The Charminar is a mosque and monument located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Constructed in 1591. It is listed as an archaeological and architectural treasure on the official list of monuments prepared by the Archaeological Survey of India. To the west lies the Laad Bazaar, and to the southwest lies the richly ornamented granite Makkah Masjid.
I visited this place around 6 O'clock the motto behind evening is the view of this minar in evening (lighting).
Bazaars around Charminar
Lad Bazaar: This Charminar market during the Qutb Shah dynasty, it is believed, had more than 14,000 shops. Even today Lad Bazaar, or its more popular moniker, Charminar market is the address in Hyderabad for stunning glass and lac bangles, outside of jewellery, silks, spices, perfume oil, incense and other knickknacks. Plenty of Irani chai stalls too for you to take a breather from all the walking around. Here i mention one bakery name is Nimrah's bakery. This bakery is famous for its Irani chai and Osmania biscuit. If you are in Hyderabad, Charminar do try Nimrah's Irani Chai and Osmania biscuits, this place gives you authentic taste.
Starting From 10 Rs.
Address: 20-4-1238/39, Charminar Rd, beside Mecca Masjid, Charminar, Ghansi Bazaar, Hyderabad, Telangana 500002
Makkah Masjid: Get atop the first floor of Charminar for a panoramic view of the city and while you do, look out over another important landmark from the Qutb Shah reign, the Makkah Masjid. Commissioned by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, the central arch of this grand mosque has bricks made from the soil of Mecca, the holiest shrine in Islam.
Charminar Timings : 09:30 am and 05:30 pm.
Charminar is open on all days of the week, it is best to avoid Fridays, it is the prayer days of the Muslims and the crowds surge to unbelievable proportions.
How to Reach Charminar :
The Charminar bus stop near Makkah Masjid on the Charminar Road in Panch Mohalla is the nearest bus stand to Charminar. 10-12 minute walk to get to the site.
Charminar Ticket Booking:
The Charminar ticket price for Indian is INR 25.
