Charminar, Hyderabad

Charminar is one of the major historical and cultural buildings of India. Located in Hyderabad, this huge and impressive historical monument was built in 1591 AD by Sultan Mohammad Quli Qutb Shah, the fifth ruler of the Qutb Shahi dynasty. The Charminar was built for the purpose of serving as a mosque and madrasa.

Charminar is made of granite, limestone, mortar and powdered marble. The Charminar is a square structure whose each square is 20 meters (about 66 ft) tall. Each square has one of the four grand arches. An exquisitely shaped minaret, 56 meters high (about 184 feet) stands with a double balcony at each corner. Each minaret is crowned by a bulbous dome with dainty leaf like design at the base.

1. This historic minaret was constructed using the Indo-Islamic style of architecture but incorporates Persian architectural elements as well.
2. This historic tower also has a terrace with a stone balcony and two verandahs, which look like a terrace. This tower has four shining minarets, which are connected by four different arches.
3. Displays some unique specimens of Qutb Shahi architecture, including Mecca Masjid, Toli Masjid, Char Minar, Jami Masjid, undoubtedly an impressive symbol of Hyderabad.
4. This charming Charminar located in Hyderabad is decorated with different types of colorful lights every evening, which makes it look very beautiful. A Persian architect was called to give an attractive design to this grand and historic building.
5. There is also a secret tunnel between this historical tower and Golconda. It is because of this huge and historical building that the city of Hyderabad has got its own identity.
6. Charminar has been included in the list of World Heritage. In the year 2010 it has been included in the World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
   

📅 Last update: 2024-06-15 || ✍ Author: Sandhya Chauhan

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