Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Places of Worship at Hyderabad



Places of Worship at Hyderabad
Hyderabad is a city that sees an amalgamation of two major cultures - Hinduism and Islam. The religious places in Hyderabad are a fine example of the peaceful co-existence of the two cultures. The temples and mosques of Hyderabad have splendid architecture and have withstood the tempests of time till today. Give your spiritual side a boost by visiting the famous places of worship of Hyderabad.

Begin your tour with a visit to the famous Birla Mandir of Hyderabad. The spotless white marble temple, situated on an elevated ground shining under the bright sun, is an alluring sight to any one watching it for the first time. You can visit the Chote Hazrat Ki Dargah, which is also in the city of Hyderabad. The main Dargah can be reached after climbing a flight of 400 stairs. Also visit the Mecca Masjid of Hyderabad, which is the oldest and largest mosque of this twin city.

Visit the Paigah tombs to view those unique geometrical patterns, which are believed to be the characteristic feature of this holy place. In the Qutub Shahi tombs you can get to know the ancient customs that were followed before the burial of a royal member. In the Raymond tomb, you can see the resting place built in the memory of a heroic European general. In St. Joseph's Cathedral you can hear the rhythmical bells, which are perfectly attuned to the serene atmosphere of the church. You can get the details of the holy places that are mentioned over here in our related sections.

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