Forgotten Paigah Palace Near Charminar Reopens to Tourists After Restoration

• Khurshid Jah Deodi, a historic palace in Hussaini Alam, Hyderabad, built in 1893 by Paigah noble Nawab Khurshid Jah Bahadur, is set to reopen to tourists.
• Located just one kilometer from Charminar, the palace represents the grandeur and influence of the Paigah family, second only to the Nizams of Hyderabad.
• The Deodi showcases a unique architectural blend of European (Roman, British) and Eastern styles, featuring tall columns, grand arches, and intricate woodwork.
• Once a center of luxury with imported Persian carpets and European crystal chandeliers, the palace suffered neglect but is now undergoing rapid restoration.
• Its reopening will offer visitors a new cultural attraction, revealing a hidden chapter of Hyderabad's rich history and enhancing the Charminar tourist experience.

Why It Matters: Hyderabad's forgotten Khurshid Jah Deodi, a Paigah palace, is restored and opening to tourists.