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Hyderabad's Charminar
Abstract: Charminar is a famous landmark in Hyderabad, India. It showcases the city's rich culture and history. Hyderabad founder Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah erected Charminar in 1591. Indo-Islamic architecture with Persian influences. Sultan Qutb Shah built Charminar in 1591. This square edifice with four pillars and intricate carvings is said to honour his wife Bhagmati. Why Charminar was erected is unknown. Many believe Charminar was constructed to celebrate the end of …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Design and Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 72–78 Read article