One of old Hyderabad's grand palaces was the Falaknuma, a huge Neoclassical mansion the Nizam used as a royal guest house. Following Independence, the building fell into disrepair but has been sumptuously restored for use as a five-star hotel by the Taj Group. If your budget can’t stretch to a stay, visit for high tea: the price of the ticket includes a guided tour of the property’s standout rooms and collection of antique furniture and priceless objects de art.
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