Hyderabad beyond the Charminar, pearls and biryani : an offbeat tour of old city
Hyderabad for me is a special city – well it’s a city I grew up in and have some of my fondest memories of this bustling metropolis. Known for its…
Chowmahalla Palace, Hyderabad: a testimony to the glory of the Nizams
Founded in 1591 by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, Hyderabad, is a city replete with royal traditions and regal history. During the early years of the 18th century it was India’s…
Paigah Tombs: a legacy of grandeur and opulence
Often referred as the “Taj of the South”, the Paigah tombs are a symbol of architectural brilliance and remarkable creativity. Cliched as it may sound, the tombs located in the…
Bold, bright and beautiful: the indigeneity of Pedana Kalamkari fabrics
Large expanses of freshly dyed fabric spread out on the roads greeted me as I entered the dusty by lanes of the seemingly sleepy town of Pedana. While I wanted…
5 reasons why Novotel Hyderabad Airport is an ideal venue for a family holiday
Situated just about a five minute drive from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Novotel Hyderabad Airport is one of the most popular places to stay when in the city of pearls…
Pochampally: weaving handlooms in alluring patterns and bright hues
Having lived in Hyderabad for a major part of my life, visiting Pochampally was always on the agenda, given my undying love for handlooms and ethnic weaves. However, it was…
Pochampally through images: the magical appeal of simplicity
Located at a distance of just 45 km from the City of Nizams aka Hyderabad is the pleasantly unpretentious village of Pochampally. The dusty, deserted roads dotted with old fashioned…
A slice of life in the Old City of Hyderabad: Random captures
The charm of the old city in Hyderabad is truly inimitable; the crowded markets, heritage buildings and the hustle bustle of the place never cease to fascinate me. While I…