 The distinctive palatial tombs of the seven departed Quli Qutb Shahs, the founding rulers of Hyderabad, are located in Ibrahim Bagh - about two kilometres northwest of the Banjara darwaja of the Golconda fort.
 These truly magnificent monuments with intricately carved stonework and calligraphic inscriptions are domed structures based on square bases and have stood the test of time and elements.
The center of each tomb has a sarcophagus that overlies the burial vault. The tomb structures are a blend of Pathan, Persian and Hindu architecture. The tombs are surrounded by well laid out gardens.
These imposing marvels of architectural excellence remind us of the grandeur and glory of Golconda and the great Kings who are buried here.
It is known that these tombs were once carpeted, lit with chandeliers and protected by velvet canopies on silver poles. Qurans were made available to enable readers to recite verses at regular intervals.
The Sultans' tombs had golden spires over the tombs to distinguish their tombs from those of other members of the royal family. Besides, the tombs of the Qutb Shahi Rulers, the visitor will also find tombs of Imams (clerics), Hakims (royal physicians) and other royal counselors in the proximity.
 The maintenance of the tombs was neglected in the post Qutb Shahi dynasty until Mir Yusuf Ali Khan Salar Jung III ordered their restoration.
Sultan Quli Shah's tomb is one of the first tombs that set the style for the tombs to follow. This octagonal tomb, built by the Sultan himself in 1543 AD following prevalent traditions (building tombs for the self), is situated on an elevated terrace. There are three graves in this tomb chamber and twenty-one on the terrace outside. The main tomb has the inscriptions in the Naksh and Tauq scripts that refer to the Sultan as Bade Malik (The Elder Master) as his subjects referred him.
The next tomb to be built is that of the Sultan's son, Jamshed, the second in the line of Qutub Shahi kings. Built in 1550 AD, it is a tomb with two storeys.
Subhan Quli Shah's tomb stands mid-way between the tombs of his father and grandfather.
Sultan lbrahim Shah's tomb was built in 1580 after his death. It is slightly larger than Sultan Quli's tomb. The tomb has two graves in the main chamber and sixteen graves on the terrace.
The grandest of all the Quli Qutb Shahi tombs is Sultan Muhammad Quli's mausoleum. This tomb was built in 1602 AD.
Another grand mausoleum is that of Mohammad Qutub Shah, the sixth Sultan. The mausoleum was built in 1626.
Opposite the tomb of Muhammad Quli is the Mortuary Bath built by Sultan Quli to facilitate the ritual washing of the Royal bodies before they were carried to their final resting place. The bath is one of the finest existing specimens of ancient Persian or Turkish baths.
Sultan Abdullah's tomb is the last of the royal tombs.
To the west of the tombs lies the dargah of Hussain Shah Wali, the revered sufi saint, He is affectionately remembered by people of all faiths as the builder of Hussain Sagar in 1562.
 The caretaker of the tombs is a descendant of the one appointed by Mir Yusuf Ali Khan Salar Jung III.
A Museum on site exhibits weapons, armor, and utensils of the Qutb Shahi period. (11:00 -17:00. Closed on Fridays).
Schedule: 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Closed on Fridays
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