Qutb Shahi Tombs

Qutb Shahi Tombs

Qutb Shahi Tombs is the burial ground of the seven kings of the Qutb Shahi dynasty are situated at Ibrahim Bagh near Golconda. The tombs are very popular among tourists coming to Hyderabad.

The domed structure originally overlaid with blue and green tiles, of which only some remain today.

History

The beautiful landscaped garden speak of the grandeur with which the Qutb Shahi kings led their lives. [http://www.flickr.com/photos/bussireddy/2180255079/]

ee also

* Charminar
* Chowmahalla Palace
* Purani Haveli
* Taramati Baradari

External links

* [http://www.hydonline.com/cityscape/sightseeing/Historic/qutb%20tombs.htm Picture]
* [http://www.hyderabadplanet.com/qutb-shahi-tombs-photos.html Image Gallery of Qutb Shahi Tombs]


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