Experts' Choice Award Golconda Fort
What the experts agree on
A granite hilltop citadel and former diamond-trade capital of the Qutb Shahis, Golconda impresses with massive ramparts, elephant-spiked gates, and a palace crowning its defenses—Hyderabad's most formidable sight.
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Hyderabad's most impressive sight, this monumental fort lies on the western edge of town." Full review
Travel + Leisure "In the 17th century, the citadel was able to stave off the Moghul armies for months. The fort towers over a granite hill and is protected by massive gates with iron spikes to obstruct war elephants." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Built on the rocks, the ramparts and forts defended the royal treasure and the fabulous palace right at the top of the fortress." Full review
Frommer's "Sitting at an elevated height on the outskirts of Hyderabad, Golconda seat of the Qutb Shahis was once a magnificent citadel and center of the world diamond trade. The fort took 62 years to build" Full review
National Geographic
