Aparna Menon, The Hindu, April 2, 2012
It is the 400th death anniversary of Mohammad Quli Qutb Shah, the founder of Hyderabad
This year marks the 400th death anniversary of the founder of
Hyderabad, Mohammad Quli Qutb Shah. So, who was he? The fifth ruler in
the Quli Qutb Shah dynasty, he founded the new city towards the south of
the Musi river in 1591.
He chose the river to eliminate water shortage and linked it to the
hub Golkonda with a stone bridge over the river. This ruler with
foresight was as enterprising as the other rulers in the Qutb Shahi
dynasty started by Sultan Quli Qutb ul Mulk.
“From 1518 to 1687, over a span of 171 years, seven Qutb Shahi kings
ruled over the kingdom. Sultan Quli came to India from Iran and entered
the military service of the Bahamani king. For having quelled trouble in
the Telangana region in 1463 he was made the Subedar of Telangana in
1495, and the title ‘Qutb ul Mulk” was conferred upon him,” says Mr MA
Qaiyum, former Deputy Director of Archaeology and Museums of Andhra
Pradesh.
Beautiful buildings
Not only did Sultan Quli establish the empire he also built beautiful
mosques, palaces and gardens. The establishment of the water channel
system from Talab-e-durg (Durgam Cheruvu) to Golconda, was a remarkable
achievement.
During the reign of Ibrahim Quli Qutb Shah, the third in the lineage,
that Hussainsagar lake was built. Hyderabad became famous for its open
diamond market, where merchants from all over the world came to trade in
diamonds and other precious stones. Telugu literature and poetry
received an impetus during this period.
“Architecture was given a boost during this period, with the
Charminar being his masterpiece. The Qutb Shah rulers were great
builders and patrons of architecture and learning,” continues Mr Qaiyum.
Abdullah Qutb Shah, the seventh ruler, built the cultural pavilion
Taramati Baradari, after the graceful Taramati.
The Qutb Shahi rulers are known for buildings and gardens they built
like Ashrafi Mosque, Hira Mosque, Moti Darwaza, Chini Mosque and Nagina
Bagh. Unfortunately today very few of these remain. They offer insight
into the rulers’ architectural knowledge, rich urban planning, art and
culture. The Seven Tombs, where the rulers are buried, are also known
for the intricate workmanship.
Source: http://www.thehindu.com/life-and-style/kids/article3272929.ece
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