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Golkonda Fort

Hyderabad, India
Ranked #2 of 31 attractions in Hyderabad
4.5 of 5 stars 145 Reviews
Type: Castles, Historic Sites
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Secunderabad, India
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Located around 13 KM away from Hyderabad ..... you need to travel through narrow streets to reach there. Parking is a big Issue Once you enter the Fort - If you admire architecture - its the place to visit. Well Maintained lawns and from the top gives you a panoromic view of the City of Hyderabad. Do not forget to... More

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Hyderabad
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Recently visited the laser & music show. By the time we reached it is already started. But, very good show. Excellent narration & story line. Though maintained well, it still needs care. We have decide to visit it again in a winter season for a full day as we have not visited the place fully. More

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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Climb the stairs to the top of the fort for a rewarding and breathtaking view of Hyderabad City. You will get some amazing holiday pictures here. Take care of your belongings at the entrance to the fort. Expect to pay Rs 100 for foreigners and Rs 5 for Indians. This site has an amazing history so try to arrange a... More

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Mumbai, India
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

The fort is in ruins, well maintained but there is nothing left of the original structure apart from a few restored buildings.....i was amazed with the fact that people were allowed to carry food inside and a lot of people were making most of it by throwing garbage all over the place...the guards and other authorities were completely ignoring this. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

Even with temperature over 40 degrees, it was well worth climbing all those stairs. More

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Kolkata, India
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

we visited the fort in the afternoon.the history of the fort mesmerised us.the local guides are well expert and show you the fort very elaborately.one has to go up and down for around 730 steps.the visit is very much worthy if you value your country's great past. More

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San Diego, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

One of the few ancient forts in India that is really well maintained..Was quite amazed to find the acoustical engineering..Clapping done at the entrance can heard at the top of the fort.. The view over hyderabad is stunning from the top.. More than 300 steep steps are there to reach the top..Take very comfy shoes and water along with you..... More

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Hyderabad, India
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

One of the special Forts whihc is in ruins but still attracts loads of Visitors...I am not sure rather i would put it this way, this is a not great place tht i would like to go and see/marvel at the architecture or anything of tht sort. This is just a dilapalated fort. But just bcoz everyone who visits Hyd... More

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Pune, India
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012
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This is a well maintained fort. The unique aspect of this fort, not found elsewhere, is the acoustic system where a clap at the base of the fort can be heard at the top. The environment inside is clean and litter free. The Fort is very historic and beautiful. We reached at the fort around 4:30pm. The entrance closes at... More

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Orlando, Florida
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012
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Golkonda Fort is a must-see in Hyderabad but be prepared. There is a lot to see so you will want to hire a licensed guide (don't worry, they'll find you) for about six dollars plus a tip. Try to visit at a cooler time of day and be sure to wear a hat as the sun is brutal. Take bottled... More

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