Charminar, Hyderabad

About Charminar

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.

Architecture of Charminar

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.

Interesting facts about Charminar

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.
   

How to reach Charminar

By Air:- The nearest airport to Charminar is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport located at Shamshabad, which is about 20 km from Charminar.

By Train:- The nearest railway station to Charminar is Malakpet Railway Station at a distance of 3.5 kms.

By Road:- You can also take auto or taxi to reach Charminar which will easily be available to you from here.

Nearby famous places

• Children's Market 1 minute away
• Mecca Masjid 1 minute away
• Chor Market, four minutes away
• Chowmahalla Palace 8 minutes away
• Mahtab Mahal 6 mins away
• Tehneet Mahal 6 mins away
• Salar Jung Museum 25 mins away
• Puranddas Ranchoddas And Sons 14 mins away
• Nizam Museum 22 mins away
• Badshahi Asurkhana 16 mins away
• Taj Falaknuma Palace 3.6 km away
• Purani Haveli 20 mins away