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Where: Dambal, 23 Kms from Gadag
How to reach: Gadag- Mundargi Road
Best time to visit: All the year round
Time visited: Nov 2016
Time to see around: 1 hour
Stay: Gadag
Food: Gadag
Parking: Parking available outside premises

Tour Plan
Day 1: Pune-Kittur-Varur-Annigeri-Gadag
Day 2: Gadag-Laxmeshwar-Gadag-Sudi-Gadag
Day 3: Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Day 4: Bijapur-Solapur

Day 3: Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Gadag-Damabal (23 Kms) Damabal-Lakkundi (14 Kms) Lakkundi-Itagi ( 35 Kms) Itagi-Bijapur (191 Kms)

Dodda-Basappa Temple

History as per Internet

This is a east facing temple is famous for its circular vimana which not only has the stellar base buts its shikhara (tower) is in continuation with the original base stellar design. The star-points of this stellar plan are located to close that it gives an impression of a circular structure. The temple consists a garbha-griha, antarala and a mandapa. The mandapa has two openings, one on south and one on the east.

After a hearty breakfast, we checked out of Clarks inn. We porceeded to our first stop - Dambal. The drive was beautiful. The road has huge windmills on both the sides.

Dambal is a small village around 23 kms from Gadag. Just 3 Kms before Damabal Village begins lies the Dodda-Basappa Temple.

Its very well maintained by ASI with lush green lawns in front.

The pillars are are decorative.

A attractive elephant border on the side

Sculptures on the walls

Decorative door jamb and

carvings above the main temple door.

Carvings on door jamb

Bottom part of decorative door jamb

After seeing this beautiful temple we proceed to somweshawr temple which is just opposite of Dodda-Basappa temple.

Someshwar Temple

History as per Internet

A 1,000-year-old Chalukyan shrine, has a mandapa, antarala and garbha-griha. The mandapa has entrance on its three sides. Antarala doorway has pierced stone jail at the doorjambs, the feature mostly seen in the Chalukyan temples. Its architecture and style influenced few scholars to suggest that it was a Jain basti originally.

Jappadbavi

History as per Internet

This is a recently discovered the temple well. The myth prevails that 21 saints meditated and slvated at this well.

The next stop was Jappadbavi. This was near the dambal village amidst farms. You have park your vehicle and walk down a narrow muddy trail for about 1 kms.

Its large squarish tank around 3-4 feet above ground level.

The next stop was the most awaited stop - Lakkundi.

Manikeswara Temple - Lakkundi

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Manikeswara Temple - Lakkundi

Where: Gadag
How to reach: 60 Kms from Hubli on Hospet Road
Best time to visit: All the year round
Time visited: Nov 2016
Time to see around: 20 mins
Stay: Gadag
Food: Gadag
Parking: Parking available outside premises. Note- Very narrow road, avoid parking next to temple.

Tour Plan
Day 1: Pune-Kittur-Varur-Annigeri-Gadag
Day 2: Gadag-Laxmeshwar-Gadag-Sudi-Gadag
Day 3: Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Day 4: Bijapur-Solapur

Day 3 - Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Gadag-Damabal (23 Kms) Damabal-Lakkundi (14 Kms) Lakkundi-Itagi ( 35 Kms) Itagi-Bijapur (191 Kms)

History as per Internet
This is a trikuta Shiva temple. The common mandapa has a porch supported on four front pillars. The biigest attraction is a the pushkarni (tank), locally known as Muskin Bhavi. The stepwell actually begins beneath the temple and extends outward. There are several minor shrines within the steps. The stepwell is the among the best in India.

The temple

Stepwell

The stepwell was completely dry at the moment

Almost 3 storied down

The stairs from side

Where: Kuknoor/Kukanoor
How to reach: 7 kms left of Kuknoor, 45kms from Gadag
Best time to visit: All the year round
Time visited: Nov 2016
Time to see around: 30 mins
Stay: Gadag
Food: Gadag
Parking: Parking available outside premises.

