Hyderabad Day Tour: British Residency, Paigah Tombs and BadShahi Ashukhana

Summary

Your morning or afternoon tour begins with pickup at your hotel in Hyderabad. Ride in a comfortable private vehicle to the British Residency, which was completed in 1806 for James Achilles Kirkpatrick, who was then the official representative of the East India Company. The site is part in the 2002 historical novel White Mughals by William Dalrymple. Next, head to Paigah Tombs, which feature 27 intricately carved marble tombs for the aristocratic families of Paigah. Then continue to Badshahi Ashurkhana, built in 1594 by Mohammed Quli Qutub Shah, the founder of Hyderabad. The Badshahi Ashurkhana is a sacred site for Shia Muslims, especially during the Mourning of Muharram.  Your tour concludes with transfer back to your hotel in Hyderabad.

Tour info

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Book this half-day tour to visit some of the most popular attractions in Hyderabad including British Residency, Paigah Tombs and BadShahi Ashukhana. Visit the magnificent British Residency as the result of the matured romance with Princess Khairunnisa and also the BadShahi Ashukhana built on the banks of Musi River. Learn more about the history of Hyderabad while enjoying the beautiful architecture.

What’s included?

  • Local taxes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Gratuities

  • Food and drinks

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 4h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

GARUDA TOURISM

About operator:

inTourism since 1988 catering for all the tourism related services in India with own fleet of vehicles, licensed guides, professional staff and services with at most care to the best of satisfaction and experiences. Some of our products are not offered by any one else.

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