Hyderabad , the capital of Andhra Pradesh, is a city which combines both the ancient and the modern. The city has gotten a lot more tech-savvy since then, but it still retains quite a bit of the charm of the Shahi and the Nawabi days. The buildings of present day Hyderabad are a rich mix of Medieval Indian, Saracenic, Mughal and Colonial architecture, a combination of the Hindu and Islamic influences with a hint of the erstwhile British Raj. Hyderabad especially draws tourists to its minarets and its pearl bazaar. Today, Hyderabad is called as the "silicon valley" of India .

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Char Minar , a ceremonial gateway in Hyderabad which is one of the best examples of South Indian Islamic architecture. A magnificent edifice, it epitomizes Hyderabad and marks its 400 years of history. Char Minar is often called as "The Arc de triomphe of the East". The Char Minar depicts the Indo-Saracenic tradition - a symbiosis of the Hindu and the Muslim traditions, which has woven the magic of a rich Deccan culture. The Char Minar is a renowned holy place for Muslims and is also known as Mecca of south.

Golconda Fort, originally a mud fort, was later reconstructed in stone. The fort, on an isolated granite hill, rises about 400 feet above the surrounding plain. The contours of the fort blend with those of the hill. The fort has 8 gates or Darwazas as they are called locally, the main gate being Fateh Darwaza [Gate of Victory]. The fort also includes a palace, a mosque, a parade ground, and an armoury besides many other buildings.

A trip to Hyderabad remains incomplete without a visit to Birla Mandir, which presents an irresistible sight of the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. Built entirely out of marble this magnificent structure stands atop the Kala Pahad presenting a colorful spectacular sight when illuminated at night. This temple displays a mixture of architectural styles.

Mecca Masjid is one of the largest mosques in India accommodating upto 10,000 worshippers. The central arch in the mosque is said to have been built with bricks from Mecca , hence the name. It treasures holy relics of the Prophet.

Located on Musi River this museum is the third largest museum in India housing one of the biggest one-man collections of antiques in the world. The collection houses over 43000 art objects, 9000 manuscripts and 47000 printed books. A visit to the museum is a royal treat. Some of the highlights are the Veiled Rebecca, the translucent white marble statue by Bezoni, and the Arms section.

Nehru Zoological Park is the biggest zoological park in India spreading over 300 acres with a Lion Safari Park , Natural History Museum and a children's train. Over 3000 different species of birds and animals can be seen here. The zoo is the first in India to have lion safari and tiger safari. Its undulating landscape provides a natural setting displayed in large habitat-simulating enclosures. Inside the zoo grounds is a Natural History Museum.