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Saturday, September 6, 2008

Secret Lake ( Durgam Cheruvu)...hyderabad entertainment for couples

Location : Close to the crafts village, Shilparamam

Timing : 9.30 A.M. to 6.30 P.M.

Fare : Mechanised Boat:(For 20 minutes trip) For Adults: Rs.20/-

For Child: Rs.15/-

Water Scooter : Rs 50/- per trip Pedal Boat (For 20 minutes trip) : Rs. 20/- per head

About Secret Lake Popularly known as " Durgam Cheruvu", the secret lake is situated close to Shilparamam craft Village. The reason behind the intriguing name is ambiguous but many says that for many years there were no roads to reach the lake and it was well kept secret for twenty years. The Durgam Cheruvu lake is spread over an area of 63 acre and is surrounded by hills of the Deccan Plateau.This secret lake is now a haven for visitors with boating facilities, quietitude and fishing activity with a Restaurant. This lake is one best place for the film shootings and it is recommended for the picnic spot. The cost of film shooting is around Rs.75,000/- per day. Boats can also be hired for film shootings at Rs. 2,500/- per day for 4 seater pedal boat and Rs.3,000/- per day for water scooter. The shields of granite rocks around here are said to be only one of its kind in entire Asia that date back to more than 2,500 million years and attract nature and rock lovers from all over. The Lake has been developed as a major tourist attraction in the Hyderabad city by the AP Tourism Department. The Department has provided pedal boating, camping and trekking facilities. A cafeteria and refreshment center are also located on the banks of the Lake.Boating of all types (Mechanised Boat, Water Scooter & Pedal Boat) is readily available here, which is the major highlight of this place. The A.P Tourism department has fixed a separate tariff for each type of boat ride. The trip on a mechanised boat would be really thrilling as it takes you from one end of the lake to the other. Similarly a ride on a 'putty', which is newly introduced, is also quite thrilling and it would cost you around Rs. 20/- per trip.

You can also have very good time, exploring the rocky terrains. If you want to relax and have good leisure, away from the bustle of city culture, then this is the right place for you.

Tuesday, September 2, 2008

Sanghi Temple

Location : 25 km. from Hyderabad

Best time to visit : Around the year

Presiding Deity : Lord Venkateshwara

Other Deities : Padmavati, Shiva, Rama, Anjaneya, Ganesha, Navagrahas, Goddess Ashtalakshimi, Durga and Kartikeya.

architecture : Chola-Chalukya Style

about Sanghi Temple Enchanting Sanghi temple is located in Sanghi Nagar, 25 kms from Hyderabad. It is situated in a hillock called as Paramanand Giri, as one enters a huge Maha Dwaram or gateway welcomes the visitors. A little further away, a long flight of steps leads to the entrance of the temple complex. The presiding deity of the complex is Lord Venkateshwara , 9-½ ft tall. A heavy, beautifully carved door forms the main entrance of the temple complex. The majestic temple complex is built in the Chola-Chalukya style of architecture and hosts all important Hindu god idols.If you stand at the foot of the hillock, one is awestruck to see the three Gopurams towering into the blue sky. And before ascending to the temple complex on top, one stops by at the shrine of Lord Anjaneya, son of the wind God, who is believed to guide the devotees to the abode of Gods. The red-faced Lord Anjaneya is the embodiment of death to the demons and his very name drives away all evils. Other Temples inside the complex You can explore other small temples inside the complex dedicated to Padmavati, Shiva, Rama, Anjaneya, Ganesha, Navagrahas, Goddess Ashtalakshimi, Durga and Kartikeya. There is also a Pavitra Vanam or a holy garden in the temple complex where special leaves and flowers are grown for performing poojas. The complex also consist a Kalyana Mandapam where marriages and other auspicious ceremonies are performed. Different poojas are performed each day. Besides some special poojas are performed during festivals. Flower For Gods can take the exotic flowers for the Gods which are grown in the 'Pavitra Vanam' or "Holy Garden". Plots have been demarcated for each deity and special leaves and flowers are grown for performing pujas. Timings of the TempleThe temple opens early in the morning at 5.00 am. For one hour, Suprabhatam is recited, followed by Archana to the deities from 6 am to 8 am. General darshan for the devotees is allowed from 8.30 am to 10.30 am and 4 pm to 6 pm. Poojas and Sevas are held between 6 pm and 8 pm. The temple remains closed between 12 am and 4 pm and after 8 pm. Weekly Abhishekam is performed to the deities between 8 am and 9 am - Sri Ramalingeshwara (Mondays) Sri Hanuman (Tuesdays), Sri Venkateshwara, Ashtalakshmi, Parvathi, Padmavathi and Rama (Fridays).Festivals in the templeFestivals like Sivaratri, Sri Rama Navami, Krishnashtami, Vinayaka Chaturthi, Dussera, Hanuman Jayanthi and Brahmotsavams are performed with religious fervor and gaiety. It is a favourite getaway point for the Hyderabadis as well as a popular tourist spot.

Entertainment & Recreation

The fifth largest metropolitan city of India, Hyderabad, does not bore the tourists. The city provides a number of places and activities that tend to brighten up the things. There are numerous entities that serve as popular entertainment in the city. Established in the city are scores of cinema halls and theatres. The cinemal halls feature Hindi as well as Hollywood movies. The theatres like cinema halls often feature shows and performances. The traditional puppet show at Hyderabad Puppet Theatre is one good experience. The puppet shows, primarily meant for children, are based on informative topics and presented in an entertaining way. Performances are frequently held at various auditoriums in the city. Amusement parks established in the city also avail wonderful opportunities. These parks are filled with a lot of amusement and entertaining stuff. There is Ocean Park, Treasure Island and Elles World, Located in the city which provide the said avenues. Even if you are hooked up with work during the day, there is night and of course nightlife. The nightlife in the city is one way to get over with the things and get a blast at some rocking party. The discotheques and pubs, established in the city, are really handy. And to complement all there are beautiful lakes, museums, parks and gardens. To make it all simple there is enough, at Hyderabad, to enjoy.

hyderabad

The capital of the state of andhrapradesh, Hyderabad is the fifth largest city in India with an ancient civilisation and culture. Attached to the city is its twin , Secunderbad, which is part of Hyderabad. The twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderbad are separated by the Husain Sagar, an artificial lake constructed during the time of Ibrahim Quli Qutb Shah Wali in 1562 A.D.

The city is nearly 400 years old and is noted for its natural beauty, mosques and minarets, bazaars and bridges, hills and lakes. It is perched on the top of the Deccan Plateau, 1776ft., above sea level, and sprawls over an area of 100 Sq. miles.

A multitude of influences have shaped the character of the city. Its palaces and buildings, houses and tenements, gardens and streets have a history and an architectural individuality of their own, which makes hyderabad a city of enchantment.

Hyderabad was founded on the River Musi five miles east of Golconda, in 1591-92 by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah. In the 16th century the city grew spontaneously to accommodate the surplus population of Golconda, which was the capital of the Qutb Shahi rulers. Many buildings sprang up along the River Musi. Gradually the city grew.

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 khanAsif 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, Telgu 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 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.

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