Charminar with synonymous with Hyderabad and it is one of the magnificent structures built by Mohammad Quli Qutub Shah, who is also the founder of Hyderabad city.This is a square structure measuring 31.95 meters on each side with imposing arches spanning a distance of 11 meters. There are four minarets, each having 3 stories rising to a height of 56 meters. The spiral staircase inside the minarets has 146 steps leading to the top with 12 landings. The double screen of arches on the roof and the ornamental arches on the minarets add to the aesthetic value!
