Chitradurga Fort - Karnataka

We visited Chitradurga Fort in route to Hampi from Bangalore. Fort is around 201 kms from Bangalore, almost 4 hours on road if we starts early morning.

Chitradurga Fort was known as Chitaldoorg during the British era. It is a massive fortification that  stretches over several hills overlooking a flat valley in the district of Chitradurga in Karnataka, India. The name Chitradurga means ‘picturesque fort’ in Kannada, and true to its name, this place offers stunning views of the nearby hills and a calm, tranquil environment. 

Entry in the fort was quite interesting with high, stiff walls, which was really difficult for the enemy to enter into the fort. One main attraction in the fort is Obbavana Khindi, secret opening to enter into fort.We spent almost 3-4 hours there and again came to the entrance of the fort. It was a great experience to see the fort in fresh morning with soft cold waves and mild sun rays.

The fort was built between the 11th and 13th centuries by the dynastic rulers of the region including the Chalukyas and Hoysalas, and later the Nayakas of Chitradurga of the Vijaynagar Empire. The fort was expanded between the 15th and 18th centuries by the Nayakas of Chitradurga also known as Palegar Nayakas. 

The fort lies embellished with eighteen temples. Some of the well-known temples are the Hidimbeswara, Sampige Siddeshwara, Ekanathamma and Phalguneshwara. 

The massive Chitradurga Fort is spread across 1500 acres on a cluster of hills. The fort was constructed in many phases spread across eight centuries. Located in the beautiful state of Karnataka, the Chitradurga fort lies beside the river Vedavati. It lies at a distance of 200 km from Bengaluru, which makes it one of the most exciting weekend getaways from the city. This place has been known by several names like Chitrakaladurg and Chitradurga before the British named it Chittaldurg. Escape the noise and monotony of city life and plan an escape that takes you beyond the confines of time.

The Chitradurga Fort has a rich and varied history and has also been mentioned in the famous Indian epic- the Mahabharata. This place is blessed with incredible beauty and rich history. Therefore, there is no dearth of places to see here. 

This is the one where most of the people wants to go & enjoy, age group doesn't matter! 

It is one among our memorable days exploring rich history and culture of Karnataka.

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