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Fantastic Fort Visit! Went on a weekend and found the crowds manageable. The climb is easy, and the panoramic views from the top are incredibly photogenic. Highly recommend the hassle-free online ticket booking on the spot. If you want to dive deep into the history, a government guide is a must.
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a historic citadel built by the Kakatiya dynasty in the 12th century and later expanded by the Qutb Shahi kings. The fort is known for its acoustics and its connection to famous diamonds like the Koh-i-Noor.
Visitor information
Location: Khair Complex, Ibrahim Bagh, Hyderabad, Telangana.
Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, daily.
Entry Fee (Subject to change):
Indians: ₹25 per person.
Foreign Tourists: ₹200–₹300 per person.
Children (below 15): Free.
Still Camera: ₹25 per camera.
Features and attractions
Acoustic Engineering: A handclap at the main entrance, Fateh Darwaza, can be heard at the Bala Hissar pavilion. This system was likely used for warnings.
Fateh Darwaza (Victory Gate): The main gate with spikes to deter elephants.
Bala Hissar Pavilion: Offers panoramic views from the fort's highest point.
Water Management System: An innovative system of Persian wheels, aqueducts, and channels supplied water.
Ramdas Bandikhana: A prison cell where Bhakta Ramdas is said to have carved deity images.
Sound and light show
An evening show recounts the fort's history.
Timings (November to February): First show (English) at 6:30 PM, second show (Telugu/Hindi) at 7:45 PM.
Tickets: Separate from entry tickets, sold from 5:30 PM.
Nearby attractions
Qutb Shahi Tombs: Mausoleums of the Qutb Shahi rulers, about 1 km away.
Naya Qila (New Fort): An extension featuring an old African Baobab tree.
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