FACTS ABOUT TARAMATI BARADARI
1) Taramati Baradari is all about the legendary romance of an ordinary woman singer and a prominent ruler of a famous dynasty - 7th Sultan of the Qutub Shah dynasty of Golconda, Hyderabad. This is a true story of the “have and have not”, bound together by some nature’s force. Here the nature’s force being the sweet, melting voice of an unknown woman that touched the heart of a ruler of a vast land. 2) Abdullah Qutb Shah used to hear Taramati’s voice as she sang for travelers at the serai, while he sat two kilometers away at Golconda fort. 3) Another story tells us that two ravishing dancing sisters, Taramati and Premamati, danced on ropes tied between their pavilion and the balcony of the king and patron, Abdulla Qutub Shah. 4) About half a mile north of the fort, lies the Qutub Shahi kings and queens grave amid a cluster of carved royal tombs, in what once their rose gardens were. 5) As a tribute to Taramati and Premamati, they both were buried in the royal cemetery of the Qutub Shahi kings. 6) The Qutub Shahi Tombs hold this testimony true, for all the stories and lore’s told about them. Their romance remains still effervescent; overwhelming its visitors with their tales. 7) A clap on the balcony of the Baradari could be heard in the Golkonda fort. The Baradari is built in a special acoustic structure which allowed the wind to carry the sweet voice of Taramati to the Fort. 8) It was built in the period 15 CE.
FEATURE Well, as I am final year B. Arch student. So, I did a case study and visited the place quite a few times. I think it’s a big open place, nice visual views to look at, climate and the atmosphere is preferably good and indeed it’s a calm resort. 3pm to 6pm is the best time for the visitors, quite a few halls and auditoriums are there but then all are closed and even the rooms there aren’t that happening but obviously well for a one night stay. The restaurant food is average and the cameras aren’t allowed. The swimming pool there is simply designed and there is nothing appealing in it and many views like Golconda fort, seven tombs can be seen from the hill of Taramati Baradari. Saad Khan, Student
There is certainly something musical about this place. The architecture of this historical building is keeping in mind the acoustics. It is believed that Taramati used to sing at this place and her voice could be heard at the Golconda Fort. Don’t try this now; this was true when there was wilderness between these two places. What one can try now is singing, right at the centre of the building and you’ll sound striking the right chord.... A splendid experience for a music lover. Imran Nassiri, 4th year AR student
It is a beautiful place. I have been there once and I must say, this place has something that I want to go there again. It is said that Taramati used to sing for the travelers at serai and her voice was carried to the ears of sultan sitting few kilometers away from her at the Golconda fort. See… that is the specialty of this place. This place is amazing to visit with family on a Sunday morning or any other time too. I think our generation should keep visiting such places as there is so much to learn and so much to see. I would surely go back to this place again! Sai Prashant, Mechanical engineer
The Taramati Baradari is a lovely property, though a little away from the thick of things in Hyderabad. However, as we were having a leisurely holiday trip, the location was fine with us. The resort has been constructed below the Taramati pavilion which rises atop a hillock adjacent to the property and has a magical effect especially at night when it is lit up. Behind the resort, is, a patch of forest which attracts a large and diverse birdlife and several sounders of pigs. The Golconda fort is visible too from the resort, rising in the distance, recreating a feeling of the past. Fahad Osmani - Student
Taramati Baradari is considered to be one of the finest hotels at the moment for the aesthetic ambience it posses. Furthermore, the history it holds about the intricate fables about Abdullah Qutub Shah and Taramati adds to its appeal and continues to fascinate tourists all across the world. The architectural beauty that it holds fascinates fellow art lovers. Apart from its grand appearance, it is also well equipped with a multi cuisine restaurant, a banquet hall, an open air auditorium and other such facilities. Jazim Mujeed- Traveler
LOCATION : Taramati Baradari, Near Vasavi Engineering College, Ibrahimbagh, Gandipet, Hyderabad. Ph: 23450165 TIMINGS : Open form 11am–6pm throughout weekdays and weekends TULIP - SEPTEMBER, 2016 49