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    AWARDS ( Heritage Awards Programme) 2005
 
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The X INTACH Heritage Awards Function was held at I.T.C. Kakatiya Sheraton Hotel, Begumpet, Hyderabad on April 18, 2004 – World Heritage Day. It was a well-attended glittering function.

Shri. Sushil kumar Shinde, Governor of Andhra Pradesh, was the Chief Guest and gave away awards to:-


 
     
 
 

CHARMINAR

Located n the old city of Hyderabad and constructed in 1591 during the reign of Mohammed Quli Qutb Shah, the Charminar is a legendary masterpiece of Qutb Shahi architecture. It was planned as the focal point of the new garden city.

The significance and relevance of Charminar has been the subject matter of endless debate. A token of deliverance from plague, a water reservoir or simply a glorified gateway to the palace complex, are amont the numerous theories put forward. The triumphant archway has been accepted by generations of hyderabadi citizens as their very own cultural icon and is synonymous with their identity.

Square in plan with a side of 20 meters, the structure is carried on four main arches 11 meters wide and rising 20 meters from the plinth. The four storied minarets rise a further 20 meters above the roof. the Charminar boasts of some of the finest Qutb Shahi stucco work. The perforated grills, cut plaster medallions, the embossed arch finials, the elaborate floral designs, the patterns defining the various elements, the flowing relief work crowning the arches and the various decorated structural elements are testimony to the unparalled mastery of Qutb Shahi craftsmen with regard to plaster decoration in architectural embellishment. The terrace of the Charminar has a small mosque that is considered one of the finest examples of style and decoration.

Considered beyond compare and unique in all aspects as "one of a kind" monument, the Charminar is a distinctive heritage structure. Keeping in view its architectural beauty and the conscious efforts to preserve and protect the monument, the Charminar richly deserves the Award.

Image Courtesy : Ms. Anuradha Reddy

 
     
 
 

TAJ MAHAL HOTEL

Located in the Abids area of hyderabad, the old block of the Taj Mahal hotel was constructed in the 1930's. As a small bunglow, it was a fine example of indo-European Architecture.

Two stories high, it is built on a raised plinth of dressed granite. A square portico with semicircular arches dominates the facade. The central portion is flanked by octagonal rooms, with a multitude of windows and ventilators with sloping tiled sunshades. The basic lines are pure and simple. The only embellishment is restricted th the parapet and pediment where perforated screens and cut plaster decorations in stucco, crown the otherwise spartan structure.

The building has been conserved sensitively and is in good structural condition. The signages and utilities have been consciously designed so as not to detract from the simple grace and beauty of the building. All of these are retractable changes and blend in without disturbing any of the elements.

For the conscious effort in its conservation, despite intense economic pressures, the building justly deserves an Award.

Image Courtesy : Ms. Anuradha Reddy

 
     
 
 

DARBAR HALL - KHILWAT MUBARAK

Located in the old city of Hyderabad in close proximity to the Charminar, the khliwat complex, originally spread over 60 acres had numerous palaces and structures in its vast sprawl. One of the most important buildings to have survived the passage of time is the Darbar Hall. The symbolic seat of power, it housed the "Gaddi-e-Mubarak", the hereditary throne of the Asaf Jahi dynasty.

First constructed in 1750 by the Nizam, Salabat Jung, the Khilwat complex has been added to by successive nizams. Sikandar Jah shifted his residence to the Khilwat complex from the Purani Haveli in 1803 and was responsible for the first major constructions.

The plan of the Darbar Hall is in traditional Moghul style. Subsequent remodelling, at a time when european architecture was gaining acceptance, resulted in a unique and harmonious mix of diverse architectural styles. European architectural influences, lathough dominant, blend smoothly with the vernacular, to create one of the best examples of Inde European architectural synthesis. The resulting style was to become a distinctive feature of many later buildings in hyderabad as it provided for a change without compromising the spatial needs of eastern lifestyle and social requirements.

A massive project for the conservation of the Khilwat complex is under way. The Darbar Hall and the adjoining quadrangle have been conserved professionally and are now open to the public. The meticulous detail in the study, planning, research and execution of this conservation effort is evident from the visible results. The work carried out by experts in the field of conservation has set an example for all future projects of this nature. As a result of this major effort, the heritage movement in the city is bound to gain momentum. It will inspire other owners of heritage buildings and set a positive trend in adaptive re-use of built heritage.

