The district of Hyderabad represents a happy blend of tradition and modernity. Situated in the state of Andhra Pradesh, the district was the seat of the Asaf Jahi dynasty, and came to be known as the city of Nizams. Resplendent in the architectural legacy left behind by the Nizams, the district now hosts a contemporary and modern lifestyle, catering to the many different communities of people residing in the state.

History of Hyderabad District
The history of Hyderabad district is one of bewitching palaces, timeless corridors, fairy-tale courtyards and whispering water ways. It was the seat of the extremely wealthy Nizams of Hyderabad. Hyderabad, India`s fifth-largest city was founded in 1590 by Muhammad Quli, the fourth king of the Qutab Shahi dynasty. After Aurangzeb`s death in 1707, Mughal control over this part of India rapidly waned and the Asaf Jahi viceroys who had been installed to look after the interests of the Mughal Dynasty broke away to establish their own independent state. In 1798, a subsidiary alliance for military and political cooperation was signed between the Nizam and the British East India Company. Thereafter an area north of what is now the Hussain Sagar Lake was established as a cantonment. The area was named Secunderabad after the then Nizam, Sikander Jah. Both Hyderabad and Secunderabad grew together and have now merged. An imaginary line drawn across the Tank bund is still used to distinguish the two cities.

Geography of Hyderabad District
The district of Hyderabad is located between 1degree 11 mins of the Northern Longitude and 78 degree 27 mins of the Eastern Longitude. Situated on the Deccan plateau, it occupies an area of 217 square kilometres. The climate of Hyderabad district is mostly Tropical Wet and Dry. During summer the maximum temperature is 40 degree Celsius and the minimum temperature is 22 degree Celsius and the minimum is 13.8 degree Celsius. During the Monsoons also the temperature goes down at times. Thus, for most parts of the year the weather and climate of Hyderabad district remains fairly moderate. The average rainfall in the district is 89 cm, from June to September.

Economy of Hyderabad District
The Non-Agriculture sector is the basis of the economy of the district covering 98.09 percent of the total Geographical area of the district is put to Non-Agricultural uses indicating predominance of non-agricultural activities in the district. Hyderabad is known as the city of pearls, lakes and, lately, for its IT companies. Products such as silverware, saris, Nirmal and Kalamkari paintings and artefacts, unique Bidri handcrafted items, lacquer bangles studded with stones, silk ware, cotton ware and handloom-based clothing materials are made and traded through the city for centuries. Hyderabad is also a major centre for pharmaceuticals with companies such as Dr. Reddy`s Laboratories, Matrix Laboratories, Hetero Drugs Limited, Divis Labs, Aurobindo Pharma Limited, Lee Pharma and Vimta Labs being housed in the city. The prime exports of the region are Basmati rice and spices, medical transcription and oil exports.

Administration of Hyderabad District
All the rural areas of erstwhile Hyderabad District have been included in Ranga Reddy District, while the area of Municipal Corporation of Hyderabad (excluding a small part), Secunderabad Cantonment, Lalaguda and Osmania University are included in Hyderabad District. There are 66 villages in the District and they are grouped into erstwhile talukas, Viz., Charminar, Golconda, Musheerabad and Secunderabad. The lower level administrative set-up was restructured by the Government and consequently the Revenue Mandal was setup. Hyderabad District was divided into four Revenue Mandals Viz., Charminar, Golconda, Musheerabad and Secunderabad with effect from 25th June, 1985. Hyderabad Urban Development Authority (HUDA) was constituted with the jurisdiction extending over an area of about 1154 sq Kms including the Municipal Corporation of Hyderabad.

Tourism in Hyderabad District
Charminar, Golconda fort, Faluknama palace are some of the popular tourist attractions in Hyderabad districts. Besides the historical monuments a number of religious buildings are also located with the region. Auto rickshaws, Private Taxis and buses are popular mode of transportation. Hyderabad is easily accessible through all modes of transport from within and out of India. Given below are the Rail, Bus and Air transport facilities to and from Hyderabad.