Purani Haveli, Hyderabad

Purani Haveli | One of the best places to visit in Hyderabad

LocationPathar Gatti, Hyderabad (Map 📍)
Entry Fee & TimingTimings :- Tourists can visit the Haveli throughout the week except Fridays. Visit timings are from 10:30 AM to 5 PM., Entry Fee:- The entry fee of Purani Haveli is Rs. Rs.80 per person for adults. Rs.15 per person for children. The camera charges ca
Place TypePalace & Landmarks, Monuments
Place visit withFriends, Parants, Solo, Siblings, Youngsters
Best time to visitApril, May, June
Nearest Metro StationOsmania Medical College Metro Station (2 KM) MG Bus Station Metro Station (2 KM) Malakpet Metro Station (2 KM) Sultan Bazaar Metro Station (2 KM) Salarjung Museum Metro Station (1 KM) Charminar Metro Station (1 KM) Shah Ali Banda Metro Station (1 KM) Shamsherganj Metro Station (1 KM) Falaknuma Metro Station (1 KM)

About Purani Haveli

Purani Haveli, located in Hyderabad, India, is a historic palace complex that once served as the official residence of the Nizam of Hyderabad. The mansion was built for Sikandar Jah, Asaf Jah III (1803–1829) by his father Ali Khan Bahadur, Asaf Jah II. The architecture of the haveli is a mixture of Indo-European and Persian styles. It has intricately carved wooden ceilings, ornate stucco work and other architectural elements that reflect the grandeur and opulence of the Nizam's era. Today a part of the old haveli has been converted into the Nizam Museum. The museum displays the personal belongings, artefacts, jewellery, clothes and other properties of the Nizams of Hyderabad. It gives visitors a glimpse of the lavish lifestyle and rich cultural heritage of the Nizams.

Interesting facts about Purani Haveli

  • Most of the haveli (palace) has been converted into a school and some part is used as the Nizam's museum.
  • This is one of the oldest constructions among the museums of Hyderabad, people also use this place for playing.
  • There are many toys and building models and forts made entirely of gold.
  • Entry into the premises is allowed only when one is visiting the museum, for which entry fee is separate.
  • It is a must visit place for history buffs and architecture lovers, though it does not have the grandeur of Chowmohalla and Falaknuma, it is still worth a visit.

How to reach Purani Haveli

By Metro :- The nearest metro station to Purani Haveli is Osmania Medical College. It is a 13-minute walk.

By Rail :- Malakpet is the nearest railway station to Haveli. It is a 22-minute walk.

By Bus :- The nearest bus stop to Purani Haveli is Purani Haveli. It is a 3 minute walk.

Nearby famous places

  • Nizam Museum 3 minutes away
  • Salar Jung Museum 15 minutes away
  • Mecca Masjid 19 minutes away
  • Charminar 20 minutes away
  • Chowmahalla Palace 27 minutes away
  • Laad Bazaar 20 minutes away
  • Taj Falaknuma Palace 4.2 km away
  • Birla Mandir 4.8 km away
  • Sri Ramakrishna Math 5.1 km away

Purani Haveli FAQs:

𝒜. It is located at Pathar Gatti, Hyderabad.

𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Purani Haveli: Timings :- Tourists can visit the Haveli throughout the week except Fridays. Visit timings are from 10:30 AM to 5 PM., Entry Fee:- The entry fee of Purani Haveli is Rs. Rs.80 per person for adults. Rs.15 per person for children. The camera charges ca.

𝒜. You should visit Purani Haveli during April, May, June months for best experience.

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📅 Last update: 2024-03-08

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