.m.,break b/w 1pm to 4pm on all days except notified public

holidays.

Other attractions of Sanghi Temple Cultural Film shows on all weekends in the afternoon.

Place:HyderabadTemple Name:Sanghi temple

God / Goddess:Lord Venkateswara

Temple Timings:6.00 13.00, 16.00 20.00

Sri Subramanya Swamy Temple in hyderabad

Located at padma rao nagar, also called skanda giri temple, about 2 km from secuderabad railway station. The

word skanda+giri means the hill of lord skanda, another name of lord subramanya. Lord subramanya is primary

deity is accompanied by sri valli and sri devasena. The other important sannadhis are lord sundara ganapathi,

ekambareshwarar (lord shiva) accompanied by goddess kamakshi, sri varadharaja perumal with goddess sridevi and

sri bhudevi and goddess jaya durga.


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sri subramanya swamy temple follows tamil sampradaya in terms of rituals, however, celebrates important festivals

as per both tamil and telugu calenders.

Devotees visit the sri subramanya swamy temple especially on tuesdays as it is important for both sri subbramania

and goddess jaya durga the famous temple in hyderabad

A place renowned for its historical importance and pristine glory, secunderabad is home to one of the most sacred

and significant temples of lord murugan, one of them being the sri subramanya swamy temple located at west

marredpally in secunderabad. Devoted to lord murugan, the fifth aarupadai veedu, this temple is visited by many a

number of people not only to offer their prayers to the lord but to get rid of illness as well. A very famous temple down

south, the sri subramanya swamy temple is an epitome of cultural heritage, communal harmony and prosperity of the

state. It is also believed by many that the lord murugan protects each and every part of the body of his devotees and

even the powerful navagrahas become passive and dormant due to his grace. Devouts, worshipers and visitors can

visit this temple to the seek the blessings of the lord from 5:30 am to 12 pm in the morning and from 4 pm to 8 pm in

the evening

Ujjaini Mahankali Temple in hyderabad

Sri Ujjaini Mahakali Temple is a temple in Hyderabad at Secunderabad area in Andhra Pradesh which is 191 years

old. Devotees offer prayers to the goddess every day. In particular, Lakhs of devotees in Ashada Jathara pray on

principal days, which fall on Sunday and Monday. It is also popular during the festival of Bonalu. Located at

Mahankali street, Ramgopal Pet, near Paradise. Ujjaini Mahankali Temple is a highly revered shrine located in

Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh. Built in 1815 by Suriti Appayya, a resident of Secunderabad, the temple is

dedicated to Goddess Kali. The original idol was a wooden statue later replaced with a marble statue and re -

consecrated in 1964.

The annual Bonalu Festival celebrated amidst much pomp and splendor is a major draw.
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Asht lakshmi yantra and mantra.Goddess Lakshmi is the Goddess of wealth and good fortune. Goddess lakshmi is

represented with her four hands forming four spiritual virtues. She sits on a fully

blossomed lotus, a seat of divine truth. Goddess lakshmi represents divine

happiness, mental and spiritual satisfaction, and prosperity. Her hands are alwaysextended to bless people. The wife of Vishnu, she is said to have taken different

forms in order to be with him in each of his incarnations. Thus when he was the

dwarf Vamana, she appeared from a lotus and was known as Padma, or Kamala;

when he was the ax-wielding Parasurama the destroyer of the warrior caste, she

was his wife Dharani; when he was King Rama, she was his queen Sita.

Goddess Lakshmi is the gentle and generous provider of riches so every home has

its shrine to her , as do workplaces. The presence of Ashtlakshmi Yantra brings

good fortune and riches. Place this exclusive yantra made by Astroshastra on

auspicious day in the North east corner of your Puja Ghar or Home and pray togodess.

"Om Namha Dhandayee Savaha"

"Om Aeeng Lakshmi Shareeng Kamaldharni Savaha"
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(1) Sri Ashtalakshmi yantra - Goddess Lakshmi is commonly known as Goddess of

wealth. Wealth is not only the money. Tradition and values of life is also wealth.

