Badshahi Ashurkhana is a mourning place for shias during the festival of Moharram is located near Charminar

Charminar

Charminar built in 1591 AD, is a landmark monument located in Hyderabad, India. The two words Char Minar of Urdu language are combined to which it is known as Charminar . These are four ornate minarets attached and supported by four grand arches, it has become the global icon of Hyderabad and is...

 in Hyderabad, India

India

India , officially the Republic of India , is a country in South Asia. It is the seventh-largest country by geographical area, the second-most populous country with over 1.2 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world...

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It is a house of mourning constructed in memory of martyrdom of Imam Hussain.

It is now classified as a heritage site and is looked after by State department of Archaeology and Museums

Design

The intricate design in hexagons is exquisite.

The Ashur Khana stands today with enamel tiles have retained their lustre and vibrant colours even after four centuries.