The Golconda Fort is one of the most magnificent structures from Hyderabad - The City of Pearls. Legend has it that a shepherd found an idol in the area and soon after the king was informed about this, a mud fort was built around the idol. Thus, the name "Golla Konda" which meant Shepherd's Hill in Telugu. With about 8 mammoth gates, 87 bastions, and a circumference of over 7 km, the fort consists of an intricately designed palace, a mosque, and an armoury.

One of the most significant and marvellous features of this fortress is the excellent acoustics of the structure. Experience the special methods of communications used by the Nawabs in different locations of the fort, such as The Clapping Portico and Royal Courtroom. Keep an eye out for the pointed iron spikes on the gates, that were used to strengthen the fort's defence and make it impenetrable even against enemy elephant attacks.