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11 Astonishing Facts About Golconda Fort
Golconda Fort Facts
1. Diamond mines around
There are many diamond mines near Golconda fort. And due to these diamond mines near the fort, this place was also called as “Diamond Capital” of India in past.
There are a total of 38 diamond mines in India. And out of these 38 mines, 23 are located near Golconda Fort.
Kollur Mine is one of the most famous diamond mines in the world which is near Golconda Fort.
2. Produced world most famous diamonds
You will be surprised to know that some of the most famous diamonds of the world were obtained from the mines near the Golconda Fort.
Some of the famous Diamonds are –
Koh-I-Noor (Now Owned by United Kingdom)
The Blue Hope (USA)
The White Regent (France)
The Gresden Green (Germany)
Daria-i-Noor (Russia)
Nizam and Jacob (India)
Colourless Orlov (Russia)
Moreover, the top four pink diamonds in the world were also obtained by Golconda.
It has also produced some lost diamonds like Great Mogul, Akbar Shah and Florentine Yellow.
3. Kohinoor and other famous diamonds stored in Golconda Fort
There is a vauct inside the fort where the famous diamonds like Koh-I-Noor were once stored.
4. Only Diamond mines in the world
During early times India was the only places that was having a diamond mines in the world. India was the only place from where diamonds were sold all around the world.
5. “Golconda” used by English speakers
By the 1880s, “Golconda” was being used generically by English speakers to refer to any particularly rich mine, and later to any source of great wealth.
In other words, name “Golconda” became a symbol of wealth.
6. UNESCO world heritage site.
This fort comes under the UNESCO world heritage site.
UNESCO is a specialised agency of United Nations.
Aim of this organization is to promote world peace and security through international cooperation in science, education and culture.
7. Golconda Fort – An Archaeological Treasure
Golconda Fort is listed as an archaeological treasure on the official “List of Monuments” prepared by the Archaeological Survey of India under The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act.
8. Secret tunnels and escape routes
It is believed that there is a secret underground tunnel inside one of the durbars in the fort which leads to the bottom of the hill.
It was an escape route for the royals.
But this tunnel has never been found.
9. 240 Kg Stone
Inside the fort, there is an iron-stone that weighs 240 Kg. This stone used to have a special purpose earlier.
At that time if a person wanted a job in the fort then first, he had to pick this stone with one hand.
This was the condition for getting a job in the fort.
10. Specialty of Entrance
There is a place known as Bala Hissor Pavilion in the fort. This place is the highest point of the fort and is 1 km away from the entrance.
If you do a clap at the Entrance it will be clearly heard at Bala Hissor Pavilion.
Not only clap but sound of talking can also be heard from Entrance to Bala Hissor Pavilion.
The entrance was made in this way so that the royals inside the fort can know who has came at their doors.
11. “Hatiyan Ka Jhad” – A 400 year old tree
Inside the fort there is an African Baobab Tree which is known to local residents as “Hatiyan Ka Jhad”.
This tree is more than 400 years old.
It was gifted by Arabian traders to Sultan Muhammad Quli Qutub Shah.
Girth of this tree is 27.40 meters (89 feet). Moreover, a cave forms in between the branches of this tree.
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Timings
9:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. and is opened all the days of week.
Sound and light show timings in Golconda Fort
1st Show English (All Days)
2nd Show in Telugu on Monday, Wednesday & Friday
2nd Show in Hindi on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday.
Show Timings:
(Nov to Feb) 1st Show 6:30pm 2nd Show 7.45pm
(Mar to Oct) 1st Show 7:00pm 2nd Show 8.15pm
Ticket Price and how to reach?
Price for entering the fort is Rs. 30 for Indian Tourist and Rs. 250 for foreigners.
You can reach Golconda Fort from anywhere in Hyderabad City by using metro train. Nearest metro station to Golconda Fort is Peddamma Temple Metro Station and the Jubilee Hills Check Post Metro Station on the Blue line.
From there you can take an auto rickshaw or taxi to reach the fort. It will take you around 20 minutes from the metro station to reach the fort.
Light and Sound Show Price
Executive Class
Adult – Rs.140
Child – Rs.110
Normal Class
Adult – Rs.80
Child – Rs.60
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
(Q.1) What is Golconda Fort famous for?
(Ans) This fort is famous for mines around it specially Kollur Mines which has given many precious diamonds to the world.
(Q.2) Who built Golconda Fort?
(Ans) The rulers of Kakatiya Dynasty built this fort.
(Q.3) Where is this fort located?
(Ans) The fort is located in the western part of Hyderabad City (capital city of Indian State Telangana).
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