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Occupants. Bahmani Sultanate, Golconda Sultanate, Mughal Empire. Golconda is a fortified citadel and ruined city located in the western outskirts of Hyderabad, Telangana, India. [1] [2] The fort was originally built by Kakatiya ruler Pratāparudra in the 11th century out of mud walls. [3]
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- Archaeological Survey of India
Golconda, historic fortress and ruined city lying 5 miles (8 km) west of Hyderabad in western Telangana state, southern India. From 1518 to 1591 it was the capital of the Quṭb Shāhī kingdom (1518–1687), one of five Muslim sultanates of the Deccan. The territory of Golconda lay between the lower.
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Dec 29, 2022 · People & Culture. How an impregnable fort city was finally breached by treachery. Golconda in modern-day Telangana carries the legacy of the Qutb Shahi dynasty’s bejewelled past. By Manu S Pillai. 29 December 2022. Illustrated by Jishnu Bandyopadhyay.
The Golconda Fort, situated in the state of Telangana, encapsulates a veritable treasure of history, art and architectural excellence. It has stood witness to centuries of political events which shaped the history of the region.
Golconda Fort is located in the western part of Hyderabad city and is about 9 km from the Hussain Sagar Lake. The outer fort occupies an area of three square kilometers, which is 4.8 kilometers in length. Sound and Light show in Golconda Fort is presently stopped due to Technical Issue.
Jun 10, 2015 · Golconda, also known as Golkonda or Golla konda, a fort of Southern India and capital of medieval Golconda Sultanate (c.1518–1687), is situated 11 km west of Hyderabad, Telangana. It is also a mandal of Hyderabad District. The region is known for the mines that have produced some of the world's most famous gems, including the.
Siege of Golconda. The siege of Golconda was a siege of Golconda Fort between the Qutb Shahi dynasty and the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, occurring in January 1687, lasting 8 months. The fort was home of the Kollur Mine. The Golconda Fort was considered to be an impregnable fort on the Indian subcontinent. [3] .
