About Hyderabad
Hyderabad is one of India's major cities, home to around 6,993,262 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Where to eat
Local favourites
Hyderabadi dum biryani
Dum refers to the baking process and basmati rice and meat or vegetables are mixed in a pot and heated for a long time. During the Nizam's t
Double Ka Meetha
A dessert made from bread, milk and dry fruits.
Falooda
A favourite drink of Hyderabad.
Gosht
Made from a buck/billy/young goat, and is associated with the Hyderabadi cuisine. Hyderabadis prize the meat of a male goat.
Hyderabadi Haleem
A dish that is available only during the month of Ramadaan (Ramzan).
Irani chai
This is the tea of Hyderabad, available at any of the ubiquitous "Chai" shops. However, not all of them have the best hygiene and it is best
Shopping
- The British Library
- City Central Library
- State Central Library
In pictures
Hyderabad gallery
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