About Citadel
One of the distinct portions of Bijapur city, Citadel was established by Yusuf Adil Shah in 1566. Inside the citadel there are many remains of Hindu temples, palaces etc. The Citadel is surrounded by 30-50 ft high wall which has 10 gates for the entry into the Citadel. Each gate is of 25 ft in width. In earlier days, this citadel was used by the Bijapur Kings, to defy the intrusion of their enemies. Also outside the Citadel wall, there are 100 yard wide ditch which surrounds the citadel. This ditch was once a good source of water whereas now it is just a turbid pool. The walls are ornamented with 96 munitions, each of different patterns. Even though tourists can come across remains of the historical monuments inside the Citadel, the place is a prime tourist attraction of Bijapur.
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Places to Visit near Citadel
Gagan Mahal, Karnataka
0.1 km from Citadel - See map
Gagan Mahal, dating back to 15th century was once a “Durbar Hall” for Sultan Ali I. Tourists can come across three arches among which the...
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Mehtar Mahal, Karnataka
0.8 km from Citadel - See map
The ornamental gateway in Bijapur, Mehtar Mahal is also termed as “Sweeper’s Palace”. This palace was established in 1620 AD. The Mahal...
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Asar Mahal, Karnataka
0.9 km from Citadel - See map
This Mahal is located nearby Jama Masjid in Bijapur. Being Established in 16th century By Mohammed Adil Shah, the place is also termed as...
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Malik-e-Maidan, Karnataka
1.3 km from Citadel - See map
Malik-e-Maidan is the prime attraction in Bijapur which houses world’s largest medieval cannon in it. The name means “The Monarch of...
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Toravi Narasimha Temple, Karnataka
1.5 km from Citadel - See map
Toravi Narashima Temple is located nearby “Adil Shah Sangeeta Mahal”. It is built underground. The people in Toravi visit the temple every...
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Ibrahim Rauza Tomb, Karnataka
2 km from Citadel - See map
The Ibrahim Roza Tomb in Bijapur is surrounded by beautiful garden. The tomb was built for Sultan Ibrahim Adil Shah II. As per history that this...
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Jama Masjid, Bijapur, Karnataka
2.2 km from Citadel - See map
Ali Adil Shah built this Jama Masjid in 15th century after winning over the Talikota in a battle. Sprawling across 10,810 acres, Jama Masjid has...
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Gol Gumbaz, Karnataka
2.5 km from Citadel - See map
Gol Gumbaz which means "Round Dome" is the mausoleum of Bijapur Sultan Mohammed Adil Shah. This tomb is the standing example of structural...
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Hattarsang, Maharashtra
78 km from Citadel - See map
The ancient archeological discoveries at Hattarsang Kudal have put this location on the popular destinations map. The Harihareshwar temple and the...
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Kudalasangama, Karnataka
89.3 km from Citadel - See map
Kudalasangama or Kudala Sangama is an 800 year old pilgrim center. Kudalasangama is located 90 KMs away from Bijapur. It is thronged by people...
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Revansiddeshwar Temple, Maharashtra
97 km from Citadel - See map
Dedicated to a popular saint called Revansiddeshwara, Revan Siddeshwar Temple is a very old temple located close to the animal zoo and Sambhaji...
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Siddheshwar Temple, Maharashtra
100 km from Citadel - See map
Siddheshwar Temple dedicated to Shree Sidhdheshwar, is located in the centre of a lake near the local fort. The city also hosts a pilgrimage in...
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