Alwal

Alwal is a suburb of Secunderabad which is a twin city of Hyderabad city. It has a population of 106,424 (2001 census) and forms part of the Greater Hyderabad agglomeration. A part of the British cantonment, Alwal got its name from the residents of Alwar a city in Rajasthan who settled here in late 1800s. Alwal is famous for the Historic Venkateshwara Temple which is located near Alwal Municipal office. There are a number of other temples in the vicinity, at the nearby cantonment including one built in the style of the Lotus Temple in Delhi. Alwal is also home to some of the famous schools in Secunderabad like theSt.Ann\'s High School, Bolarum which was set up in 1887 by a group of nuns from Italy. The other schools in the area are Valerian Grammar School, Loyola Academy, K.V.Bollarum and not to forget the Raja Praja High School.
This area is slowly getting urbanised and there is a new boom in real estate housing projects as residents of central Hyderabad move to Alwal to escape traffic congestion and noise pollution. The nearby cantonment (military) area offers extensive green spaces which offers a breath of fresh air for the morning walkers. There are four cinema halls for the locals, recently the Nartaki Cinema was renovated and offers a splendid Audio and Visual experience, adding a fresh breath to the recreation.
Alwal is 8 km away from Secunderabad Railway station and just 12 km from away from the Old Hyderabad Airport in Begumpet Begumpet Airport and about 40 km from New International Airport in Shamshabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.It is in close proximity to relaxation spots like The Celebrity Club, \'Alankrita \', \'The Orange Bowl\', Dhola-Ri-Dhani, Runway-9,The People of Alwal celebrate all festivals with lot of grandeur and the community is rich with resources and facilities like connectivity of roads, rail, market places etc.


Beauty Parlours:
Aruna\'s Herbal Beauty Parlour
Opp. Sree Bakery, , Alwal, Secunderabad,
Andhra Pradesh 500010
040-27864703
Latha Beauty Clinic
Beside Sree Bakery, Old Alwal,
Alwal, Secunderabad,
Andhra Pradesh 500010

Life Style Beauty Parlour
Main Road, Near Temple,
Alwal, Secunderabad,
Andhra Pradesh 500010
040-27971383
Mrs. Praveen Chandra
Vasundhara Beauty Parlour,
Lothkunta,, Alwal, Secunderabad,
Andhra Pradesh 500015
040-55227812
Priya Herbal Beauty Parlour
Plot No. 9, Opp. Model Mission High School,
Lothkunta,, Alwal, Secunderabad,
Andhra Pradesh 500015
040-27970839 Bookshops:
Reliance Book Depot
Beside Narthaki Theatre, Lothkunta, , Alwal, Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500015
040-27864310
Sri Venkateshwara Book Centre & Xerox
12/95 Main Road, Alwal, Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500010
040-27969113
Satya Book Stall
Main Road, , Alwal, Secunderabad,
Andhra Pradesh 500010
040-27970285
Sri Anand Book Centre
Opp. Model Mission High School, Lothkunta,
Alwal, Secunderabad,
Andhra Pradesh 500015
040-27860566


Theatres:
Kiran Picture Palace
West Venkatapuram, Road No. 18 ,
Alwal, Secunderabad,
Andhra Pradesh 500010
+91-40-27960022
Lakshmi Kala Mandir 70MM
Main Road, , Alwal, Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500010
+91-40-27960022
Nartaki Theatre
Lothkunta, , Alwal, Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500010
+91-40-27862315

Afzal Gunj

Afzal Gunj lies close to the Musi River in the city of Hyderabad. The township features a number of popular tourist attractions most of which are located to the south of the river. Afzal Gunj is the hub of local transportation due to the presence of Central Bus Station in the region. The bus station provides services to most of the parts in the city. The Salarjung Museum located close to the banks of the river is a great attraction. The museum contains houses a great collection of sculptures, paintings and other pieces of art belonging to different dynasties, countries and cultures. Articles like Mughal Miniatures, European Paintings and sculptures, Chinese Porcelain, Japanese Silk Paintings and ivory works are among the many treasures at Salarjang Museum.
A little south east of Salarjang Museum is present the Nizam\'s Museum at Purani Haveli. The name Purani Haveli signifies the locality wherin the museum is situated. The road that extends from northern premise of the township over river Musi yeilds to Sardar Patel Road. The famous Char Minar is located on this road, further southwards from Afzal Gunj region. At a little distance from Char Minar is the popular Mecca Masjid. Afzal Gunj as such suits more to the tourists who are little more curious about the bygone period. Afzal Gunj area also features several residental areas. These areas are provided with all necessary institutions. Established here are a number of hotels, worshipping places, local markets, health care centres and more.