Tour Plan
Day 1: Pune-Kittur-Varur-Annigeri-Gadag
Day 2: Gadag-Laxmeshwar-Gadag-Sudi-Gadag
Day 3: Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Day 4: Bijapur-Solapur

Day 3 - Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Gadag-Damabal (23 Kms) Damabal-Lakkundi (14 Kms) Lakkundi-Itagi ( 35 Kms) Itagi-Bijapur (191 Kms)

History as per Internet
East facing Mahadeva Temple was built in 1112 A.D by Mahadeva, a General of the Western Chalukya king Tribhuvanamalla Vikramaditya VI. Its extremely magnificent architectural style and decorative details. There is a pillared hall supported by 68 pillars, out of which 26 are large ones standing on the floor and forming the main support for the roof. The large columns are of different designs, but are arranged symmetrically with regard to the shape and pattern of each.

Our last stop before Bijapur was Itagi. It was almost noon but the drive was pleasant. Google Maps showed us quite afew shortcuts through markets and narrow lanes and finally we reached the temple. It was well maintained and some renovation work was being carried out by ASI.

Backside view

The decorative border

The pillars

The 3D exquisite detailing

Detailing on door jamb

Detailing on Roof

Amazing Stepwell

Other smaller temples

We reached safely to Bijapur in the evening. We were hoping to do Almatti dam enroute but we were tired and we skipped that. The 4 lane highway was simply amazing except for the bumpy speed breakers near crossings!

Brahma Jinalaya - Lakkundi

Where: Lakkundi
How to reach: 12 Kms from Gadag
Best time to visit: All the year round
Time visited: Nov 2016
Time to see around: 0.5 hrs
Stay: Gadag
Food: Gadag
Parking: Parking available outside premises

Tour Plan
Day 1: Pune-Kittur-Varur-Annigeri-Gadag
Day 2: Gadag-Laxmeshwar-Gadag-Sudi-Gadag
Day 3: Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Day 4: Bijapur-Solapur

Day 3: Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Gadag-Damabal (23 Kms) Damabal-Lakkundi (14 Kms) Lakkundi-Itagi ( 35 Kms) Itagi-Bijapur (191 Kms)

History as per Internet
The village is referred as Lokki-gundi in its inscriptions. It is said to be a maha-agrahara settlement consisting one thousand mahajanas. As per inscriptions, this agrahara was established by Rama during Ramayana period. Lakkundi was an ancient Agrahara and a great centre of educational and religious activities, particularly during the rule of the Chalukyas of Kalyana. The earliest inscription found here suggest influence of Jainism in this area during those times. Lakkundi has a royal-mint as evident from its inscription. A part of earnings from the mint was donated to the temples here. It is said that Attimabbe who was a patron of the famous Kannada poet Ranna had built many Jaina temples at Lakkundi of which Brahma Jinalaya is well known.

Brahma-Jinalaya is east facing temple is the oldest Jain temple at Lakkundi. The temple consists of a garbha-grha, antarala, nava-ranga, an open mandapa and mukha-mandapa. Balustrade entrance flanked the mukha-mandapa. The open mandapa is supported on twenty-eight pillars. As observed in other Western Chalukya period temples, we do not find slanted-backrest seating like arrangement in this open mandapa. Navaranga has four pillars in center to support the ceiling above the central stage.

History as per Lakkundi Museum

The front side

The beautiful and highly decorated door jamb

The center piece of door jamb

The bottom part

Garbhagriha

The door jamb carvings

The exquisite sculptures, on left is Yakshi Padmavati and on right is Brahma with four heads and four hands. Because of this idol, the temple is called as Brahma-Jinalaya.

The garbhagraha has standing Bhagwan Mahavira idol.

Carvings on the pillar base

Outside the second temple

Kashi Vishvanatha Temple - Lakkundi

History (Lakkundi Museum)

Two twin temples share a single platform, one dedicated to Lord Shiva and the other to Surya joined by a mandapa which at some point of time was covered with a roof above it. Entrance to the mandapa is provided on its east and south.

The Nanneshvara Temple temple seen in backdrop

Scenes from Ramayana can be seen like Hanuman lifting the Sanjivani mountain and panel on right shows the RamaSetu construction.

Carvings on the top rail

The outer walls of the temple has scenes from Mahabharata and Ramayana.

The doorjambs and lintels have exquisite carvings on them with the southern entrance having 9 rows of carvings, each a separate story in itself.