Our family and progress is also wealth. Our belongings such as land, properties,

animals, grains, etc as well as virtues like patience, persistence, purity etc in the

form of a character are nothing but our wealth and so also glory or victory. Thus

this eightfold Sri Lakshmi is known as Sri Ashta Lakshmi. Goddess Ashtalakshmi isthe gentle and generous provider of riches so every home has its shrine to her , as

do workplaces. The presence of Ashtalakshmi Yantra brings good fortune and

riches. Goddess Lakshmi's Eight forms are:-Adi Lakshmi: Mother Lakshmi resides with Lord Narayana in the Vaikuntha, the

abode of Lord Narayana. She is known as Ramaa, means bringing happiness to the

mankind. She is also known as Indira (who holds lotus or purity in the hands or

heart.) Divine Mothers this form is normally seen serving Sri Narayana. Lord

Narayana is omnipresent. Adi Lakshmi or Ramaa Lakshmi serves Sri Narayana is

symbolic of her serving the whole creation. Though Sri Narayana is attended by

innumerable devotees, still she personally loves to serve the Lord. Actually mother

Adi Lakshmi and Narayana are not two different entities but one only. Many aplace we see her form sitting in the lap of Sri Narayana.

Dhanya Lakshmi: Dhanya means grains. This includes all kind of purified food

containing all essential vitamins, minerals, protein, calcium, carbohytrade and so

on. With the grace of mother Dhanya Lakshmi one gets all essential nutrients

grains, fruits, vegetables and other foods.

Dhairya Lakshmi: This form of mother Lakshmi grants the boon of infinite courage

and strength. Those, who are in tune with infinite inner power, are always bound

to have victory. Those who worship mother Dhairya Lakshmi they live and lead a

life with tremendous patience and inner stability.

Gaja Lakshmi: In the holy book of Srimad Bhagavata the story of the churning of

the ocean by Gods and demons is explained in detail. Author, the Sage Vyasa

writes that Lakshmi came out of the ocean during the churning of the ocean

(Samudra Manthan). So she is known as a daughter of the ocean. She came out of

the ocean sitting on a full-bloomed lotus and also having lotus flowers in both

hands with two elephants by her sides, holding a beautiful vessels filled with milk

and pouring it over Sri Lakshmi. Many a time we see Sri Lakshmi standing in the

lotus and elephants are pouring nectar over her. During the festival of the lamps

or the Deepavali along with Sri Lakshmi the Ganapati or the Elephant God also

gets worshipped; that signifies the protection from evils as well as abundant graceand blessings for additional prosperities!

Santan Lakshmi: In the family life, the children are the greatest treasure. Those

who worship this form of Sri Lakshmi, known as a Santan Lakshmi, are bestowed

with the grace of mother Lakshmi and have wealth in the form of desirable

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Vijay Lakshmi: Vijay is victory. Vijay is to get success in all undertakings and all

different facets of life. Some are strong physically but weak mentally while others

are economically rich but poor in their attitude and cannot exert any influence.

Vijay is to have all encompassing victory. Vijay is to rejoice glory of our real

nature - Vijay is to conquer the lower nature. Vijay is the victory in external and

internal wars and of course eternal wars! Hence those, with grace of mother VijayLakshmi, have victory everywhere, at all time, in all conditions.

Dhana Lakshmi: Dhana is wealth. But as per Rigveds Purush Shukta Dhana is not

only a wealth in coins and currency. Even Sun and moon, fire and stars, rains and

nature, oceans and mountains, rivers and streams, all these are our wealth, so are

the progeny, our inner will power, our character and our virtues. With the grace of

mother Dhana Lakshmi we will get all these in abundance.

Vidya Lakshmi: Vidya is education. Vidya Lakshmi is the understanding and the

knowledge to mold the ordinary life into the Divine Life. A life of Service, a life of

feeling for a fellow being, a life of charity and generosity, a life of purity, a life for

seeking a soul within the soul and a life with an ultimate aim of the realisation of

the ABSOLUTE is the only real education, which can come only with the grace of

Vidya Lakshmi.


