Our Hyderabad heritage walks are more than just guided tours. We also use archival data to provide historical nuance, aside from unfolding layers of the city’s lesser known history as well. The walks have been curated to ensure that you get the best of your time in Hyderabad.
- PRIVATE TOURS/CITY WALKS
-Golconda fort:
One of India’s most impregnable forts, the historical Golconda fort is the stuff of legends. Once the gateway to diamond trading in the mediaeval world, the fort predates Hyderabad itself. At The Hyderabad History Project, we also take you to parts of the fort that are not accessible easily otherwise.
-Qutb Shahi tombs
Undoubtedly one of the largest necropolis complexes in India, the Qutb Shahi tombs is a 106-acre heritage site where the founders of Hyderabad of the Golconda dynasty (1518-1687) are buried across seven generations. The site houses some of the most stunning architecture one can find in Hyderabad.
Charminar
A stunning piece of architectural beauty in Hyderabad, the Charminar is undoubtedly a monument worth its hype. Built as the foundation of Hyderabad, the structure is adorned with Indo-Persian motifs from the 16th century. At our walks, we don’t just visit monuments, but immerse you into a different world.
Baadshahi Ashurkhana
A very underrated site, the Baadshahi Ashurkhana is the second oldest monument in Hyderabad, built a year after the city was founded in Hyderabad. What makes it stunning are its mosaic Persian tiles.
-Chowmahalla palace
One of the largest palace complexes in Hyderabad, the Chowmahalla palace – meaning four palaces – is an absolute treasure in terms of understanding the lives of the Nizams – the second dynasty that ruled Hyderabad (1724-1948). The complex also includes a brilliant Quran museum apart from having a car museum as well, that includes a stunning Rolls Royce Phantom Ghost.
-British Residency
The British Residency in Hyderabad is one of the most beautiful european structures that was built by the British East India Company after it signed a treaty with Hyderabad’s Nizams in 1798. Aside from its neoclassical inspired design, the Residency is also home to a lot of stories about the British and is a key site to understand the dynamics between the Nizams and the crown.
-Mahboob Radio
Hyderabad has something for everyone. The Old City also has a few hidden gems, one of which is Mahboob Radio Service, that has been fixing old radios since 1948. One can get a glimpse of an older world at the establishment, which is a living museum of sorts when it comes to vintage radios.
-Nizams Museum
Often left out of itineraries, the Nizams Museum is a spectacular collection of silver and gold antiques that were gifted to the last Nizam of Hyderabad during his 25th silver jubilee anniversary celebrations in 1937. It also houses one of the most interesting places – the 6th Nizam’s wardrobe, that is the world’s largest at 176 feet.
-Paigah tombs
The Paigah tombs houses the dead of the only family that has its own tombs apart from the founders. Built in exquisite marble, the tombs complex is simply a must see due to its unique blend of architecture.
-Secunderabad Church Walk (Sunday only)
Due to British presence in Hyderabad, a 19th century cantonment that flourished in Hyderabad is home to a number of churches today. This walk gives a glimpse into the other side of the city – Secunderabad – that was founded after the British East India Company settled down here.
- BEYOND HYDERABAD – EXPLORING DECCAN
At The Hyderabad History Project, we believe in having a rounded view of the entire Deccan in terms of history. Once capitals, cities like Bidar and Bijpaur, which flourished between the 15th and 18th centuries, today still have massive monuments that serve as remnants of what they once stood as.
-Bidar
At the crossroads of history in the 15th century, Bidar was the second capital of the Bahamani dynasty (1347-1518). About 140 kilometres away from Hyderabad, the city is a day trip which includes seeing some of the most beautiful sites in the Deccan like the Bahamani tombs and the Bidar fort.
Bijapur, Hampi & Gulbarga – launching soon)
- HERITAGE DINING
-Curated sit-down experience
Hyderabad is also a city that can give you a fabulous gastronomical experience. And at The Hyderabad History Project, we believe in providing our patrons with the best food experience that the city can give. From Biryani to traditional meals like Pathar ka Gosht, we also offer a sit-in dining experience for patrons who want to experience food from the city of Nizams.
-Biryani cooking experience
What better a place than Hyderabad to see and learn how to make Biryani? We believe that learning the process to make Biryani will make the dish taste even better no matter where you are!
- CULTURAL EXPERIENCES
-Food walk
The bylanes of Hyderabad’s Old City are filled with some of iconic places for some of the best gastronomic experiences. From Kebabs to traditional sweets like Jaozi Halwal, we at The Hyderabad History Project always strive to make our patrons experience the best our city has to offer. Our job is simple – make you fall in love with our city!