Inside is as beautifully sculpted as outside

Trikuteshwar Temple - Gadag

Where: Gadag
How to reach: 60 Kms from Hubli on Hospet Road
Best time to visit: All the year round
Time visited: Nov 2016
Time to see around: 10 mins
Stay: Gadag
Food: Gadag
Parking: Parking available outside premises

Tour Plan
Day 1: Pune-Kittur-Varur-Annigeri-Gadag
Day 2: Gadag-Laxmeshwar-Gadag-Sudi-Gadag
Day 3: Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Day 4: Bijaupur-Solapur

Day 2 - Laxmeshwar and Sudi (180 Kms)
Gadag-Laxmeshwar (40 Kms), Gadag-Sudi (50 Kms)

History as per Internet
Trikuteshwara temple is one of the largest and most prominent Chalukyan temples in north Kanrnataka. It has triple shrines, once housing Shiva, Brahma and Surya. The Saraswathi temple has the finest shining decorative pillars, and the Saraswathi image, and is one of the largest examples of Chalukya art.

It was almost 4.30 pm and we had to rush to the temple before the darkness descended.

The highly intricate decorative carvings and sculptures are simply amazing.

Astounding decorative Pillars

Very finely carved door jambs

Saraswathi idol

Inscriptions on the compound wall

After disappointment at Sudi this was indeed a treat. It was tiring day and we decided to hit bed after a early dinner. The Sizzlers at Clarks inn were amazing.

Veeranarayana Temple - Gadag

Where: Gadag
How to reach: 60 Kms from Hubli on Hospet Road
Best time to visit: All the year round
Time visited: Nov 2016
Time to see around: 10 mins
Stay: Gadag
Food: Gadag
Parking: Parking available outside premises

Tour Plan
Day 1: Pune-Kittur-Varur-Annigeri-Gadag
Day 2: Gadag-Laxmeshwar-Gadag-Sudi-Gadag
Day 3: Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Day 4: Bijapur-Solapur

Day 2 - Laxmeshwar and Sudi (180 Kms)
Gadag-Laxmeshwar (40 Kms), Gadag-Sudi (50 Kms)

History as per Internet
Veeranarayana temple was built during the Kalyani Chalukya times however it received continuous patronage till the Vijayanagara rulers. Kannada poet Kumara Vyasa composed his famous Mahabharatha (known as Kumaravyasa Bharata or Gadugina Bharata) in this temple.

It was around 3.45 pm and Kamat agreed to still serve Pav Bhaji although it was suppose to start at 4PM. After a hearty meal the last stop were famous temples in the city. Veeranarayana temple is just few minutes from the main market where Kamat was located.

This was a simple temple in quiet neighbourhood. After quick look we proceeded to the famous Trikuteshwar temple.

Where: 50 Kms from Gadag
How to reach: via SH 6
Best time to visit: All the year round
Time visited: Nov 2016
Time to see around: 20 mins
Stay: Gadag
Food: Gadag

Tour Plan
Day 1: Pune-Kittur-Varur-Annigeri-Gadag
Day 2: Gadag-Laxmeshwara-Gadag-Sudi-Gadag
Day 3: Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Day 4: Bijapur-Solapur

Day 2 - Laxmeshwara and Sudi (180 Kms)
Gadag-Laxmeshwara (40 Kms), Gadag-Sudi (50 Kms)

It was a long drive from Gadag in hot sun. The google maps showed fastest route but it was small inner roads. We decided to take risk and drove through open fields. But Sudi was total disappointment. Totally neglected temples and nothing much to see. Unless you have special interest in Archaeology or History this could be skipped.

Jodu-kalasa Temple

History as per Internet
This twin temple has two garbhagrhas (sanctums) sharing a common mandapa. The mandapa has entrances on north and south. Shikharas on both the sides, east and west, are intact in their full glory with kalasha. It is built on a high raised platform (jagati).

Mallikarjuna Temple

History as per Internet
A Chalukya (Kalyani Chalukyas) monument, 1054, Founded under princess Akkadevi Governor of Sudi. The front portion of this temple is much renovated as it is a live temple. Front mandapa, which is open on three sides, is supported on ten pillars, eight pillars supporting the main roof and two supporting a projecting porch. It is a tri-kuta temple where three shrines share a common mandapa (hall). This common closed mandapa is supported on four pillars.