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Hyderabad

July 12, 2012 Posted In:districts,Hyderabad

Hyderabad the beautiful city in Southern India, the capital of the State of Andhra Pradesh. The city is built by Nizam

Nawabs around 500 years ago, the nawabs have built many beautiful palaces, lakes and gardens to make the city

more beautiful to live in.

Founder Of The Hyderabad:

V. Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah

1580 1612

Fifth ruler of Qutb Shahi Dynasty & Founder of Hyderabad City.

Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, a ruler of the Qutb Shahi dynasty, was the founder of Hyderabad City. In the year 1591,

when the Moon was in the constellation of Leo, Jupiter in its own abode and all celestial planets favourably placed, he
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laid thefoundation of a new city which he called Bhagyanagar after his beloved queen Bhagmati. Bhagmati

embraced Islam and took the name Hyder Mahal and consequently Bhagynagar was renamed Hyderabad after her.

History:

The history of Hyderabad begins with the establishment of the Qutb Shahi dynasty. Quli Qutb Shah seized the reins

of power from the Bahamani kingdom in 1512 and established the fortress city of Golconda. Inadequacy of water, and

frequent epidemics of plague and cholera persuaded Qutb Shah to venture outward to establish a new city with the

Charminar at its centre and with four great roads fanning out four cardinal directions. Hyderabads fame, strategic

location and Golcondas legendary wealth attracted Aurangzeb who later captured Golconda after a long seize, in

1687, post which the city fell into partial ruins.

However, after Aurangzebs death in 1707, the Empire rapidly declined. At that time, the Deccan was administered by

a subedar or viceroy of the Mughal Emperor. Mir Quamaruddin, the Governor of the Deccan, who bore the title of

Nizam-ul-Mulk Feroze Jung Asif Jah, declared his independence from Mughal rule in 1724.

He thus became the first Nizam and the founder of the Asif Jahi dynasty. The seven Nizams of the Asif Jahi dynasty

ruled the Deccan for nearly 224 years, right up to 1948. During the Asif Jahi period, Persian, Urdu, Telugu and

Marathi developed simultaneously. The highest official positions were given to deserving persons irrespective of their

religion.

Persian was the official language up to 1893 and then Urdu up to 1948. When the British and the French spread their

hold over the country, the Nizam soon won their friendship without bequeathing his power.The title Faithful Ally of the

British Government was bestowed on Nizam VII. Though the British stationed a Resident at Hyderabad, but the state

continued to be ruled by the Nizam.

The rule of the seven Nizams saw the growth of Hyderabad both culturally and economically. Huge reservoirs, li ke

the Nizam Sagar, Tungabadra, Osman Sagar, Himayath Sagar and others were built. Survey work on Nagarjuna

Sagar had also begun during this time. Hyderabad, under the Nizams, was the largest princely state in India. Area

wise, it was as big as England and Scotland put together. The State had its own currency, mint, railways, and postal

system. There was no income tax. Soon after India gained independence, Hyderabad state merged with the Union of

India. In 1956, the map of India was redrawn into linguistic states, and Hyderabad became the capital of AndhraPradesh.

Overview of Hyderabad India

Name of the city: Hyderabad

Name of the state: Andhra Pradesh

Area: 625 km (241 sq mi)

Time Zone: IST (UTC+5:30)

Distance(s): From Delhi 1499 km

From Mumbai 711 km

From Bangalore 562 km

From Chennai 688 km

From Kolkatta 1516 km

Region: Telangana


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Founded: 1591

Founder: Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah

Fifth Qutb Shahi Ruler

Population: 8893640 (Year 2008)

Country code of India: 0091 or +91

City code / STD code of Hyderabad: 040

Languages: Urdu, Telugu, Hindi and English

Currency of Hyderabad India: Indian Rupees

Tourist Places In Hyderabad:

Mecca Masjid: Quite close to Charminar, lies this majestic masjid built of stone. The construction of this masjid wasstarted in the year 1617 by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, and was completed in the year 1694 during the reign of the

Moghal Emperor Aurangzeb.

In its courtyard there is a water tank at ground level, from use muslims use water to perform what is called abolution

to wash their face, hands, feet before performing prayers.

