5 Gorgeous Places In Hyderabad With Colourful Graffiti That Defo Need To Be On Your Insta Feed

Hyderabad has, over the years, embraced contemporary street art with arms wide open, and has resultantly emerged as the capital of street art in South India. The entire city is littered with pockets of artistic creativity and masterful creations by local and foreign artists. On one hand, this street art gives the city a makeover and beautifies the walls; and on the other, it provides a canvas for the artists to express themselves through their craft that provides food for thought for the general population. We obviously can’t deny the fact that these beautiful walls ALSO make a great backdrop to click those aesthetically pleasing photos for the ‘gram, so here’s a guide that will help you locate these colourful street corners for those perfect reels - Read on! 

1. Maqtha Art District 

The minute you saunter down the streets of Maqtha Art District, you’ll be greeted by gigantic murals that are nothing short of iconic. These painted art pieces are splashed along the entire MS Maqtha area, converting what would have been an ordinary locality into a marvellous wonder. All this was possible because of the collaborative efforts of the NGO St+art India and Asian Paints, who have been responsible for giving this locality its own identity. So get ready to capture the entire gamut of the spectrum through your Insta ‘cause Maqtha is a wholesome visual treat!

Where | Maqtha Art District - Phase 1, MS Maqta, Khairatabad

2. Hitech City

Hitech City is the hub where all the fun events take place, which is why it’s no wonder that it has some crazy paintings cluttered all over its walls. Artists have gone beyond the boundaries and have tried to create an atmosphere that brings together people from all backgrounds emphasizing inclusivity. So go on and read the messages that the artists are trying to convey, decipher complicated street art that looks like professional artwork hung in museums and then go home and wow your Insta followers with the photos you clicked here! 

Where | Hitech City - Madhapur 

3. Necklace Road

A dash of colour, a splash of paint, a thought-provoking quote, a brooding image, an eye-opening illustration or a political advertisement - you would find all this and more on the walls that run along the entire Necklace Road. Not more than half a kilometre away from the Maqtha District, the entire stretch of Necklace Road is splashed with art wherein the artists are trying to raise social messages through the medium to educate the masses. So whip out your cameras and take a walk along this scenic road to capture this road’s beauty to your heart’s content! 

Where | Necklace Road - Raj Nagar, Khairatabad

4. Uppuguda Underpass

The Uppuguda Underpass has become operational since February and has managed to wow the population with some to-die-for visuals! The entire underpass was recently revamped in the beautification drive that took place before it became operational. The walls of the Uppuguda Underpass now display breathtaking artworks of the famous landmarks of the city like Charminar and Golconda Fort, as well as scenes of farmlands. So head over and don’t forget to bring your friend along to click those absolutely stunning photos! 

Where | Uppguda Underpass - Uppuguda, Shiva Sai Nagar

5. Jumerat  Bazaar  

For all those who want to combine their street shopping with some Instagrammable fun, drop by this bustling market! Jumerat Bazaar is a flea market that sells everything from electronics to vintage knick-knacks and when we say everything, we definitely mean it! But when you look around, you notice the walls around the market showcase a different kind of wonder. Painted in every hue you can think of, the walls tell a story that sometimes gets ignored and sets the tone for deliberations on how the current societal mindset needs to change for the better. Visit soon to witness this amazing street art for yourself! 

Where | Jumerat Bazaar - Chudi Bazar Rd, Begum Bazaar, Chudi Bazaar

So here’s where you can find some thought-provoking and beautiful street art open for public consumption. So, click away fellow grammers!