Hyderabad (Pakistan)

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Hyderabad, population 1.7 million, is the second largest city of Sindh province and the 8th largest city in Pakistan. Lying along the River Indus, it is rich in culture, traditions and history. It was the former capital of Sindh for many centuries, and used to be known as the Paris of India, due to belief that streets of the city were washed every morning with clean drinking water from the River Indus. Hyderabad is now an important commercial and cultural center, and serves as a transit between the rural and the urban Sindh. Noteworthy sights in Hyderabad include the tombs of the Kalhora and Talpur rulers, two royal fortresses, and the miles-long bustling and colourful Shahi Bazaar.

Hyderabad (Pakistan) Halal Travel Guide

History

Hyderabad's early history dates back to a small fishing village on the River Indus known as Neroon Kot, named after its local Sindhi ruler Neroon.

Later, Hyderabad was founded in 1768 by Kalhora ruler Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro on the ruins of Neroon Kot and the city was made capital of Sindh. It started to expand, progressed and flourished, and obtained the nickname of Heart of the Mehran as the Kalhora ruler Mian Ghulam Shah was said to have fallen in love with the city. After the death of the last Kalhoro ruler and the Talpur dynasty conquered the region. The city expanded, progressed and flourished more under the Talpur rulers. Talpur rule lasted until 1843, when the British colonial empire conquered the region, making the city into part of the Bombay Presidency of the empire.

After the independence of Pakistan in 1947 and the minority Hindus and Sikhs migrated to India, while the Muslims refugees from India were settled in refugee camps in Hyderabad. Nearly all Hindus of Hyderabad left for India due to better socio-economic prospects in India. The massive migration of Muhajirs into Pakistan after the independence of Pakistan in 1947 raised the population levels of the city to an extreme. The late 1980s saw a black period in the history of Hyderabad, as riots and violence broke out between the Muhajirs and Sindhi nationalist parties, due to which the social fabric of the city was damaged. Until 1955 the city of Hyderabad served as the capital of Sindh province, which was later dissolved and Karachi was made the capital of Sindh.

How is the Climate in Hyderabad (Pakistan)

Hyderabad has a relatively mountainous climate, somewhat more pleasant than other parts of Central Sindh throughout the year. Summer and winter are the two main seasons, while spring and autumn are very short. The period from mid-April to late June is the hottest time of the year with temperatures as high as 48.5 °C. Winters are usually warm, around 25°C during the day time and often below 10 °C at night, and are the best time to visit the city. The highest ever recorded temperature in Hyderabad is 48.5°C in 1991, while the lowest is 1°C in 2012.

Travel to Hyderabad (Pakistan)

By car

Hyderabad is connected with rest of Pakistan through National Highways # N-5 and # N-55 (the Indus Highway). Travellers coming from the north of Pakistan, usually prefer to come via the N-5, whereas travellers coming from the north-west of Pakistan prefer to use the N-55. Hyderabad is connected with Karachi both via a highway and motorway but travel by the Monday - 9 motorway (Super Highway) is preferred. It's 150km long and the journey take about two hours.

Travel on a Bus in Hyderabad (Pakistan)

Plenty of air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned buses and vans run to Hyderabad from other major cities of Pakistan. A journey from Karachi cost around Rs 200 (non-air-conditioned) or Rs 250 (air-conditioned), whereas from Sukkur the price is Rs 500 (non air-conditioned) or Rs 700 (air-conditioned).

By Rail

Hyderabad train station outside - Outside the train station

Hyderabad is served by Hyderabad junction station GPS 25.38103,68.37353 as well as nearby Kotri train station GPS 25.36714,68.29775 and has railway connections with almost all the major (Pakistani) cities and towns. Most trains travelling between Karachi and rest of the nation make a brief stop at Hyderabad. Hyderabad station is a major railway junction - the largest and busiest station in Pakistan besides Karachi.

If you're travelling from northern Punjab with both speed and comfort as a priority and the Karakoram Express is one of the best choices. This train runs daily non-stop between Lahore and Karachi and is faster than other trains, taking less than 20 hours travel duration, because it makes only a few stops, whereas other trains make stops at every major station along the route and are usually delayed as well. The Karakoram Express has both economy and air-con class lodging. A ticket (berth) on the Karakoram Express in air-con class will cost not more than Rs 5,000.

Other than that, plenty of trains (both economy and air-conditioned class) run from Lahore as well other major big cities such as Peshawar, Faisalabad, Multan, Quetta, and Rawalpindi on a daily basis. But expect them to be slower, as they make stops at every train station along the way. Tezgam or Shalimar Express have air-conditioned class so are best preferred for Muslim travellers from Punjab; other air-conditioned class trains are Khyber Mail for travelers from Peshawar, The Bolan Mail is recommended for Muslim travellers from Quetta, although this train calls at Kotri train station.