Charminar:

The word Char means 4 and Minar in Urdu, means Minarets in English.

It was built in 1591 by by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah after eradication of plague.

Jama Masjid:

One of the 4 roads at Charminar goes to a place called Sardar Mahal. On that road on the left side, behind the

shops, is the old Jama Masjid.Sardar Mahal: It was used by Municipal Corporation.

It will be vacated by the municipality and the building will be used for AYURVEDIC Hospital.

Lad bazaar: This too is close to Charminar, and famous for ladies accessories like bangles etc.,

Strangely other items like rakhi, fire crackers etc., are sold in wholesale in this market.

Chowmallah Palace:Here chow means 4 and thusChowmallah means 4 palaces and were completed in 1869.

It is located in old city, close to Lad Bazar / Charminar.

Regretably the palace area is now just 12 acres as compared to original size of 45 acres.

Address of the palace is:

Chowmahalla Palace

Khilwat,

Door Number: 20-4-236,

Motigalli, Near Charminar,

Hyderabad 500 002

Ph: 91 40 24522032

Palace visiting hours

10am -5pm

Closed on Fridays and National Holidays


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Gulzar House: This too is close to Charminar. It is a fountain in the middle of the road.

Madina Building: It is said that rent collected from users of this building was sent to Saudi Arabia, ages before Saudi

Arabia got oil wealth !

Ashurkhanas:Religious place of Shias. The oldest ashurkhana in the city is the Badshahi Ashurkhana, and is

located opposite the Madina Building.

Salar Jung Museum: This museum is the result of 35 years of efforts of Nawab Mir Yousuf Ali Khan Salar Jung

III(1889-1949), the then Prime Minister of the 7 th Nizam of Hyderabad.

His collections were left behind in his ancestral palace, called Diwan Deodi and were once displayed as a private

museum which was inaugurated by Indias 1st Jawaharlal Nehru in 1951.

Later in 1968, the museum shifted to its own building just after crossing NAYA PUL bridge towards old city and

turning left

The museum is administered by a Board of Trustees with the Governor of Andhra Pradesh as ex-officio chairperson

under the Salar Jung Museum Act of 1961

May 19, is the death anniversary of Salar Jung III.

Except national holidays and Friday, the musem is open daily from 10AM.

Purani haveli: The word literally means OLD PALACE.

It was the official residence of the Nizam.

A unique feature of this palace is that it has the worlds longest wardrode, built in two levels movable by a hand-

cranked wooden lift(elevator) in place. This occupies the entire length of one wing of the palace.

It is open for public on all days EXCEPT, Friday.

Golconda Fort: Golconda Fort was built on a hill in 1143 AD on the outskirts of present Hyderabad and was

strengthened & enlarged between 14th & 17th centuries.

The fort is famous for its acoustics & ingenious water supply & drainage system. Clap at the entrance and the sound

can be heard at the top of the fort. No modern day sound system is involved!

Contact phone = 91-40-23512401. The fort is open for public viewing.

Chiran Palace: Its a huge palace that was spread over 400 acres.Over the years the most of the land was acquired by Forest Department and as such the palace is now inside KBR

National Park in Jubilee Hills.

Public Gardens: Initially this included Zoo, but zoo was later transfered to another location. It was built by the

Nizams.

Boating facility is there in the pond in the garden.

A part of the Public Gardens has been used to show public interest movies and hold other shows. That part is called

LALITHA KALA THORANAM.

The garden also houses the following:

State Archaeological Museum, Jubilee Hall, Jawahar Bal Bhavan

Health Museum: It was founded in 1948, and is located near the Public Gardens in Hyderabad.

Museum timings are 11AM-1PM hrs and 2PM-6PM during summer and 10AM to 1 PM and 2pm to 5PM during

winter.

It is closed on Fridays and public holidays.


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The entry is free.

Museum phone number = 91-40-23233121

Paigah Tombs: Situated at Santoshnagar near Sayeedabad, these tombs belong to the Paigah nobles (who were

tied by blood and marriage to the Nizams). The tombs are nearly 200 years old.

The tombs have beautiful carvation in unique lime and mortar.

