Charminar PIN Codes: 500002 to 500066 | Hyderabad, Telangana

Key Facts

Charminar is a historic monument and landmark located in the heart of Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Positioned in the old city area of Hyderabad, this iconic structure stands at the intersection of four major roads that extend in cardinal directions, forming the bustling Charminar market district. Built in 1591 by Muhammad Quli Qub Shah, the fifth ruler of the Qutb Shahi dynasty, Charminar serves as both a mosque and a global symbol of Hyderabad's rich cultural heritage. The monument's name translates to 'Four Minarets' in Urdu, referring to its four grand arches and 56-meter tall minarets that dominate the city skyline. While Charminar itself doesn't have a residential population, the surrounding area is one of Hyderabad's most densely populated commercial and residential zones, with thousands of residents and daily visitors. The monument complex includes a mosque on the top floor and various shops and markets surrounding its base. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site tentative list entry, Charminar represents the architectural brilliance of the Qutb Shahi period and continues to be a major tourist attraction and religious site. For those seeking to access postal code information for the surrounding commercial establishments and residential areas in this historic district, detailed location data is available.

Neighboring Regions

• Laad Bazaar
• Makkah Masjid
• Charkaman
• Gulzar Houz
• Patthargatti