How to get around in Hyderabad (Pakistan)

Transportation is by private car, taxi, or rickshaw.

Unlike in Karachi, black and white taxis do not operate in Hyderabad. Taxis are generally private cars and operated by taxi companies, so they cannot be hailed on streets, since distinguishing between a taxi and a private vehicle may be difficult. You can ask at a hotels to arrange a taxi, or call the taxi company offices. These taxis are usually air-conditioned, modern and clean fleet which makes them the most comfortable, luxurious way to navigate around the city of Hyderabad especially in the blistering hot weather of Summer.

Rickshaws provide affordable and quick transportation within the city. Shared rickshaws, which are somewhat different from a traditional motorcycle rickshaw, are another option.

There are plans for metro bus and train systems to be built.

What to see in Hyderabad (Pakistan)

Pakka Qila view3 - Pakka Qila fort

• Pakka Qila - Hyderabad Fort | Makki Shah Road 25.3844, 68.3727 - Pakka Qila ("strong fort") was built on one of the three hills on which the city was built by the Kalhoro ruler Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro during the 17th century. Though today the massive historic fort is badly maintained and deteriorating, it still is the most notable landmark of Hyderabad, and a must-see from outside at the least. Most of the area inside the compound is inhabited by refugees from the 1947 population exchange. The construction of the fort was begin in 1766 AD and completed by 1768. Later and the Talpur rulers conquered Hyderabad and settled inside the fort, until they were defeated by the British in 1843. The main gate of the fort is still there for visitors to see and take photographs. The fort was built using fire-baked bricks giving it the name of the strong fort.

• Kacha Qila - Maki Shah Qila, Weak Fort, Old Fort | Makki Shah Road 25.3789376, 68.3633411 - This fort was built in 1768 by the same Kalhoro ruler who built Pakka Qila. However, it used unbaked clay bricks, as opposed to fired baked bricks which which Pakka Qila was built. Thus the name Kacha Qila which means "weak fort". The fort is in a very desolated state. Today, most people head to the fort to visit the shrine of Makki Shah built on the hill of the fort. Both the Pakka Qila and Kacha Qila are deteriorated and in a desolate state now, but they are good examples of early modern fortifications.

• Rani Bagh - Hyderabad Zoo | Qasimabad 25.38223, 68.34305 - This popular local recreation spot was built in 1861 and named after Queen Victoria of England ("Rani Bagh"="Queen's Garden"). The park includes Eidgah (an open-air mosque with beautiful pink minarets for the annual Eid prayers), a zoo, lawns, children parks, jogging tracks, and a place with many eateries and food kiosks. The zoo contains a limited selection of animals (monkeys and crocodiles, but no lions or bears), as well a large fishing pond. It is quite run-down by international standards.

• Institute of Sindhology Museum University of Sindh, Jamshoro founded in 1962, it is one of the major resources on the history of Sindh and was the first research institution of its kind, and brought Sindhology to the forefront of international research. It has dioramas which display many aspects of Sindhi history, legacy, music and culture. Some very interesting dioramas depict the lifestyles of the desert tribes of Thar and Kohistan. The museum has archaeological, ethnological, ethno-musical, photographic, coins, Indus-painting, and general sections. Artifacts on display in the museum represent the history and demography of the region. The collections contain archaeological material, wood-work, thread-work, metal-work, leather-work, pottery, jewellery, coins, armaments, photographs, and paintings that have been collected since the 1970s. A special gallery contains portraits of prominent personalities.

Sindh museum - Sindh Museum building

• Sindh Museum Qasimabad 25.38496, 68.33767 Opening Hours: 10AM Monday - 5PM, closed on Wednesdays Rs 10 local and Rs 200 for foreigner A quite large museum has many nice items on display in large halls which depict the history and legacy of Sindh and Indus Valley Civilization. Items and artefacts from various ruling periods of Sindh, including Sama, Soomra, Kalhora and Talpur periods are showcased in the museum. Museum have plenty of galleries where replicas of people belong to different occupations placed showing their daily life.

Tomb of the Kalhoro ruler Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro - view 5 - Tomb of Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro

• Tomb of the Mian Ghulam Nabi Kalhoro 25.41097, 68.36396 - The large and beautiful tomb of Kalhora ruler Mian Ghulam Nabi Kalhoro decorated with tiles is well preserved, although its dome collapsed and has now been replaced by a flat roof. The Kalhora dynasty ruled Sindh from 1701 to 1783.