Other Monuments
Large Ganapati statue carved in stone,Large Shiva linga, Hude (Tower), Nandi

We were very hungry and it was almost 2PM. We headed straight back to Gadag.

Ananthanatha Basadi - Laxmeshwar

Where: 40 Kms from Gadag
How to reach: via SH 6
Best time to visit: All the year round
Time visited: Nov 2016
Time to see around: 20 mins
Stay: Gadag
Food: Gadag
Parking: Parking available outside premises

Tour Plan
Day 1: Pune-Kittur-Varur-Annigeri-Gadag
Day 2: Gadag-Laxmeshwara-Gadag-Sudi-Gadag
Day 3: Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Day 4: Bijapur-Solapur

Day 2 - Laxmeshwara and Sudi (180 Kms)
Gadag-Laxmeshwara (40 Kms), Gadag-Sudi (50 Kms)

History as per internet
Ananthanatha Basadi, built in AD 1250, lies in the middle of the town. This Basadi is an example of the Chalukya style of architecture. The idol of Ananthanatha, one of the 24 Thirthankars, is installed in the sanctum sanctorum of the shrine. It is entered through a big hall, in front of which a high dipa-stambha is erected. This hall seems to have been constructed during the Western Chalukya time. All around the hall is a low parapet wall, which instead of being open is closed on top with pierced window panels.

There nothing much to see but the temple itself is quiet and beautiful.

Some huge broken statues of Thirthankaras gives us a glimpse of bygone glorious era.

It was getting hot and we still weren't hungry. We decided to head back to Gadag and go to Sudi.

Shankha Basadi - Laxmeshwar

Where: 40 Kms from Gadag
How to reach: via SH 6
Best time to visit: All the year round
Time visited: Nov 2016
Time to see around: 0.5 Hours
Stay: Gadag
Food: Gadag
Parking: Parking available outside premises

Tour Plan
Day 1: Pune-Kittur-Varur-Annigeri-Gadag
Day 2: Gadag-Laxmeshwar-Gadag-Sudi-Gadag
Day 3: Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Day 4: Bijapur-Solapur

Day 2 - Laxmeshwar and Sudi (180 Kms)
Gadag-Laxmeshwar (40 Kms), Gadag-Sudi (50 Kms)

History as per internet
This takes back the history of Laxmeshwara to the 8th century; though the temple is in Chalukya style it has undergone many modifications and renovations.Neminath (Shankha is the symbol of Neminath), the 22nd Jain thirthankara, is the presiding deity of this Jain Basadi. Basadi, which consists of a Garbhagriha, a large Ardhamandapa, larger Mahamandapa and a Rangamandapa. The rangamandapa has three entrances (south, north and west). It has a chaturmukha structure in diminutive model, each of which carries three figures. it has a rekhanagara shikhara. The unique feature of this temple is the Sahasrakuta Jinabimba in minute form.

There is a Manasthamba erected in front of the temple. There are many splendid carvings of dancers and musicians.Many mutilated Jain idols can be found on the wall of a well nearby. Adikavi Pampa wrote Adi Purana, seated in this Basadi. Basadi is in ruins and renovated; it presents the interest of the Kalyani Chalukyas in Jain architecture.

Shankha Basadi is quiet temple. Some renovation work is still is progress.

Ventilated walls with yakshas and yakshis and many splendid carvings of dancers and musicians and some sculptures of Khajurao style can be found.

Ornamental door jamb

Inside View

Rare monolithic piece of Sahasra Jinabimbas (SahastraKut Jinalay)

After Darshan, our next stop was Ananthanatha Basadi.

