A city of the Nizams, where Unani medicine has flourished for centuries — with Urdu and halal food a natural part of daily life.
- Airport: Hyderabad (HYD)
- Best known for: Unani medicine
- Languages: Telugu, Urdu, English
- Best season: October–February
Why Hyderabad
Under the patronage of the Nizams, Hyderabad became one of India’s great centres of Unani medicine, and it still has government Unani colleges, hospitals and research institutes. Its hakims continue a tradition that links India to the medicine of Persia and the Arab world.
For guests from the Gulf and Central Asia, the city is easy to feel at home in: Urdu is widely spoken, halal food is everywhere, and the Old City around the Charminar is full of history.
When to go
October to February is the most pleasant. March to June is very hot, and the monsoon from July to September is moderate.
Month by month
| Destination | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyderabad | Ideal | Ideal | Good | Off-peak | Not advised | Off-peak | Good | Good | Good | Ideal | Ideal | Ideal |
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- Good
- Off-peak
- Not advised
Very hot from March to June; October to February is the most comfortable. Compare all destinations →
Official sources
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Questions guests ask
Is Hyderabad good for guests from the Gulf?
Yes. There are direct flights from several Gulf cities, Urdu and some Arabic are spoken, and halal food is widely available.
Can I combine Unani with a medical visit?
Yes, with your treating doctor’s knowledge. Your coordinator can plan both.