Assembly building: This is located within public garden campus. This was earlier Town Hall during the times of

Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan.

Nizam College:

This is located near Lal Bahadur Stadium also called FATEH MAIDAN (Victory grounds).

It was founded in 1887 durig the reign of Nawab Mir Mahaboob Ali Khan.

The college building was a palace of Fakhrul-ul-mulk II, a noble of Hyderabad.

Hyderabad School (Noble School) and Madras-i-Aliya were combined to form Nizam College.

The founder Principal of the college was Dr. Aghorenath Chattopadhyay, D.Sc. (Edin.) father of Sarojini Naidu,

Nightingale of India !

Lal Bahadur Stadium:

It was originally called and even today sometimes referred to by its old name as FATEH MAIDAN.

Facilities for various games are available. Cricket used to be played here, but after construction of new stadim called

Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Uppal area, cricket is no longer played here.

Mahboobia School:

It was setup in 1908 during the reign of Nizams and is located at Gundfoundry. It is a fabulous building.

St. Josephs Cathedral:

The Cathedral of Saint Joseph is located in the Gunfoundry area and is perhaps the most beautiful church in the twin

cities.

Nizams Institute of Medical Science:

This was initially The Nizams Orthopaedics Hospitaland was established by Nizams Charitable Trust on 22-Dec-

1964.Later on AP State Government took over the management and after many changes the hospital name was given as

Nizams Institute of Medical Sciences, on 11-March-1986.It is now considered a university as setup by AP

legislature vide Act 13 of 1989.

Hari Hara Kala Bhavan: It is located near Head Post Office in Secunderabad near RP Road. It was setup in 1989.

Hussain Sagar / Gandipet :

After river Musi floods in 1908, the Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan, had a dam constructed. It is about 20 km aways from

Hyderabad and the lake is spread over 46 sq.kms and supplies drinking water to Hyderabad and Secunderabad even

today !Hussain Sagar road is adorned with 33 statues of Andhra Pradeshs luminaries from various fields.

Purdah Gate, King Kothi: The Nizam used to stay in the palace at King Kothi and its entrance had and still has

(though not in good condition) a purdah or curtain.Masjid-e-Judi at King Kothi: The last Nizam of Hyderabad is laid to rest in Masjid-e-Judi, just opposite to once King

Kothi palace, now a government hospital.

Nizamiya observatory: Established in 1908 it is situated at Punjagutta area.

The Astrolab was presented by Nawab Zafar Jung, a noble of the Paigh.

Hayat Bakshi Begums :This masjid is located on the eastern outskirts of Hyderabad, near a place called

Hayatnagar, after Autonagar on Vijayawada national highway.

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Birla Mandir: Its atop a hillock (Naubat Pahad) in area called Adarshnagar. It is made of white marble.

Birla Planetarium: Just near to the Birla Temple we have the B M Birla Planetarium. If you want to know a bit about

astronomy go to this place.

Laser show on Hyderabad: Want to see a bit of Hyderabad in color on water fountain. Then go in the evenings, to

LASER SHOW at LUMBINI PARK, near Secretariat.

Worlds tallest Buddha statue :Made from single piece of stone, in the midst of pond called Hussain Sagar

(common nick name = Tank Bund) is located the worlds tallest Buddha Statue.

Since the first attempt to put up the statue failed, for the 2 nd and successful attempt a European company was called

to set up the statue.

Ponds:

Well there are far too many ponds to be listed here.

But the most scenic and large pond is HUSSAIN SAGAR, commonly known as TANK BUND. This pond sort of

divides Hyderabad and Secunderabad.

Parks:

Indira Park

Sanjeeviah Park

Snow World:

Cant go to Srinagar or Switzerland? No problem. You can go to Snow world located at lower tank bund and enjoy

sliding down in snow world.!

It is the first snow park in India.

Zoo:

Nehru Zoological Park has 1,500 species of animals, birds and reptiles. The zoo is spread of 300 acres of land and

has a mini-train to take you around.

It is the first zoo in India to have lion safari and tiger safari.

The zoo is closed on Mondays !.

