Discovering Hyderabad's Charminar
The Charminar is an iconic monument and mosque located in Hyderabad, India. Built in 1591 by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah to commemorate the end of a plague, it features four grand arches and four minarets, each standing at 56 meters. The Charminar, constructed in Indo-Islamic architectural style with Persian influences, is surrounded by bustling bazaars and stands as a symbol of Hyderabad's rich history and cultural heritage.
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00:00It's time to open the hidden secret in the 400-year-old Charminar.
00:03Are you ready?
00:04The Charminar built in 1518 by Sultan Muhammad Quli Qutub Shah
00:09is the iconic landmark of Hyderabad.
00:11This Charminar marvel is not just beautiful in appearance.
00:15The story is that it was built after the end of a terrible plague.
00:19At a height of 74 metres,
00:21you will find intricate Persian architecture
00:24and 45 prayer places in Charminar.
00:26Just think of climbing those spiral staircases.
00:29As if you have gone back in time.
00:31But wait, there is more.
00:33It is said that there was a secret tunnel under Charminar
00:36that connected it to Golconda Fort.
00:38Wow! What a royal escape route.
00:40Today, this is not just a historic site.
00:43There are vibrant markets here and delicious street food.
00:46So, next time when you are in Hyderabad,
00:49don't just take a selfie.
00:51Immerse yourself in the stories of Charminar,
00:53where history comes alive.
00:56And this was your 60 Seconds of Charminar.
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