Falaknuma Palace , Hyderabad
About Falaknuma Palace
Falaknuma Palace, the 18th century palace is located 5 km away from Charminar in Hyderabad. This palace is one of exquisite palaces in Hyderabad. The palace was owned by the Nizam of Hyderabad. The name Falaknuma literally means “Mirror of Sky” in Urdu. Sprawling over 32 acres of land, the palace was constructed for nine long years. The aerial view reveals that the palace is designed as scorpion spreading its stings wide. Eventhough the palace was built by a Nawab, its architecture is a perfect blend of Italian and Tudor style. The rooms are lighted by light rays passing through the color stained glass windows. The main building and the kitchen can be found in middle portion of building. One can see the south part has the Harem, Gol Bangla and Zenana Mehal. There are nearly 220 rooms and 22 halls in Falaknuma Palace. The palace has manuscripts, statues, furnitures and paintings which are the rare collections of Nizam. The palace’s Jade collection is the most magnificent collections in the world. The ceilings are well ornate with frescoes and glided patterns.
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Places to Visit near Falaknuma Palace
Chowmahalla Palace, Telangana
4.4 km from Falaknuma Palace - See map
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Charminar, Telangana
4.5 km from Falaknuma Palace - See map
The bravura monument which is an iconic symbol of Hyderabad city, Charminar, was built by Quli Qutab Shahi in 15th century. This monument bags the...
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Mecca Masjid, Telangana
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City Museum (Nizam's Museum), Telangana
6 km from Falaknuma Palace - See map
In the Purani Haveli of Jubilee hills, is located the City Museum or Nizam Museum of Hyderabad. The museum which was opened in 2012 has a...
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Nehru Zoological Park, Telangana
6.1 km from Falaknuma Palace - See map
Established in 1959, Nehru Zoological Park is much sought after tourists' spot in Hyderabad. The zoo is adjacent to Mir Alam Tank. Most of the...
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Paigah Tombs, Telangana
6.3 km from Falaknuma Palace - See map
The Paigah Tombs were built by Nawab Tung Jung Bahadur of the Shums ul Umrahi aristocracy in 1787. The tombs have an impressive amalgamation of...
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Salar Jung Museum, Telangana
6.4 km from Falaknuma Palace - See map
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Sudha Cars Museum, Telangana
8.4 km from Falaknuma Palace - See map
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AP State Archaeological Museum, Telangana
9 km from Falaknuma Palace - See map
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BM Birla Science Centre and Archaeological Museum, Telangana
10.7 km from Falaknuma Palace - See map
One of the prestigious centers for promulgation of science. The institute founded by the Birla Group is situated in the Adarsh Nagar area of...
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Birla Mandir, Hyderabad, Telangana
10.8 km from Falaknuma Palace - See map
Perched atop Naubath Pahad hillock, Birla Mandir was established by Birla Foundation. The Mandir which sprawls over 13 acres of land is dedicated...
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NTR Gardens, Telangana
11 km from Falaknuma Palace - See map
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