There is entry fee and fees for carrying camera, fee for elephant ride (only in the afternoons).KBR National Park:

Kasu Brahmananda Reddy National Park is located in Jubilee Hills and their contact phone number = 91-40-

23555463

Mahavir Harina Vanasthali National Park:

It was once a private hunting ground for former rulers of Hyderabad the Nizams. A deer park was set up in order to

preserve this precious heritage and rehabilitate it.

It is on the Hyderabad Vijayawada road at a place called Vanasthalipuram.

Every Monday is holiday. On other days visiting hours are from 10 AM to 5PM.

The park does not have phone but inside the park there is Eco-tourism center and their phone number is = 91-40-

24020950Mahavir Nischalvan Eco-Tourism Centre:

Inside the above Mahavir Harina Vanasthali National Park the AP Forest Development Corporation has setup Eco-

tourism centre, that has cottages for visitors to stay.

Their contact phone number = 91-40-24020950

Hyderabad Botanical Gardens:

The actual name = Sri Kotla Vijaya Bhaskar Reddy Botanical Garden

This is located in Kothaguda R.F. Block on Kondapur Gachibowli Road near the Hi-tec City, Madhapur, Hyderabad.


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7 sectors have been developed and opened to public viz.,

1. Rock Pool,2. Aquatic,3. Bamboo/ Canes,4. Palmarium/ Cycads,5. Tree grove,6. Ornamental and7. Medicinal Plants

sectors.

Rest other 11 sectors will be developed.

There is entry fee. And the park is open throughout the week. Photography is allowed but you have to pay fee for the

camera usage.

The garden phone contact number = 91-40-25504278

Mrugavani National Park:Located at Chilkur in Moinabad mandal, its about 25 km from Hyderabad and covers an area of 3.5 square miles. It is

home to a 600 different types of plant life.

The phone contact at this park = 923-235135 or National Parks, Aranya Bhavan, Hyderabad 500 004, AP. Phone:

91-40-23230561 Ext.313

Durgam Cheru or Secret Lake:

It is located at a concealed, picturesque location and is near to present day HITEC CITY. It is spread over an area of

63 acres.

You can contact the visitor center at the lake by phone at 91-40-23110523 / 23555072

Shilparamam:

It is located near to Hitech City at Madhapur.It showcases arts and crafts.

Their phone contact number = 91-40-23112704

Golf:

Golf Association of Andhra Pradesh does conduct coaching at the RAILWAY GOLF COURSE AT IRISET Campus in

Lalaguda at Secunderabad

Shilpakala Vedika:Though owned by the government it is managed by private party and it is a multi-functional centre

in Hitech city area.

Contact phone = 91-40-23112704 / 705 / 707

SP Biotech park:

Currently (13-Apr-07) not exactly in Hyderabad, but nearby at Genome Valley, Turkapally, Ranga Reddy district.

Hyderabad Knowledge Park:

Andhra Pradesh Industrial Infrastructure Corporation Ltd.,is developing the Hyderabad Knowledge Park which will be

about 414 acres and would be located in Survey# 83/1, near Hitech City, Hyderabad.

Ravindra Bharati:

An auditorium near Assembly.

Kala Niketan:

This is located next to Rabindra Bharati auditorium.


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Pearls:

Hyderabad is also called CITY OF PEARLS, being famous for its pearl jewellery market. Most of these shops can be

found on Madina to Charminar road

Famous Hyderabad Dishes(Food):

Some famous Hyderabad dishes are :

Biryani (rice dish with meat or chicken)

Bagare baigan curry

Bagar khana & Dalcha (bagra khana = rice, dalcha is dal-curry with potato or bottleGourd)

Harees (includes meat or chicken)

Haleem (includes meat or chicken)

Kichdi (rice dish). Alongwith minced meat curry or Tamrind soup is used.

Nahari Kulche (Nahari is sheep bone soup. Kulche is a type of bread)

Double ka mitta (made from dried bread slices) (mitta means sweet)

Qubani ka mitta

Exotic Arabic Food restaurant

Located on 3rd floor on the road opposite to Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital at Mehdipatnam, this restaurant ZAITOON

offers Arabic dishes.

