Hyderabad, May 22 -- We haven't even entered June yet, and the rains have already made a surprise entry into Hyderabad. The early showers have washed the city clean, turned its corners lush and brought with them a monsoon charm we all were craving for. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) Hyderabad, has forecast a decline in summer heat in the coming days, marking the official beginning of rainy season in the state.

Among the quiet joys that come with the monsoon is the return of a regal sight: peacocks strutting, calling and sometimes even dancing under the grey skies. These beautiful birds, usually hidden amid thick trees, become more visible during this season and especially in the mornings. Luckily for Hyderabadis, you don't ha...