Srirangapatna is one of Karnataka’s most storied locations, a confluence of trade and culture from the heydays of the Vijaynagar Empire. Its most famous legacy though is the bastion of two great Deccan kings, Hyder Ali and his son, Tipu Sultan. Under Tipu Sultan, the Mysore kingdom reached the heights of its power and expanded […]
Badami Fort – A Regal Structure
Badami Fort is a renowned archaeological site in Badami. It is located on top of a hill that stands at a distance of about 2 km from the main town of Badami in the Bagalkot district of Karnataka. The origin of the fort dates back to 543 AD. The ancient fort was built by the […]
Madikeri Fort, Coorg
Madikeri Fort is a historical landmark of Coorg. The fort stands in the center of the Madikeri town, still preserving the remnants of a bygone era within its proud walls. Some of the elevated structures inside the fort present astounding view of the surrounding areas. Needless to say, the fort is one of the most […]
Savandurga Fort: Adventure with a Pinch of History
The Savandurga Fort is situated on the twin hills of Karigudda and Biligudda, meaning black hill and white hill respectively, separated by a chasm. The Savandurga hills are situated around 35 kilometres from Bangalore towards the west. The hills are one of the biggest monoliths in India and are part of the Deccan plateau. The […]
Nargund Fort, Gadag – Reminder of Lost Heritage
Nargund Fort is the most famous structure of the historic town of Nargund. The fort is situated on a hill that stands within the town of Nargund, in the Gadag district of Karnataka. The fort has a rich history and heritage associated with it. The fort was constructed by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj of the Maratha […]
Kittur Fort and Palace, Belgaum – A Historical Heritage
Kittur Fort is one of the major historical monuments in Karnataka and one of its famous tourist attractions. The fort is located in the town of Kittur that is situated at a distance of about 50 km from Belgaum and around 32 km from Dharwad. The small town of Kittur gained fame and recognition due […]
Vanadurga Fort, Shorapur, Yadgir – A Well Preserved Historical Structure
Nestled in a small village of Karnataka is the Vanadurga Fort that was once used as a station by a unit of a royal force. The fort is located in the village of Vanadurga in Shahapur taluk of Yadgir district in Karnataka. The village of Vanadurga is located to the north of Shorapur and to […]
Jaladurga Fort, Raichur – A Picturesque Location
India is a country with a large number of forts. Some of the forts were built as plain structures, some were complex constructions, and some were beautified with ornamental elements while some others were built to represent architectural grandeur. However, there is another category of forts that have always generated keen interest among the people. […]
Chandragutti Fort, Shimoga – A Real Delight for Trekkers
Chandragutti Fort is a historical place that is surrounded by natural beauty on all sides. The fort is located atop a hill that stands between Soraba taluka and Siddapura in the Shimoga district of Karnataka. The rocky mountain bed of the fort has an altitude of about 848 metres. The place is a famous pilgrimage […]
Kavaledurga Fort, Shimoga – A Slice of Forgotten History amidst the Western Ghats
The ideal epithet to describe the Kavaledurga fort is as a slice of forgotten history amidst the Western Ghats. It is one of the lesser visited historical monuments in the state, though in recent years archaeologists have been trying to restore some of the ancient structures within the remaining fortifications. Kavaledurga Fort – the marvellous […]
