Purana pul
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Purana pul is a major landmark of Hyderabad, India.
[edit] History
The Purana Pul meaning old bridge spanning the Musi was built in 1500s during the reign of Qutb Shahis, for quick travel between Golconda and Hyderabad
It was the entry bridge into the city of Hyderabad state.
The bridge is now defunct, and is used as a flea market by the locals. But cherished as one of the oldest landmarks of Hyderabad.
There is an old mosque called as Mian Mishk close to Purana pul.
