Ever wondered how the village of GOLCONDA got its name ?

Well according to late Historian Angelo Bissessarsingh, the first emergence of the name GOLCONDA in the annals of Trinidad local history actually predate the arrival of East Indians to the colony by at least six years. The Government Blue Book for 1839 reveals that George Monkhouse, proprietor of Golconda Estate paid the sum of found pounds , three shillings on his property. Though the mist of times have shrouded all details it is assumed that Lt. Monkhouse christened his Trinidad holding in memory of his time spent in Golconda, India where he served as an officer with the East Indian Regiment.
Outside the great Historical City of Hyderabad, India , perched squarely on the Deccan Plateau , stands the ruins of the once mighty fortress known as GOLCONDA. Its name in native Telugu language literally translates “ round hill”. Historically, the Golconda region was renowned for its diamonds, derived from the conglomerate rocks of the nearby hills, including the world-famous Koh-i-noor diamond .
The Trinidad GOLCONDA located in the region of Penal/Debe like its namesake also occupies the top of a round hill.
Stay posted to read other significant events in Golconda's history.
Photo : " A hut in Golconda c. 1905" (Source: Angelo Bissessarsingh Virtual Museum of Trinidad and Tobago, Sept 29, 2024)