Telangana state, with its wide range of themed tourist destinations is a treasured land of heritage structures and one such rare structure is the magnificent Golconda fort. The city of Hyderabad and the surrounding Deccan region have witnessed the rule of many dynasties, over a period of one thousand years. The ancient fort of Golconda flourished as the capital of the Golconda Sultanate. The history of Golconda fort which dates back to several centuries is located in the suburbs of Hyderabad city. .

Golconda was the principal capital of the Qutub Shahi kings. It was also known as Shepherd’s Hill, meaning Golla Konda in Telugu while according to legend, on this rocky hill a shepherd boy had come across an idol and the information was conveyed to the ruling Kakatiya king at that time. The king constructed a mud fort around this spot and after 200 years, Bahmani rulers took possession of the place. Later the Qutub Shahi kings converted this into a massive granite fort, extending 5 km in circumference. The Qutub Shahi’s reign at Golconda ended in 1687 when it was run over by the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.

Golconda fort still features mounted cannons, four drawbridges, eight gateways, and majestic halls, magazines, stables etc. The outermost enclosure is called Fateh Darwaza meaning Victory gate, after Aurangzeb’s army marched successfully through this gate.Telangana Tourism organizes regular sound and light shows at the amazing Golconda fort. The impressive and popular sound & light show at Golconda fort shows the grand history of the rulers of various dynasties.

The Sound and Light Show at the Golconda Fort attracts a large number of tourists who witness the events showing the past of the fort by means of sound and light effects. The breathtaking fort of Golconda leaves the tourists mesmerized, transporting them back to the historic era, given the monumental significance of the centuries-old fort.

One of the majestic forts of Telangana, Golconda fort has been a witness to history from the time when many kings had ruled and several epic battles were fought. The ramparts, cannons, the engineering marvels and other structures here are a delight to visit. The captivating depiction of history related to the Golconda fort, through the popular sound and light show organized here, is indeed a delight for visitors, which takes them back to the years of yore.

How to Reach

Golconda fort is located at a distance of nearly 10 km from Hyderabad and is well-accessible by road.

Where to stay

Haritha Taramati Baradari resort which is located about 3 km from the Golconda Fort, is an ideal destination for accommodation.