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Taramati Baradari
Also known as: Ibrahim Bagh Baradari
A twelve-arched pleasure pavilion in the Ibrahim Bagh garden, tied by legend to a courtesan of Abdullah Qutb Shah's court. Now a state-run arts venue.
History & Story
The twelve-arched pavilion stands in the Ibrahim Bagh pleasure garden south of Golconda, tied by legend to Taramati, a courtesan and musician celebrated by Abdullah Qutb Shah. A tunnel reportedly connected the pavilion to Golconda fort so the sultan could visit unseen. The rooftop, originally a stage for musical performances visible from Golconda hill, is now used by the state cultural centre. Taramati's tomb stands nearby, as does that of Premamati, another companion celebrated in Qutb Shahi court poetry.
Key Events
1626
Garden and pavilion established under Abdullah Qutb Shah
1990
State Department of Tourism converts to cultural performance venue
Key People
A
Abdullah Qutb Shah
sultan who patronised the garden and its performers
T
Taramati
courtesan and musician; pavilion named for her by legend
P
Premamati
companion dancer also celebrated in Qutb Shahi court poetry
Location & Getting There
Area / Locality: Ibrahim Bagh
Coordinates: 17.37610° N, 78.37810° E
Access: ticketed