You may love to visit "Golconda Fort" which is also popular with the name "Golkonda" located in Hyderabad state, India. The fort was built in the 13th century by the Kakatiya dynasty. This fort is an archaeological treasure and listed on the official "List of Monuments" by the Archaeological Survey of India. Golkonda was used for the market of the diamond trade, and where gems were sold. This heritage site of India is used as a vault to where famous diamonds like Koh-i-Noor, Hope Diamonds, etc. once stored.
Many famous diamonds were excavated from the mines of Golconda like "Koh-i-Noor", Daria-i-Noor, Noor-Al-Ain, Regent Diamond, Hope Diamond, Princie Diamond, etc.
Continent:
Asia
Country:
India
State:
Telangana
District:
Hyderabad
City:
Golconda
Entry Fee/ Ticket Price:
Rs. 15 (Indian)
Rs. 200 (Foreigner)
Duration:
2-3 hr
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Golconda Fort Hyderabad Address / Location:
Khair Complex, Ibrahim Bagh, Hyderabad, Telangana 500008
Timings:
Golconda Fort is open for visitors from morning 8 AM to 5.30 PM in the evening
How to reach by Train?
Dabirpura railway station located around 11.9 km from Golkonda. You will get buses/cabs from there
Rajiv Gandhi international airport is 26 km far from this fort. You will get cabs from airport
How to reach by Road?
Golconda is 15.9 km placed from Hyderabad bus stand. You can reach there by using the Madhapur rout.
You may enjoy the magnificent and beautiful view especially at the sunset of the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad from Darbar Hall which is located on the top of the hill of the fort. But keep remembering that, you need to walk through the number of steps to reach this hall. You can see Nagina Garden, Barracks, 12 meters deep three water tanks in the fort.
Another attraction of the Golkonda fort for travelers is a light and sound show that brings the legends of Golconda to life. With an impressive interaction of audio and visible effects, the saga of Golconda gets unfolds over centuries of splendor. This show presented in English and Telugu languages every alternate day.
Best time to visit Golconda Fort:
Golkonda fort can be visited any time of the year. But we recommend tourists to explore this World Heritage site after winter from October to February month. You will love the pleasant weather during this time and can spend more time on the fort.
Please don't plan your summer vacations for Golconda fort. Due to the hot and humid environment, it's difficult for the tourist to spend more time on the fort.
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