The Birla Planetarium, located on Naubat Pahad, is one of the most exciting places to see in Hyderabad. This planetarium was inaugurated by N.T. Ramarao on September 8, 1985. The Birla Planetarium offers an amazing virtual tour of stars, other celestial objects and the galaxy system. This planetarium is the first phase of the B.M. Birla Science Center. The planetarium features the different aspects of space, the solar system, comets, eclipses, galaxies, cosmos, UFO'S, 'The Hubble Space Telescope' and much more. Walking into the planetarium is like descending into a whole other world. Inside, there is a dome that is made to look like the night sky with stars and is bound to mesmerize anyone who walks into the room. The superb sound effects inside the planetarium add to the adventure. Exploring the Birla Planetarium is a learning experience as one gets to learn a great deal about the universe. The Birla Planetarium is indeed one of the biggest and the most popular tourist attractions of Hyderabad.Main Attractions
Apart from the planetarium, there are several other places that you have to add onto your must-see list. You can take a look at the 'Science Museum', which is the second phase of the B.M. Birla Science Center, which opened in 1990. This museum is dedicated to science and displays the progressions in science and technology. One can also check out the 'Archaeology and Fine Arts Section' as well as the 'Participatory Science Museum'. The third phase of the entire center is the 'Dinosaurium' and showcases the extraordinary fossil of the 'Kotasaurus Yamanpalliensis', which is about 160 million years old along with teaching you everything you need to know about Dinosaurs. Your kids are bound to have a great time in this section!
Shopping
Hyderabad is the hub for shopping. Whether you want to shop for you wedding, or you just want to purchase jewelery or handicrafts, Hyderabad has it all. So, come and explore the many shopping districts in Hyderabad and buy souvenirs to take back home. The GVK Mall is one of the well-known malls in Hyderabad. You can also check out the Lumbini Mall, which is located at Banjara Hills.
Eating Out
Kamat Andhra Meals
Troop Bazaar, Hyderabad
Kamat Andhra Meals is one of the popular restaurants in Hyderabad. Choose and enjoy from the various mouth-watering Andhra dishes of this popular restaurant.
Sagar Papaji Ka Dhaba
Hanuman Tekdi Road, Hyderabad
You can get amazing vegetarian and non-vegetarian delicacies from this well-known place in Hyderabad. Satisfy your hunger for hot and spicy dishes from Sagar Papaji Ka Dhaba.
Waterfront
Necklace Road, Hyderabad
Chinese, Continental, Indian, Thai and other cuisines are available at this excellent restaurant. The peaceful setting here in addition to the soft lighting, creates a wonderful ambience for anyone to enjoy their food.
How To Reach
You can easily hire a taxi or an auto-rickshaw from within Hyderabad city to reach Birla Planetarium. The nearest bus stand to the planetarium is Imliban Bus Stand, which is about 3.5 km from here. The Jubilee Bus stand is also close, with a distance of only 5.6 km from the planetarium. Kachiguda Station is the nearest railway station to the planetarium. From here one can hire auto-rickshaws or travel by bus to reach the planetarium. The nearest airport to the planetarium is Begumpet Airport, which is located in Begumpet.
Birla Planetarium is a perfect place for all lovers of astronomy and science. This fascinating planetarium, located on Naubat Pahad Road, is equipped with the latest technology and state-of-the-art infrastructure that will transport you to a whole new world. If you are touring Hyderabad, make sure you visit this fabulous planetarium.
