The Digital Ark: Early Modern Collections of Curiosities in England and Scotland, 1580-1700
Golconda
Telangana (Region), India
View Larger MapDescription of institution: Golconda, also known as Golkonda or Golla konda ("shepherd's hill"), a fort of Southern India and capital of medieval Golconda Sultanate (c.1518–1687), is situated 11 km west of Hyderabad, Telangana. It is also a mandal of Hyderabad District. The region is known for the mines that have produced some of the world's most famous gems, including the Koh-i-Noor, Hope Diamond and the Nassak Diamond. URL:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golkonda