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Entrance bridge to Hyderabad, India
Photo by Raja Deen Dayal
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NISHAN-E-HYDERABAD
Documenting the disappearing heritage of Hyderabad:
As the twin cities grow into some of the most important regions of the country, much of its history may be lost to time though the restoration projects being undertaken may retain these seminal symbols of a city once celebrated for its tehzeeb. These Nishans, buildings that are landmarks and icons, are centuries old and conserve the culture and heritage of the 'city of pearls' to this day and anchor the reborn IT hub of the future to its past lives.
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Hyderabad is celebrated for its cuisine (it was designated by UNESCO as a Creative City for Gastronomy in 2019), among which are: the renowned Biryanis that have been savoured by Nizams and nobles, the uniquely Hyderabadi Mirchi-ka-Salan, Kebabs from the Nizamat Rasoi (kitchen), special Haleem which was adapted from an Arab preparation and countless other dishes fondly and proudly relished in the city.
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Collection of National Jewels of Iran
Diamond from Kollur, Golconda
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Also known as the 'City of Pearls', Hyderabad is the main pearl trading centre in India where everything from rare South Sea Pearls to cheap fake ones can be found. In the medieval era, Golconda became a byword for wealth and prosperity due to its seemingly unlimited diamonds. The city's status as a leading producer of diamonds lasted for several centuries until the mines were exhausted due to overexploitation sometime during the rule of the early Nizams. Fortunately, they were soon replaced by pearls and Hyderabad continues to be a focal point for trade in the country.
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