Paigah Tombs

The Paigah Tombs are located at Santoshnagar which is about 10 km from Hyderabad city. Paigah Tombs are the tombs of Paigah nobles, who were trusted with the security and defence of the state by the Nizams of Hyderabad.

It was Abdul Fateh Khan Tegh Jung who founded the Paigah nobility. He was given the title of Shams-ul-Umra (the Sun among the masses) by Nizam II. The Paigah nobles were great patrons of fine arts, literature and sports and they enjoyed a prestigious status in the state.

The Paigah tombs include the tombs of Shams-ul-Umra, Viqar-ul-Umara, Asman Jah. The tomb of Abdul Fateh Khan Tegh Jung or Shams-ul-Umra can be seen at the foyer of the complex.

There is an iron tablet which is inscribed with the Paigah lineage, towards the entrance of the complex. The tombs in this complex are built of marble and are decorated with geometrical patterns and designs. Paigah Tombs, considered as unique specimens of artistry, are praised in this iron tablet.

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