• Tombs of Talpur Mirs Hirabad 25.404905, 68.365707 - A complex houses numerous impressive royal tombs of ruling Talpur dynasty, who ruled Sindh and some other parts of Pakistan from 1784-1843.

• Navalrai Market Clock Tower - Ghanta Ghar | 25.3988087, 68.3692747 An impressive tower overlooking the Shahi Bazaar. Built by the British in 1914.

• Badshadi Bungalow - Badshahi Bungalow 004 A Palace of the Talpur dynasty, constructed in 1863.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Hyderabad (Pakistan)

Navalrai Market Clock Tower view 2 - Navalrai Market Clock Tower

Hyderabad is one of the largest bangle producers in the world.

• Shahi Bazaar 25.39064, 68.37188 - A several kilometre long narrow lane bazaar. Shahi comes from the word 'Shah' meaning 'king', as the bazaar was first established by Kalhora ruler who, when he changed the capital of Sindh from Khudabad to Hyderabad, persuaded many traders to come and start trading at this bazaar. It extends from the gate of the Pakko Qilo Fort in the south, to the Naval Rai Clock Tower. Plenty of souvenirs, handicrafts, embroidery and jewellery shops can be found here at a range of qualities and prices. Many shops also sell Ajrak and Sindhi caps. Resham Gali Bazaar branches off the side of Shahi Bazaar.

• Resham Gali Bazaar 25.38865, 68.36956 Another street market, focusing on women's clothing and jewelry.

• New Hala Handicrafts City Gate ☎ +92 22 2613096 - A large shop dedicated to quality handicrafts and souvenirs of Sindh especially Ajrak and Sindhi cap at affordable prices.

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Halal Food & Restaurants in Hyderabad (Pakistan)

International food franchises such as KFC, McDonald's (Please do not support McDonald's as McDonald's supports Israel. Shun this restaurant group and go for altertative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned restaurant) and Pizzas Hut exist in Hyderabad.

• Royal Taj Restaurant - Autobhan Road ☎ +92 22 381202 +92 22 111-555-825 An upscale restaurant with nice ambience. Menu consist of (Pakistani), Cafe B Q, Chinese and Continental dishes.

• De Gravity Main Autobhan Road, Latifabad, ☎ +92 22 3821349 - A fine dining sophisticated restaurant cum cafe with some very elegant menu consist of continental main courses. Popular with youngster especially during weekends and on especial occasions.

• Midway Hill Restaurant National Highway Opposite Central Jail ☎ +92 22 2610205 - A economical restaurant serve some delicious (Pakistani) food.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

There are many affordable lodgings and hotels at affordable charges scattered outside and near the Hyderabad train station.

• Hotel Paradise - ☎ +92 22-2731772, +92 22 2731773 400 (single) and 700 (double) - Has free WiFi and only non-airconditioned rooms.

• Al-Zaib Hotel 25.3816813, 68.371444 ☎ +92 22 231833 550 (single), 800 (double) and 2,000 for air-conditioned double room Has both non-airconditioned and air-conditioned rooms.

• Al-Sadaat Hotel Station Road 25.3821302, 68.3713597 ☎ +92 22 2731739, +92 22 2731811 800 non-airconditioned and 1,800 air-conditioned Has both non-airconditioned and air-conditioned rooms as well Free Wifi in rooms.

• Taj Hotel - ☎ +92 22 2731706, +92 22 2731840 500 (double) - Has only non-airconditioned rooms.

• Hotel Rainbow - ☎ +92 22 2731936 600 (double) - Has only non-airconditioned rooms.

• Hyderabad Hotel - ☎ +92 22 2731857 800 non-airconditioned and 2,000 air-conditioned - Has both non-airconditioned and air-conditioned rooms.

• Hotel Faran Saddar ☎ +92 22 2780194 2,500 (single) hotel with some 40 rooms. Rooms are equipped with air-condition, cable T/V , fridge and other basic amenities.

• Hotel City Gate National Highway, Jail Road 25.4075535, 68.3668287 ☎ +92 22 2611677, +92 22 2611744, +92 22 2611197 3,000 (single), 3,800 (double) and 6,000 deluxe A centrally air-conditioned hotel with some 25 rooms. Rooms are equipped with air-condition, cable T/V , fridge and other basic amenities.

• Hotel Ritz Sadder hotel with some 10 rooms. Rooms are equipped with air-condition, cable T/V , fridge and other basic amenities.

• Hotel Indus - Thandi Sarak 25.380041, 68.337783 ☎ +92 22 2781903 4 - An upscale hotel with some 50 air-condition rooms in different styles, 24 hour room service and several restaurants options, including (Pakistani) dishes but also an in-house Pizzas Hut.

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