Beauty Parlours:
Naaz Hair Needs Saloon
Door No. 17-7-759/A, Shanti Lodge, Chader Ghat,
Afzalgunj, Hyderabad,
Andhra Pradesh 500029


Bookshops:
Prakash Paper Mart
M.J. Road , Afzalgunj,
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500012
+91-40-24600336

Kukatpally

Kukatpally is a locality of the Indian city of Hyderabad. It was a sleepy small village until state-government\'s AP Housing Board decided to build a residential township in this area. Administratively, it comes under Rangareddy district, and since July 2007 under Greater Municipality of Hyderabad. It has a population of 358,455 (2004 census) and forms a part of the Greater Hyderabad conurbation. Most of its population is from the coast of Andhra Pradesh. It is located on the north west fringe of Hyderabad city.There is a mixture of high and medium density housing like flats, and independent homes for its residents.
MMTS Train station is close to KPHB colony run by Railways called as MMTS, and connects to Hyderabad & Secunderabad and is often the best way for getting to the other side of the city. Kukatpally B.J.P office is famous entrance arch located on the pune hihghway and is famous in pan India for saffron unity.
About Kukatpally Housing Board Colony (KPHB Colony): It welcomes you with a statue of Mahatma Gandhi and an uncompleted arch. It was buit in early 1980s, dubbed as the largest residential colony in Asia. Now connected by a new road to the HI-TEC city (Hyderabad Information Technology Engineering Consultancy). Malaysian township has also been recently built. This area makes it a best choice for newcomers (specially those on budget) to Hyderabad. Kukatpally is well connected with Hi-Tech City through Malaysian Township Via Hi-Tech MMTS Railway Station It is well connected with the rest of the city as it falls on the road between Hyderabad and Patancheru which is the last stop for North west bound city buses.
Services:
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Media Vision
EWS 1311, KPHB Colony, Opp. Bank of Maharastra Lane,
Kukatpally, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500072
Ph: 040-23053890
Sree Maruthi Ads
# 1 & 2, 1st Floor, Kalyani Complex, Vivekananda Nagar Kaman,
Kukatpally, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500072
Ph:9849001316
Surya Advertising Concepts
III Floor, Alluri Complex, KPHB Main Road,
Kukatpally, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500072
Ph: 040-55322996

Theatres:
Arjun
Jalvayu Road Shop # 2, Kukatpally, Hyderabad 500072 Landmark: Near Bank of Maharashtra
Ph: 040-23156735
Bhramarambha Theater
1-2-23-3, Hyder Nagar Kukatpally,
Hyderabad 500072
Ph: 040-23892288
Mallikarjuna 70mm Theater
1-2-23-3, Hyder Nagar Kukatpally,
Hyderabad 500072
Ph: 040-23892277
Shiva Parvathi Cinema
Housing Board Kukatpally,
Hyderabad 500872
Ph: 040-23057840
Viswanath 70mm Theatre
1, KPHB Colony Kukatpally,
Hyderabad 500072
Ph: 040-23051797 Beauty Parlours:
Unique Herbal Beauty Parlour
5-4, Sangeet Nagar, , Kukatpally,
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500072
Ph: 040-23067718
Teja\'s Beauty Clinic
MIG I-283, Road No. 4, KPHB Colony,
Kukatpally, Hyderabad,
Andhra Pradesh 500072
Ph: 040-31091163 (M)
Susmitha Herbal Beauty Parlour
Easwar Complex, Opp. Telephone Office,
Bhagyanagar Colony, , Kukatpally,
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500072

