The Leela Palace, Kempinski Hyderabad is being constructed on prime location of Banjara Hills. The 236 Room hotel is expected to be commissioned by late 2009
About Hyderabad
Hyderabad is the capital city of the Indian state of Andra Pradesh. Situated in the Telangana region of Andhra Pradesh, the city has an estimated population of 6.1 million people, making it the 6th most populous city in India. Hyderabad is known for its rich history, culture and architecture representing its unique characteristic of a meeting point for North and South India, and its multi-lingual culture, both geographically and culturally. Hyderabad is also one of the most developed cities in the country. It is an emerging IT and biotech hub of India. Hyderabad and Secunderbad are twin cities, separated by the Husain Sagar (bound by the 'Tank Bund'), a man made lake made during the time of Ibrahim Qutb Shah in 1562. The Charminar monument, built in the center of Hyderabad by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah in 1591, is a commemoration of the eradication of a plague in the region.
About Leela group of
Leela Group is credited with setting up some of India's leading hotels. Leela Kempinski, Mumbai and The Leela, Goa are two of the best hotels in India, and have won international acclaim. Leela Kempinski, Mumbai has received many rewards for being the best 5 star deluxe hotel in India, and The Leela, Goa voted the best luxury beach resort in India.
The Year 2001 saw the launch of Leela Palace Kempinski, Bangalore. The hotel is built in art deco style recreating the grandeur of The Mysore Maharajas Palace. It is set amidst 8 acres of landscaped garden and waterfalls. It is a palace with the heart of a modern hotel. Its 254 rooms are opulently furnished and are befitting royalty.The newest addition The Leela Kovalam is Kerala's largest resort, built on a rock face cradled between two wide sweeping beaches with a stunning view of the famous Kovalam coastline.
Just half a km. away from Golconda Fort lie the Royal Tombs of Qutub Shahi Kings where seven of the sultans lie buried in the midst of the Ibrahim Bagh. more