Pineapples on the Charminar: Walking Into Hyderabad’s History
I have visited Hyderabad many times. I have seen the sights, but until recently, I realized I had mostly seen them through the lens of my own limited knowledge or casual conversations with friends. There is a profound difference between looking at a monument and reading it. I discovered the stories hidden within the Charminar and the newly renovated Qutb Shahi Tombs by taking a walking tour with Yunus Lasania , a journalist and historian known to his followers as "The Hyderabadi Boy." ❖ The Tea, The Strangers, and The Hospitality I was introduced to Lasania through a podcast. He has built a dedicated following; on a typical morning, 15 to 20 people will show up for his walks. He even organizes a monthly food experience in a traditional Hyderabadi home, keeping the culinary heritage alive. Our walk to the Charminar began at the Badshahi Ashurkhana . Since I arrived early, I stopped for tea at the Shadab Hotel. If you have watched enoug...