Hitech City:

HITEC CITY is short for

Hyderabad

Information

Technology

Engineering

Consultancy, CITY.

It is the first major public private partnership between APIIC of AP Government (11%) and private company called

L&T (89%)HITEX and HITEC are not one and the same. They are different. HITEX is exhibition center. HITEC is a group of

buildings for IT companies (Information techonology).

Hyderabad International Trade Expositions Limited First Floor, Trade Fair Office Building HITEX Exhibition Centre,

Izzat Nagar Hyderabad 500 032 Tel : 91 40 23112121/22/23 Fax : 91 40 23112124

HICC:

This is Hyderabad International Convention Centre.

Their contact address:

Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC) Novotel & HICC Complex (Near Hitec City) P o Bag 1101

Cyberabad Post Office Hyderabad 5000 081, India Phone : 91 40 6613 4422 Fax : 91 40 6613 4322 Email :

[email protected] Areas:

Industrial areas are located in

Moula Ali Kushaiguda Nacharam Cherlapally


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Mallapur Patancheru Zaheerabad Pashamylaram Yelumala Indrakaran Islampur Sanathnagar Balanagar Kukatpally Vikarabad Jeedimetla Medchal Chevella Nancherla Chandulal Baradari Kattedan

Largest assembly constituency in AP:

It is located in Hyderabad and its called Khairtabad Assembly constituency.

But once recommendations of Delimitation Commission are implemented hopefully in 2007 then Khairtabad

Assembly Constitutency will no longer be the largest constituency and will be split into the following new

constituencies:

Yousufguda

Banjara/Jubliees Kukatapllay Nampally

Note: Khairtabad area always has the tallest / biggest Lord Ganesh idol each year during the Ganesh festival.

New Assembly consitutencies in Hyderabad:

After implemenation of recommendations of Delimitation Commission some new assembly constituencies that will

come up, apart from those already listed above are:

Goshamal Falaknuma Amberpet Bahadurpura Malkajgiri Uppal Kukatpally


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Fish prasadam for asthama patients:

There is a family in Hyderabad which every year gives fish which is fed with medicine to astham patients.

The family is BATHINI Brothers and that family has been giving the medicine since 1845.

In year 2007, the medicine will be given from the evening of 8-June to the evening of 9-June at the Exhibition

Grounds, near Nampally.

Abids:

This is one of the main roads and business centers in Hyderabad. Actually the name is ABIDS SHOP. It was the first

shop (an ice shop) in that area and thats how the area got the name ABIDS.

In Abids area the following are important landmarks / business center:

Statue of Indias first PM, Jawaharlal Nehru GPO (General Post Office) Telecommunication center (Dept of Telecom, Govt of India) MPM Shopping mall, housing BIG BAZAAR etc., (part of this mall too earlier was a cinema theater) Cinema theaters (SANTOSH, SAPNA) Multi Storied parking complex. Gold merchants Cloth merchants Watch dealers

etc., etc.,

The Abids road splits into 3:

1. the one on the right turn, goes towards Nampally (Hyderabad) Railway station.

On this road towards railway station ISKCON is located. Also located is the famous G. PULLA REDDY sweets shop,

which supplies sweets to Governor of AP !

2. the one on the right ward direction (without actually turning right) is called J.N. Road and goes towards

Ramakrishna Theaters (owned by late actor NTR who was also CM of AP) Mozamjahi Market Siasat urdu daily newspaper, head office.

3. the one that goes towards the left goes towards

City Centre Mall (in the past it used to be a cinema theatre) Troop Bazar, Bank Street, Kothi etc., On the same road the former residence of late NTR (NTR = Nandamuri Tarakarama Rao)- famous actor and CMof

AP is located.

Moazzam Jahi market:

It was completed in 1935 during the time of Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan and is great building in brown stones.

Other Malls:


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Furniture Mall on Abids to Nampally Road Sanali Mall, opposite Grammar School, Gunfoundry Central Mall, at Punjagutta X roads Babu Khan Mall, at Somajiguda

Transport:

Local train, now called MMTS:

A wonderful improvement was done to local trains and when the service was associated with buses, it was called

MMTS. Multi Mode Transport Service.

