Travellers taking an average range of cost of flight to Hyderabad<\/u><\/strong> soon realize why this magnificent place is known as India\u2019s City of Pearls. Extensive regarded as a hotbed of invention and prosperity, the city\u2019s recent status as the hi-tech center of India, exemplified by a twinkling financial district, blends seamlessly with the architectural ornaments of the past. The Old City is a visual feast of ornate tombs, enchanting palaces, centuries-old temples, and mosques.<\/p>\n

While the city of Agra has the TajMahal, Hyderabad is home to the Charminar. Its name translating literally into English as Four Towers, the Charminar monument and mosque is the definitive symbol of the city and is one of India\u2019s most recognizable structures. A magnificent view of the city awaits anyone who stands atop one of the four minarets. Elsewhere, other architectural masterpieces are in abundance. The Golconda Fort is an actually spectacular ancient wall, its immense size covering an area of 6 miles (10 km). A light and sound show is held within the ruins every evening, while the area around the fort is a delightful mishmash of small shops selling all manner of goods.<\/p>\n

Away from the significant legacy of the Old City, the west side is home to India\u2019s software industry and is where Microsoft have their Indian base. The sleek, modern buildings of this area are in complete contrast to the ancient wonders of the Old City but provide an authentic plethora of fine-dining restaurants and chic lounge bars within which many an entertaining evening can be spent. Indeed, those looking for more modern fascinations in this fine city are never disappointed.<\/p>