Hyderabad History
Hyderabad's nickname
What is city of pearls?
Hyderabad is one of the chief producers of natural pearls and is also a major contributor to the diamond trade, hence, it is referred to as the City of Pearls.
Traditional men's garb of Hyderabad. It is a coat-like tunic with a tight-fitting collar (hook & eyelet fastening), close-fitting in the upper torso and flaring somewhat in its lower half.
What is a sherwani?
a fan-shaped ornament worn on the side of the head
What is a jhoomar?
It was first introduced in India during the period of Nizam rule. Originated from Iran. It is made with rice, spices, and chicken or meat. It is mainly of two types, raw and cooked. There are around 140 varieties of Hyderabadi Biryani.
What is biryani?
World's largest 'one man collection' museum.
What is Salar jung museum?
This man is considered the 8th richest human in history. He had a 63 million dollar diamond as a paper weight.
Who is Osman Ali Khan?
Last nizam of hyderabad.
Famous for its artificial bangles, pearls, jewelry, semi-precious stones, as well as Bidriware.
What is lad bazaar?
Seven stringed pearl necklace of which traditionally has 465 pearls embedded in it.
What is satlada?
A traditional, slow-cooked stew made with lentils, meat, wheat, and spices. It's often eaten during Ramadan and is a traditional hors d'oeuvre at weddings and other celebrations.
What is Haleem?
Known for its unique acoustic architecture, this structure is renowned for its ingenious sound transmission system, where a hand clap at the entrance gate can be heard at the highest point located atop a hill. This acoustic marvel showcases the engineering brilliance of its builders.
What is Golconda Fort?
When the British left the Indian subcontinent in 1947, Hyderabad declined to join India or Pakistan and remained an independent state. However, India sent in troops to secure Hyderabad, and it became part of India in 1948.
What is Police Action of 1948?
The Mughal Queen, Noor Jahan – wife of King Shah Jahan, originally designed the outfit. Brides of Hyderabad mostly wear Khada Dupatta to their weddings. It’s a six-yard long veil that is worn over a chori daar and a kameez.
What is kadda dupatta?
This diamond was founded in Golconda fort.
What is Kohinoor diamond?
A savory dish traditionally served with biryani, especially on special occasions. It's made by roasting peanuts, coconut, sesame seeds, and poppy, then blending them into a paste.
What is Mirchi ka Salan?
Originally belonged to the Paigah family, and was later owned by the Nizam of Hyderabad. It is on a hillock and covers a32 acre area.
What is Falaknuma Palace?
Founder of Hyderabad
What is Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah: The Qutb Shahi sultan Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah founded Hyderabad in 1591.
Poetic symposium
What is a mushaira?
Once the state regalia of the Nizams of Hyderabad, and dates back to the early 18th century.
What is jadavi lacha?
A staple of any hyderabadi household: cuisine made of toor/masoor dal and a delicious tamarind and spice tadka.
What is khatti daal?
Constructed in the year 1591 CE, to commemorate the beginning of the second Islamic millennium year (1000 AH). This was built as a sign of prayer to God to save dynasty from plague.
What is charminar?
Hyderabad is now the capital of this province
What is Telengana?
refers to unity and co-existence of Hindu and Muslim cultures and traditions.
What is Ganga-Jamuni Tehzeeb?
Earrings that match the jadavi lacha and consist of a flower motif covering the ear lobe and a bell-shaped ornament that is suspended from the flower.
What is a kan phool?
A meaty soupy dish said to have originated in Somalia. The majority of Nizami soldiers were from Sudan and Arab countries, so their food culture had a significant influence on Hyderabadi cuisine.
One of Hyderabad's oldest buildings, begun in 1617 by the city's founder Mohammed Quli Qutb Shah. It's main hall can accommodate approximately 10,000 people.
What is Makkah Masjid?