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Today, the Golconda Fort (or what’s left of it) stands in Hyderabad, with walls that tell many tales. The region was famous for its mines, especially the Kollur mines, which extracted some of the most precious gems in history. Golconda became the hub for diamond cutters, during the reign of the Kakatiya dynasty. The original Golconda Fort is rumoured to have been constructed during the Kakatiya empire when a shepherd boy discovered an idol of a god on the site. It is believed that the name Golconda is inspired by “Golla Konda,” meaning “Shepherd’s Hill.” Laad Bazaar is a very old market considered popular for bangles in Hyderabad. It is located on one of the four major thoroughfares emerging from the historic Charminar. Laad actually means lacquer, which is used to make bangles here that h
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