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Chitradurga

Located in the State of Karnataka in India, Chitradurga lies by the side of the river Vedavati. This place is also the headquarters of the district of Chitradurga and lies at a distance of 200 kilometers from Bengaluru and was named after an umbrella-shaped hill found here.   This place was known by several names like Chitrakaladurg, Chitradurg and the British named it as Chittaldrug.  Covered in hills, valleys and rivers this is a picture perfect place and the beauty of nature attracts tourist from all over the globe. This town is also known for its stone fortresses.

Onake Obavva, Chitradurga fort, Chitradurga Inside the fort, Chitradurga Image courtesy Pavithrah

The Chitradurga Fort built during the 17th and 18th century have gone through the hands of several rulers and undergone the transformation. But the fort was expanded during the rule of Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan. Within the fort are temples, masjid, storage for oil and grain and a citadel. Being a place of Historical importance this fort is quite popular among tourists.

The Hidimbeshwar temple situated within the fort is the oldest among the 20 temples and a 'must see' place. The temple is carved out of a rock and has the influence of the Dravidian culture. The Vani Vilas Sagar dam located at a distance of 32 kilometers from Chitradurga is also worth seeing. The best time to visit this place is from October to March. Learn more about Chitradurga here.

Chitradurga – A Treat to Your Eyes

August 22, 2016 by Raggi Mudde

Chitradurga – A Treat to Your Eyes

Chitradurga is popular for its stone forts and temples and picturesque beauty. Find out about sightseeing, temples and how to reach Chitradurga.

Filed Under: Chitradurga Tagged With: Chitradurga, sightseeing Chitradurga, Temples Chitradurga

Bheemasamudra Dam

October 23, 2013 by Jolad Rotti

Bheemasamudra Dam is constructed across the river Jinigi Halla. The dam derives its name from the name of the village where it is located, Bheemasamudra village. Read on to know nearby sightseeing and accommodation options.

Filed Under: Chitradurga Tagged With: Chitradurga, Dams, Dams in Karnataka, river Jinigi Halla

Chitradurga Temples

June 21, 2011 by Raggi Mudde

Of the eighteen temples in the Chitradurga fort, the most prominent is the Hidimbeshwara temple. It is associated with an incident in the Mahabharata.

Filed Under: Chitradurga Tagged With: chitradurga fort, Gopalakrishna Temple, Hidimbeshwara Temple, Sampige Siddheswara Temple, temples in chitradurga

Science City

November 30, 2010 by Raggi Mudde

<!– –> The government has decided to setup a science city in Chitradurga, near Bangalore.

Filed Under: Chitradurga Tagged With: barc, Chitradurga, chitradurga science city, drdo, Iisc, isro

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