These architectural marvels, blending Mughal and Persian styles, reveal the grandeur of a bygone era and are a must-visit for history enthusiasts. About 4km east of Charminar, Hyderabad’s most famous landmark, lies a cemetery with some spectacular tombs housing the mortal remains of several generations of the legendary Paigah family. Over the centuries, the Paigah tombs have been lying in utter neglect. The area around the tomb complex has been heavily encroached upon by the rapidly expanding hi-tech city. Many of the intricate jalli screens have been broken and the plaster peeled off and, in the process, loosening intricate stucco work. Post-Covid 19, a large-scale initiative of restoring the Paigah tombs has been taken up by the US Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) and Aga Khan Trust for Culture (AKTC). The project aims at restoring the almost 250-year-old tomb complex to its former glory.