Hyderabad, among the largest metropolis of India and the state capital of Andhra Pradesh, has the atmosphere of an Arabian Nights fairy tale with elegant palaces, erstwhile stately homes and crowded bazaars. Hyderabad is attached to its twin city, Secunderbad. The twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderbad are separated by the Husain Sagar, an artificial lake.

The palaces and buildings, houses and tenements, gardens and streets have a history and an architectural individuality of their own, which makes Hyderabad a city of enchantment. Hyderabad has rich history and culture with monuments, mosques, temples, a rich and varied heritage in arts, crafts and dance. The city's important landmarks include Charminar, a 16th century gateway, the Salar Jung Museum which exhibits priceless treasures alongside trivia that made up the personal collection of the owner, Mecca Mosque and Golconda Fort. Nagarjunakonda is the site of ongoing excavations which have revealed Buddhist temples, stupas and monasteries.

Climate
Summer- Max 40^oc, Min 25^oc.
Winter- Max 25^oc, Min 11^oc.
Annual Rainfall 400 mm to 2,500 mm.

Places of Interest
Birla Temple, Hussain Sagar, Indira Park, Charminar, Mecca Masjid, Qutub Shahi Tombs, Golconda Fort, Nehru- Zoological Park, Race Course, Tank Bund, Planetarium, Salar Jung Museum.