Someshwar Temple - Laxmeshwar

Where: 40 Kms from Gadag
How to reach: via SH 6
Best time to visit: All the year round
Time visited: Nov 2016
Time to see around: 2 Hours
Stay: Gadag
Food: Gadag
Parking: Parking available outside premises

Tour Plan
Day 1: Pune-Kittur-Varur-Annigeri-Gadag
Day 2: Gadag-Laxmeshwar-Gadag-Sudi-Gadag
Day 3: Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Day 4: Bijapur-Solapur

Day 2 - Laxmeshwar and Sudi (180 Kms)
Gadag-Laxmeshwar (40 Kms), Gadag-Sudi (50 Kms)

History as per Internet
The most important Chalukya architecture at Laxemshwar is the 11th century Someshwara temple complex. All the three main entrances are surrounded by high walls that look like a fort. The temple complex is surrounded by small temples mainly dedicated to Shiva and some halls for devotees. The Nandi and Shiva Parvati idols in the temple are exquisitely sculpted. These idols are referred to as Saurashtra Someshwara, as these idols were brought by a Shiva devotee from Saurashtra and installed at Lakshmeshwara.

We started early morning after a hearty buffet breakfast. One the way, about 20 kms the Magdi bird sanctury looked promising- with season of arrival for migratory birds. But when we reached Magdi the huge lake was all dried up.

Once you are in Laksmeshwara town, people easily guide you through narrow lanes. The first stop obviously was Someshwara Temple complex. The temple is a fort like structure with a high wall surrounding the temple.

The intricate sculptures adorn the highly decorative walls.

The top border too is adorned with ornamental sculptures.

Amazing elephant sculptures at the bottom.

There are many Kannada inscriptions. Some inscriptions are prominently displayed on one side of the temple.

Open well
Inside the Someshwara temple complex, behind the temple, there is an open step-well. A narrow road behind the temple (within the premises itself) lead to this step well. This ornamental step-well is of architectural and artistic significance.

After seeing this beautiful temple we proceeded through narrow lanes to Shanka Basadi.

Amrutheshwara Temple - Annigeri

Where: 47 Kms from Hubli, 12 Kms from Gadag
How to reach: NH48 Kolhapur/Banglore Highway. Take Hubli-Gadag/Hospet Road
Best time to visit: All the year round
Time visited: Nov 2016
Time to see around: 0.5 Hour
Stay: Hubli, Gadag, Hospet
Food: Hubli/Gadag
Parking: Parking available outside premises

Tour Plan
Day 1: Pune-Kittur-Varur-Annigeri-Gadag
Day 2: Gadag-Laxmeshwara-Gadag-Sudi-Gadag
Day 3: Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Day 4: Bijapur-Solapur

Day 1 - Pune to Gadag (524 Kms)
Pune-Kittur (381 Kms), Kittur-Varur (68 Kms), Varur-Annigeri-Gadag (72 Kms)

History as per Internet
Built by the Western Chalukya Empire, Amrutheshwara Temple is a 10th century black stone temple currently under the protection of Archeological Department. The temple has a roof supported by 76 pillars and carvings of mythological figures on its walls.The Amruteshwara Temple was said to be the prototype for later, more articulated structures such as the Mahadeva Temple (Itagi) at Itagi. The Mahadeva Temple of Itagi was built in 1112 CE and has the same architectural components as as Amrutheshwara Temple.

On Hubli-Gadag Road a small road leads to the town. Amruteshwara Temple is close to market. Surrounding premises are well maintained.

The entrance

The carvings on the pillar near entrance

The exquisitely decorative top border

A detail carving on side of the temple

It was long journey. We checked in to Clarks Inn at Gadag.

Base Town: Varur
Where: 18 Kms from Hubli
How to reach: NH48 Kolhapur/Banglore Highway
Best time to visit: All the year round
Time visited: Nov 2016
Time to see around: 0.5 Hour
Stay: Hubli
Food: Hubli/Gadag
Parking: Parking available inside premises

Tour Plan
Day 1: Pune-Kittur-Varur-Annigeri-Gadag
Day 2: Gadag-Lakshmeshwara-Gadag-Sudi-Gadag
Day 3: Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Day 4: Bijaupur-Solapur

Day 1 - Pune to Gadag (524 Kms)
Pune-Kittur (381 Kms), Kittur-Varur (68 Kms), Varur-Annigeri-Gadag (72 Kms)

History as per Internet
The tallest monolithic idol of Bhagavan Parshwanath in India - a 61 foot idol weighing185 tons of Bhagavan Parshwanath and eight other Tirthankaras are located at Varur. Bhagwan Parashwanath is believed to preside over Ketu, Bhagwan Padmaprabhu rules the Sun, Bhagwan Chandraprabhu over the Moon, Bhagwan Vasupujya over Mars, Bhagwan Mallinath over Mercury, Bhagwan Mahavira Swami over Jupiter, Bhagwan Pushpadanta over Venus, Bhagwan Munisruvata over Saturn and Bhagwan Neminath over Rahu.The monolithic statue of Bhagavan Parshwanath is larger than the statue of Gommateshwara or Lord Bahubali in Shravanabelagola.

