Qutub Shahi Tombs are located in Shaikpet village and mandal, Hyderabad district. These are the tombs of Qutub Shahi Kings, their Queens, family members and other very important persons like Hakeems i.e. Royal Physicians. The complex has a total of 23 mosques, 40 mausoleums, six 'baolis' (step-wells), a 'hamam' (for mortuary bath), pavilions and garden structures. The architectural styleinvolved use of grey granite, with stucco ornamentation and is a one-of-its-kind place in the world where the whole dynasty is buried at a single spot.The monuments in this complex are a blend of Persian, Pathan and Hindu architectural styles which were built with local granite and traditional materials. These tombs are present in a large group on a raised platform. Erected in the memory of the departed kings of Golconda, they are magnificent monuments that have withstood the test of time and nature’s vagaries. They are located one kilometer north of Golconda Fort’s called Banjara Darwaza.

They are imposing marvels of architectural excellence that stand as the reminders of the glory of Golconda kings who have been buried at the same spot in remembrance of their rule. Built by the Qutub Shahis, these tombs are considered to be among the oldest historical monuments of Hyderabad.They lie amidst beautifully landscaped gardens with intricately carved stonework.The Tombs form the most reliable evidence of the Qutub Shahi dynasty and their architectural traditions. These are exquisite structures where every arch, columns, dome minarets, and galleries were created with finesse and are surrounded by landscape gardens called Ibrahim Bagh. It houses seven tombs dedicated to the former kings of Golconda. The QutubShahitombs are dome like structures built on a square base. This is again surrounded by pointed arches. Each tomb is of quadrangular shape and rises around 9 to 15 meters above the terrace. The smaller tombs constitute single stories while the larger tombs are two storied. The Qutub Shahi Tombs are surrounded by enchanting minarets and there is a magnificent tomb with a height of 42.5 m covered by large dome. The tombs were furnished with chandeliers and soft canopies on silver poles. These are the splendid mausoleums of the Golconda Sultans. During the Qutub Shahi period, legend says that these tombs were of great significance that even criminals taking refuge there were given pardon.

Currently, the QutubShahi tombs are maintained well by the Department of Heritage Telanganawith due focus on heritage preservation and restoration and there are even heritage walks organized here. It is a popular destination in the tourist circuit of Hyderabad and visitors who arrive at Golconda fort do not miss to explore these tombs.For heritage lovers, this place is a trip down the memory lane where they can explore the historic structures in the backdrop of the royal dynasties of Hyderabad.