Sneha Beauty Parlour
Opp. Old Bus Stop,Kukatpally,
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500072
Ph: 040-23051479
Smile \'N\' Style
101 to 103, Sai Krupa Complex, Bhagyanagar Colony,
Kukatpally, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500072
Ph: 040-3060494
She\'s Beauty Clinic
LIG-66, KPHB Colony, , Kukatpally,
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500072
Ph: 040-23050194
Sai Siri Beauty Clinic
Flat No. 201, Sri Sai Niketan Apartments Bhagyanagar Colony,
Kukatpally, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500072
Ph: 040-23161810
Prerana Beauty Parlour
Sudha Towers, 402, Near Sai Baba Temple Bhagyanagar Colony,
Kukatpally, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500072
Ph: 040-23063625
Leena Huang
Padmavathi Plaza, Shop No.122 , Kukatpally,
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500072
Ph: 040-55207767
Kranthi Hair Styles
Road No. 5, Sri Krishna Estates, KPHB Colony,
Kukatpally, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500072
Ph: 040-23059318
Darpan Herbal Beauty Clinic
107, Panchavati Homes Bhagyanagar Colony,
Kukatpally, Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500072
Ph: 040-55334200
Care Beauty Clinic
Beside Bus Stop, , Kukatpally,
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500072
Ph: 040-56343829
Anjana\'s Herbal Beauty Parlour
Vasista Apartments, G3, Opp. Kavya Nursing Home,
A.S.R. Colony, , Kukatpally, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500072
Ph: 040-55204204

Patancheru

Patancheru is a census town and mandal headquarters in Medak district in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. As of 2001 India censusCensus of India 2001: Data from the 2001 Census, including cities, villages and towns. (Provisional). Census Commission of India. Retrieved on 2007-09-03., Patancheru had a population of 40,332. Males constitute 53% of the population and females 47%. Patancheru has an average literacy rate of 66%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 73%, and female literacy is 57%. In Patancheru, 14% of the population is under 6 years of age. Patancheru beauty_parlours:
Durga Beauty Clinic & Training Institute
Up Stairs Durga Photo Studio, M.G. Road,,
Patancheru, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 502319
Ph:-911-249630
Stylish Hair Saloon Men\'s Beauty Care
4-138, Opp. City Bus Stop, Chandanagar,
Patancheru, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500050
patancheru bookshops
Nagarjuna Stationary General & Paper Mart
Near Mahankali Temple, , Patancheru, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 502319
40031, 41927
Sai Book House Book Stall & Stationery
4-31, Tara Nagar, Lingampally, , Patancheru, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500019
23035095
Sai Datta Book House
Beside Bacha Reddy Sweet House Main Road, Chandanagar,, Patancheru, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500050

Sri Laxmi Narasimha Book Stall
Taranagar, Lingampally, , Patancheru, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500019
23033546
T.T.K. Book Dept
S.No.7, Vijaya Raghava Chamber\'s, Chadanagar, Lingampally,, Patancheru, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh 500019
98481 62726

