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Golconda Fort
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Golconda
Golconda Fort is one of the most magnificent fortress complexes in India and is
located on the outskirts of the city of Hyderabad, the capital of Andhra Pradesh.
Legend
The history of Golconda Fort dates back to the early 13th century. The bulk
of the ruins of this fort, date from the time of the Qutab Shahi kings, who
had ruled this area in the 16th and 17th century. Golconda city remained the
capital from 1512 to 1590, from which was later shifted to Hyderabad.
The Fort is built on a granite hill 120 meters high, and is
surrounded by walls of solid stone. The fortress had withstood Mughal attacks
under Aurangzeb for eight long months, before it was treacherously betrayed
in 1687. The outer wall surrounding the entire township of Golconda, is about
11 kms long, and is strongly fortified. In its heyday, the 10-kilometer long
road from Golconda to outer Hyderabad, was a fabulous market selling jeweler,
diamonds, pearls and other gems.
One of the remarkable features of Golconda is its system of
acoustics. The sounds of hands clapped in the grand portico can be heard in
the Durbar Hall, at the very top of the hill. The tombs of the Qutab Shahi kings,
lie about one kilometre north of the outer wall of Golconda and are graceful
structures surrounded by landscaped gardens, with beautifully carved stonework.
Best Time to Visit - The best time to visit Golconda Fort is between
September and March.
Access - Hyderabad can be reached by air, from all the major cities of
the country. Indian Airlines and many other private airlines operate flights
to Hyderabad. It is also easily accessible by train, from any part of the country.
There is a regular bus service to Hyderabad from many cities in southern, central
and southeastern parts of the country.
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