For the extraordinary effort and for its undisputed position as a trend setter to future conservation efforts, the Darbar Hall of khilwat mubarak richly deserves the Award.

Image Courtesy : Ms. Anuradha Reddy

 
     
 
 

NIZAM'S MUSEUM

Located in the old city area of Hyderabad, parts of the Purani Haveli complex date back to around 1600 AD, when it was used as a residence by Mir Momin Astarabadi, the Prime Minister to the Qutb Shahi King and founder of huderabad, Mohammed Quli. It was acquired in 1777 by the second Nizam to serve as residence for his son Sikandar Jah, who however chose to move to the Chowmohalla Palace upon succeeding to the throne. his old residence thereafter came to be known as Haveli-e-Qadeem and among the masses as Purani Haveli.

The Nizam's Musuem is housed in the flanking structures of Mussarrat Mahal which comprises two parallel double storied buildings, equidistant from the central axis which bisects the main building. Conspicuous domes mark the beginning of these flanking structures and cover the wooden spiral staircases. All the rooms in the two buildings are connected by a large corridor formed out of semi circular arches on the ground floor and enclosed on the upper level. The exteriors as well as the layout, exhibit a marked influence of late renaissance architecture on the current Indo-Saracenic style predominant in Hyderabad.

The Museum is housed in the left wing, partly in the framed wardrobe of the VI Nizam Mir Mahboob Ali Pasha. Also located here is the manual lift, a museum piece itself. Apart from the intrinsic value as a prime heritage structure, the building is now unique as it houses a musuem representative from the city which makes it a perfect example of adaptive re-use. A major part of the collection dates from the silver jubilee of the VII nizam and has silver models and the depictions of a number of heritage buildings making it a vital source of information.

For the effort in preserving the city's heritage and for providing hyderabad with its only true "city museum", the Purani Haveli richly deserves an Award.

Image Courtesy : Ms. Anuradha Reddy

 
     
 
 

SECUNDERABAD CLOCK TOWER

Located on the secunderabad railway station road, the Clock Tower was constructed in 1860 by the British authorities at secunderabad.

The classic European tower is square in plan and soars up in three stages to a cubic segment housing the clock work. A fifth level in pure gothic style serves as a finial. The lower three levels have been constructed with exposed red brick masonry pointed with white mortar. Forming a rough exposed base, it contrasts and draws attention to the upper levels finished in smooth plaster.

long neglected and surrounded by an overgrown garden with insensitively located utilities, the tower was almost obscured from public view. The recently completed conservation of the Clock Tower and re-laying of the garden has brought the monument back into focus. Pathways have been laid and utilities redone in a professional manner.

For the efforts in conservation, the Clock Tower deserves an Award.


Image Courtesy : Ms. Anuradha Reddy

 
 

 

 
 
 

TOLI MASJID

Located a few paces off the road, south-west of the Kulsumpura Mosque and Karwan-e-sahu, the old Qutb Shahi suburb of Karwan, on the historic Golconda hyderabad route, the Toli Masjid is one of the numerous monuments worthy of a visit in the area.

The Toli Masjid is the crowning glory of qutb shahi architecture. Constructed in 1671 by Moosa Khan Mahaldar, Chamberlain of Abdullah Qutb Shah, out of his allowance of one "Damri "per rupee for the construction of Mecca Masjid, it is also referred to in historical records as the "Damri mosque".

Built on a raised platform with a high plinth, the mosque has five lofty arches in elevation. A second row of three arches inside forms two aisles to accomodate worshippers. The main minars, flanking the structure rise to 20 metres above the plinth, sprouting out of pot shaped granite bases. A remarkable feature is the almost deliberate use of granite and basalt in embellishment. The decorative granite columns start at each arch and soar up to the roof. Although the arch finials are in stucco, the medallions on either side are of black basalt with Quranic inscriptions. A single row of polished black basalt pot shaped discs runs across the facade over the arches.

The rest of the mosque is in symphony in stucco. Profuesly decorated, with exquisite designs and patterns, the Toli Masjid is a tribute to the excellence and superiorty of worksmanship attained by Qutb shahi craftsmen. The parapet is in small arches with perforated screens in different patterns topped with castellation held together with small minarets. The main minarets have a frill of semi detached plaster orbs that seem to dangle indepently.

The Toli Masjid richly deserves an Award for its exquisite beauty and magnificence.

Image Courtesy : Ms. Anuradha Reddy

 
     
   
     
 
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