History of Hyderabad

Hyderabad the capital of Andhra Pradesh, founded in the year 1591 by Mohammed Quli Qutub Shah, the fifth sultan of Qutb Shahi dynasty, offers a fascinating panorama of the past, with richly mixed cultural and historical tradition spanning over 400 years. It is one of the fastest growing cities of India and has emerged as a strong industrial, commercial, technology center, gives a picture of glimpses of past splenders and the legacy of its old history.
The history of Hyderabad begins with the establishment of the Qutb Shahi dynasty. Quli Qutb Shah seized the reins of power from the Bahamani kingdom in 1512 and established the fortress city of Golconda. Inadequacy of water, and frequent epidemics of plague and cholera persuaded Mohammed Quli Qutub Shah to venture outward to establish new city with the Charminar at its centre and with four great roads fanning out four cardinal directions. Hyderabad's fame, strategic location and Golconda's legendary wealth attracted Aurangazeb who captured Golconda after a long seize in 1687. After this defeat the importance of Hyderabad declined and the city fell into partial ruins. As the Moghul empire decayed and began to disintegrate, the viceroy, Asaf Jah I proclaimed himself the Nizam and established independence rule of the Deccan. Hyderabad once again became a major capital city, ruled by successive Nizams of the Asaf Jahi dynasty until the state was merged into Indian Union in 1948.
SECUNDERABAD: In 1798, a subsidiary alliance for military and political cooperation was signed between the Nizam and the British East India company.
There after an area north of what is now the Hussain Sagar was established as a cantonment. The area was named Secunderabad after the then Nizam, Sikander Jah.
From nawabs and pearls to the world's hi-tech happening point, the city's journey is fascinating. The sprawling metropolis is coming to terms with itself at the start of the new millenium. The Qutb Shahi dynasty founded the Kingdom of Golconda, one of the five kingdoms that emerged after the break up of the Bahamani Kingdom. The Qutb Shahis ruled the Deccan for almost 171 years.All the seven rulers were patrons of learning and were great builders. They contributed to the growth and development of Indo-Persian and Indo-Islamic literature and culture in Hyderabad. During the Qutb Shahi reign Golconda became one of the leading markets in the world of diamonds, pearls, steel for arms, and also printed fabric. The glory of the Golconda kingdom ended in 1687, after a valiant struggle. Aurangzeb, the last great Mughal ruler, captured Golconda after a siege that lasted eight months.
Abul Hasan Tana Shah, the last king of Golconda, was imprisoned at Daulatabad, where he died after twelve years in captivity. With the conquest of the Deccan and the South, Aurangzeb succeeded in expanding the Mughal Empire to cover the entire sub-continent. However, after his death in 1707, the Empire rapidly declined. At that time , the Deccan was administered by a Subedar or viceroy of the Mughal Emperor. Mir Quamaruddin, the Governor of the Deccan, who bore the title of Nizam-ul-Mulk Feroze Jung Asif Jah, declared his independence from Mughal rule in 1724.
He thus became the first Nizam and the founder of the Asif Jahi dynasty. Asif Jah I continued to maintain Aruangabad, which had been founded by the Mughal rulers as the capital of his new state. In 1769, Nizam Ali Khan Asif Jah II, shifted the capital to Hyderabad. The seven Nizam's of the Asif Jahi dynasty ruled the Deccan for nearly 224 years, right up to 1948. During the Asif Jahi period, Persian, Urdu, Telugu and Marathi developed simultaneously. The highest official positions were given to deserving persons irrespective of their religion.
Persian was the official language up to 1893 and then Urdu up to 1948. When the British and the French spread their hold over the country, the Nizam soon won their friendship without bequeathing his power. The title "Faithful. Ally of the British Government" was bestowed on Nizam VII. The British stationed a Resident at Hyderabad, but the state continued to be ruled by the Nizam.

The rule of the seven Nizam's saw the growth of Hyderabad both culturally and economically. Huge reservoirs, like the Nizam Sagar, Tungabadra, Osman Sagar, Himayath Sagar, and others were built. Survey work on Nagarjuna Sagar had also begun during this time. Hyderabad, under the Nizam's, was the largest princely state in India. Area wise it was as big as England and Scotland put together. The State had its own currency, mint, railways, and postal system. There was no income tax. Soon after India gained independence, Hyderabad State merged with the Union of India. On November 1, 1956 the map of India was redrawn into linguistic states, and Hyderabad became the capital of Andhra Pradesh.

Charminar

Hyderabad is the capital city of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. Situated in the region of Andhra Pradesh, the city has an estimated population of 6.8 million ( 68 lakh), making it the 5th most populous metropolis in India. Hyderabad is known for its rich history, culture and architecture representing its unique character as a meeting point for North and South India, and its multilingual culture, both geographically and culturally. Hyderabad is also one of the most developed cities in the country. It is now a hub of information technology (or IT), ITES (BPO) and biotechnology.Hyderabad and Secunderabad are the twin cities, separated by the Husain Sagar (bound by the 'Tank Bund'), a man-made lake made during the time of Ibrahim Qutb Shah in 1562. The Charminar (Urdu: "Four Minars") monument, built in the center of Hyderabad by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah in 1591, is a commemoration of the eradication of a plague in the region.

