Golconda Fort Archeological Museum
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The majestic monument of Golconda that perhaps in not unknown to any person is one of the cultural heritage sites that India boasts of. It speaks of a great tradition that India was some 400 years ago. Built by Mohammed Quli Qutub Shah in 1525, the Golconda Fort Archeological Museum is a great site to visit when you are in Hyderabad.
One of the most interesting things that the Golconda Fort Archeological Museum takes pride is the impressive system of acoustics. If you clap your hand at the entrance, the sound can be heard distinctly at the ‘Bala Hissar' that is almost a kilometer away. See the famous ‘Rahban' cannon that was used at the time when Aurangzeb seized Golconda. The Golconda Fort Archeological Museum that was in past a fort that dates back to from the time of the Qutab Shahis.
Outside the Golconda Fort Archeological Museum see the two separate pavilions that were built on a rocky eminence. It is here where the two sisters of the ‘Taramathi' and ‘Premathi' resided. Experience history as you se the massive gates that are studded with large pointed iron spikes to prevent them from the elephants. Though the history of the city dates back to the 13 th century, once you see the place with all its grandeur and glory, experience the past as the mysteries associated with the place slowly unravels itself.
Climb though the 380 steps that finally culminate at the Balahisar Baradari, a wind swept pavilion. See the excellent engineering plan that the Golconda Fort Archeological Museum boasts of. See the natural air- conditioning provided by the gap in the double walls. Experience the beauty of the majestic Rani Mahal that is explicitly beautiful with its massive platforms, high ceilings, decorative niches, and wooden columns.
And do not forget to experience the light and the sound show that is the newest attraction. Learn the entire history of the Golconda that is being with displayed with a spectacular interplay of sound and visual effects.
Location
The Golconda Fort Archeological Museum is located on the western skirts of the city that is some 11 kilometers from Hyderabad.