Which Indian city is called the City of Pearls?
Hyderabad, the 'City of Pearls,' boasts a rich legacy despite being landlocked. Its fame stems from a centuries-old pearl processing and trading tradition, nurtured by royal patronage from the Qutub Shahi kings and Nizams. The skill of pearl drilling, honed in villages like Chandanpet, combined with the migration of Basra artisans, cemented its status as India's premier pearl hub.
Hyderabad, the 'City of Pearls,' boasts a rich legacy despite being landlocked. Its fame stems from a centuries-old pearl processing and trading tradition, nurtured by royal patronage from the Qutub Shahi kings and Nizams. The skill of pearl drilling, honed in villages like Chandanpet, combined with the migration of Basra artisans, cemented its status as India's premier pearl hub.
