Mohammad Quli Qutb Shah – A Commemoration

Jan 11 2021

Today, 11 January, is the death anniversary of Mohammad Quli Qutb Shah, the founder of Hyderabad and the builder of its iconic symbol, the Charminar. Here are a few pictures to commemorate the passing in 1612 CE of arguably the most powerful Qutb Shahi ruler.

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