Sultan Quli Qutb Mulk was the founder of the Qutb Shahi dynasty, the ruling family of the Golconda. The dynasty, previously a feudatory of Bahmani sultanate, declared independence in 1512. Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, a ruler of the dynasty, founded the city of Hyderabad on the banks of the Musi River in 1591 this relocation was intended to relieve a water shortage the dynasty had experienced at their old headquarters at Golconda.He also ordered the construction of the Charminar, the iconic monument of the city, in 1591, reportedly in gratitude to the almighty for arresting the plague epidemic before it did irreversible damage to his new city. As Qutb Shahi power and fortune rose during the 16th and early 17th centuries, Hyderabad became a center of a vibrant diamond trade. Golconda diamond mines are the birth place of the most famous diamonds in the world viz. Hope Diamond, Koh-i-Noor,the crown jewel in the crown of Queen Elizabeth. They contributed to the growth and development of Indo-Persian and Indo-Islamic literature and culture in Hyderabad. Some of the sultans were known as patrons of local Telugu culture as well. In the 16th century the city grew to accommodate the surplus population of Golconda and eventually became the capital of the Qutb Shahi rulers. Hyderabad became known for its gardens (called baghs) and its comfortable climate.
Mughal emperor Aurangzeb captured Hyderabad in 1687. During the short Mughal rule, the fortune of Hyderabad declined. Soon, the Mughal-appointed governors of the city gained more autonomy. In 1724, Asaf Jah I, who was granted the title Nizam-ul-Mulk ("governor of the country") by the Mughal emperor, defeated a rival official to establish control over Hyderabad. Thus began the Asaf Jahi dynasty that would rule Hyderabad until a year after India's independence from Britain. Asaf Jah's successors ruled as Nizams of Hyderabad. The rule of the seven Nizams saw the growth of Hyderabad both culturally and economically. Hyderabad became the formal capital of the kingdom and Golconda, the former capital, was all but abandoned. Huge reservoirs, like the Nizam Sagar, Tungabhadra, Osman Sagar, Himayat Sagar, and others were built. Survey work on Nagarjuna Sagar had also begun during this time, the actual work was completed by the government of India in 1969. After the Indian independence in 1947, under the terms of independence from the British, the State of Hyderabad headed by the Prime Minister, the cabinet and the Nizam opted for independence, either as a sovereign ruler or by acquiring Dominion status within the British Empire. India then enforced an economic blockade. As a result Hyderabad state signed a Standstill Agreement with the Indian Union. On September 17, 1948, more than a year after India had gained independence, the Nizam signed the Instrument of Accession to the Indian Union. On November 1, 1956, the states of India were reorganized on linguistic grounds. The territories of the State of Hyderabad were divided between newly created Andhra Pradesh, Bombay state (later Maharashtra), and Karnataka. Hyderabad and the surrounding areas were added to Andhra Pradesh, based on the Telugu speaking community. Thus, Hyderabad became the capital city of the new state of Andhra Pradesh. Lately, the city has been subject to severe social tensions, as revealed in the aftermath of the 18 May 2007 Mecca Masjid bombing which soon was followed by the 25 August 2007 Hyderabad bombings.
The Temple complex overlooking the southern side of Hussain Sagar, offers a fantastic panoramic view of the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. It presents a colorful spectacular sight when illuminated at night.

Ramojifilm City

Ramoji Film City (RFC) is the world’s largest integrated film studio complex, at nearly 1,666 acres. It is also one of Asia’s most popular tourism and recreation centres.Opened in 1996, it is located about 25 km from Hyderabad, India. Established by the Ramoji Group, RFC offers comprehensive and international-standard pre-production, production, and post-production resources for film makers.
RFC offers over 500 set locations. Twenty international films, and nearly forty Indian films can be produced simultaneously in the complex. It has attracted not only filmmakers from Kollywood and Bollywood, but also producers from Hollywood. The RFC infrastructure includes: custom-designed locations & mock-ups, set construction, properties & costumes, shooting stages, cameras and equipment, audio post-production, digital post-production / SFX as well as film processing.
Every year, over a million tourists visit the complex creating revenues in billions of rupees. Ramoji Film City has ousted Hollywood studios to earn a place in the Guinness World Records as the world's largest film studio complex. Within the premises of the fim city are a three star hotel-TARA and a five star hotel-SITARA for the tourists as well as for the film production units.