After visiting fort of Kittur, we had lunch at Kamat. Our next destination was Varur. We continued on NH48. After Hubli exit Varur is closeby on highway itself. The large stautues can be seen easily from a distance.

After darshan, we proceeded to Annigeri.

Base Town: Kittur
Where: 381 Kms from Pune
How to reach: NH48 Kolhapur/Banglore Highway
Best time to visit: All the year round
Time visited: Nov 2016
Time to see around: 1 Hour
Stay: Hubli
Food: Kamat, Dharwad (30 Kms towards Hubli)
Parking: Parking available inside premises

Tour Plan
Day 1: Pune-Kittur-Varur-Annigeri-Gadag
Day 2: Gadag-Laxmeshwara-Gadag-Sudi-Gadag
Day 3: Gadag-Dambal-Lakkundi-Itagi-Bijapur
Day 4: Bijapur-Solapur

Day 1 - Pune to Gadag (524 Kms)

Pune-Kittur (381 Kms), Kittur-Varur (68 Kms), Varur-Annigeri-Gadag (72 Kms)

History as per Internet
Kittur fort was held by the Desai marathas of Kittur, as well as Rani Chennamma, who revolted against the British in 1824. Kittur reached its zenith during the Mallasarja Desai. There is a archaeological museum has rich collection of antiquities found in and around Kittur, which include weapons, engraved wooden doors and windows of the Kittur palace, inscriptions and many more antiquities.

We started from Pune early morning and reached Kittur by 11/11.30 AM. Kittur fort is around 10 mins from Highway inside the Kittur town. Huge entrance gate welcomes you. On the left is Archaeological museum. Unfortunately being Diwali it was closed.

A 5 min walk takes you the monuments of large palace. History of the palace is documented.

This is the side entrance and immediate left is the Durbar Hall.

Durbar Hall

Swimming pool

Pole Star Room

Palace Entrance

Fort Boundary Wall

Main watch tower inside the fort

Type: Land Fort- Gadhi

Base Town: Bidar
Where: 400 Kms from Pune, 190 Kms from Solapur
Route Taken: Pune-Solapur-Bidar (off Solapur-Hyderabad highway)
Time visited: Oct 2014
Time to see: 2 hrs.
Food/Water: Food/Stay is available at Bidar, Solapur
Parking: Parking available inside the fort area near main entrance

History as per Internet:
Bidar Fort was built by Sultan Alla-Ud-Din Bahman of the Bahmani Dynasty., when his capital was moved from Gulbarga to Bidar in 1427. Surrounded by three miles long walls and, comprising 37 bastions, this fort has five entrances. Within the fort complex, there is an old city with several monuments and structures that belong to the Bahamian era. Among these monuments, the Gagan Mahal, Rangin Mahal and Takhat Mahal are most popular. Jami Masjid and Solah Khamba Masjid are the two notable mosques constructed within the fort.

Visited this majestic fort while I was returning from my hyderabad trip. Around a Km away is the first entrance to fort area. Inside among the hustling town lies the the Madrasa of Khwaja Mahmud Gawan, built in 1472 by Mahmud Gawan, the minister of Shah III. It is an outstanding example of Bahmani architecture built in the Persian style.

Unfortunately it was Diwali time and there was no guide who could show us around. There were several security guards and the place was well maintained.The main entrance door (as seen on left) with two bastions and the fence wall still stands basking in hot sun.

Main Gate

The well maintained gardens.

The Solah Khamba Mosque on the right side was built by Qubil Sultani between 1423 and 1424. The mosque derives it’s name from the 16 pillars that are lined in the front of the structure.

The fountains and flowing water system in courtyard.

The Rangin Mahal is one of the best preserved monuments inside the Bidar Fort complex. It is situated close to the Gumbad Gate and build by Barid Bidar in 1542-1580 AD.