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A £5 charge now applies to vehicles dropping off passengers at the designated drop-off zones, located directly outside the terminals. Discounts and exemptions will apply. Free drop-off will be available at the Long Stay car parks.

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    • Hyderabad

    Hyderabad travel guide

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    Overview

    At first glance, Hyderabad seems to have a split personality: the more modern west side is the centre of India's software industry and oozes a feeling of wealth and prosperity; the east side is Hyderabad's old Muslim quarter, and is home to most of the city's historical buildings and monuments. The two halves are separated by the Musi River.

    Hyderabad is famous for its monuments, and the Old City is a must-see for visitors, including striking attractions such as the Charminar, the Qutb Shahi Tombs, the UNESCO-listed Chowmahalla Palace, and the Spanish Mosque. One could easily spend days simply looking at the buildings in Old Hyderabad, but the city's museums are also excellent, including the Salar Jung Museum, the Surendrapuri, the City Museum, and the Telangana State Archaeology Museum, all showcasing different aspects of Hyderabad's history and culture. The local tourism department organises guided heritage walks on weekends.

    As a bustling metropolis, getting around in Hyderabad can prove to be a challenge. The fastest way is by taxi or auto rickshaw; however, there is also a good bus system, with routes displayed in English.

    Hyderabad is known as the City of Pearls (once famous for its diamonds and pearls), so it's no wonder that shopping is a major pastime. Many traditional and historical bazaars are located throughout the city: the Golden Mile consists of a number of shopping plazas, malls, and designer boutiques; while Laad Bazaar is popular for its variety of traditional and cultural antique wares.

    Just outside of Hyderabad, the Ramoji Film City is the world's largest integrated film studio and theme park, and one of the most popular tourist spots in India. Ramoji is a great place to get a taste of Bollywood, as tours are conducted regularly.

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    Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
    Location: The airport is located 19 miles (25km) from Hyderabad city centre.
    Time: GMT +5.30
    Getting to the city: Pushpak offers a comfortable, air-conditioned bus service to and from a number of destinations within Hyderabad. There is also a bus service to other destinations operated by APSRTC.
    Car Rental: Car rental companies operate at the airport, but it's best that travellers intent on renting vehicles hire local drivers who are familiar with India's challenging driving conditions.
    Airport Taxis: Meru and Sky radio taxis are available at the airport. They are air conditioned and metered. Surcharges will be charged at night.
    Facilities: The airport offers a prayer room, smoking areas, medical facilities, a lost and found, baggage wrapping services, and shower facilities. There are also many places to eat, drink and shop, including a duty-free section.
    Parking There is space for more than 3,000 vehicles in different zones. Prices range from about INR 50 for the first half hour, to INR 300 for 24 hours. There are long-term parking facilities available.
    Website: www.hyderabad.aero
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    Companies flying to Hyderabad

    British Airways