Ifyou have to travel to a place that requires bus and rail travel, then MMTS is a good option. The railway stations at

most places have special bays so that passengers can switch from bus to train.

Local buses run by SETWIN and APSRTC the state government company operates majority of local buses of which

there are 3 categories:

Ordinary Express Veera

The fare in each is different.

SETWIN buses are acutally run by licenced operators and are smaller in size and run on selected routes only.

7 seater, 3 wheelers

In addition to the usual 3 wheeler auto rickshaw, we now have 7 seater diesel run bigger autorickshaws, plying on

certain peripheral routes.

Interestingly such vehicles were a common place in Manila, Philippines in 1997. A few years later such vehicles got

introduced in Hyderabad.

Autorickshaws:The 7 seaters are not allowed on all routes in the city.

The yellow color autorickshaws (now mostly rear engine) are a good option for city travel. But there is a chance of

fare shown by the meter being disputable, but what can the commutter do, just pay !

Railway Stations:

There are 3 major railway stations in Hyderabad for inter-city and intra-city connections.

1. Nampally station in Hyderabad2. Kacheguda station also in Hyderabad3. Secunderabad station in Secunderabad.

Bus stations:

APSRTC provides intra city connection and such bus stands in and around Hyderabad / Secunderabad are listed

below:

Mahatma Gandhi Bus stand in Hyderabad. (This is next to the good old, now not in use GOWLIGUDA Bus stand) Jubilee Bus Stand in Secunderabad. At ECIL, Cherlapally


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At BHEL, Ramchandrapuram At Jeedimetla At Kukatpally

Airport:

At present there is an airport at Begumpet Hyderabad.

New & bigger airport at Shamshabad is expected to be operational in 2007. After which the Begumpet airport will be

used for VIP flights and for ATC training. (ATC = air traffic controller)

Roads

At different places the quality of roads is different. Drivers endurance is fully tested both due to quality of roads and

by the haphazard traffic.

Luckily a vast majority of the 2 wheeler riders, use helmet finally.

Road expansion, diggings, fly-overs are big reasons for traffic jams and snail speed movement of traffic.

Flyovers

Several fly overs have been constructed and more are under construction.

Foot over bridge, or simply pedestrian bridge

Finally in extremely heavy traffic areas, FOBs are being constructed. But these need to be maintained for safety and

security of the users.

Major institues / research centres:

(This institue was setup by the Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khans government in 1944 and was called Central Laboratories

for Scientific & Industrial Research. After independence and several changes, this institute got its present name).

Indian National Centre for OceanInformation Services National Geophysical Research Institute Indian School of Business

Jawaharlal University Technological University Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology and Applied Nutrition, Vidyanagar, Hyderabad. Phone 91-40-

27427569, 27427898

Apparel Training and Design Centre, Survey No. 64, Near Cyber Tower Opp. Birla Soft, Madhapur, Hyderabad500081. Phone 91-40-23112155

Indian Government Mint Hyderabad branch at Cherlapally. Geological Survey of India. National Institute of Construction. Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Sri Thyagaraja Government College Of Music And Dance, on Ramkote to Eden Bagh Road. Phone = 91-40-

24758096

J.S.P.S. GOVERNMENT HOMOEO. MEDICAL COLLEGE Dr B R K R Govt Ayurvedic College, S.R. Nagar (Sanjeeva Reddy Nagar) Hyderabad. Phone = 91-40-23810236. Environment Protection Training and Research Institute CRISAT Centre for Economic and Social Studies (CESS) CRIDA various Defence Labs / centres


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National Institute of Nutrition Central Institute of Tool Design Moulana Azad National Urdu University Dr. B R Ambedkar Open University Acharya N G Ranga Agriculture University International Institute of Information Technology National Institute of Agriculural Management National Research Centre for Sorghum Project Directorate of Oilseed Research Project Directorate of Poultry Project Directorate of Rice Research National Research Centre for Meat & Meat Products National Institute of Rural Development Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) Indian Institue of Chemical Technology

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