About Malik-e-Maidan
Malik-e-Maidan is the prime attraction in Bijapur which houses world’s largest medieval cannon in it. The name means “The Monarch of Plains”. Canon is huge and weighs 55 ton. Its length is 4 m and diameter 1.5 m. Worlds Largest Cannon belonging to the medieval period placed on a specially made platform on a lion gate called as the Sherza Burj in the local language. The cannon is supposed to have been transported all the way from Ahmednagar as a trophy of a 17th century war. In 17th century, the Adil shah Sultan brought this cannon from Ahmednagar as a symbol of victory. Nearly 400 oxen, 10 elephants and tens of men helped to transport this canon to Bijapur. The nozzle of canon is made like a head of lion. Men after shooting the canon used to hide under water in tank in order to avoid the deafening sound produced by canon. Inspite of being exposed to hot sunlight, tourists can feel chillness when they touch the canon. The sounds like a bell when tapped.
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Toravi Narasimha Temple, Karnataka
0.1 km from Malik-e-Maidan - 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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Citadel, Karnataka
1.3 km from Malik-e-Maidan - See map
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...
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Ibrahim Rauza Tomb, Karnataka
1.4 km from Malik-e-Maidan - 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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Gagan Mahal, Karnataka
1.4 km from Malik-e-Maidan - 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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Asar Mahal, Karnataka
1.8 km from Malik-e-Maidan - 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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Mehtar Mahal, Karnataka
2.3 km from Malik-e-Maidan - 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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Jama Masjid, Bijapur, Karnataka
3 km from Malik-e-Maidan - 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
3.2 km from Malik-e-Maidan - 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
77 km from Malik-e-Maidan - 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
90.7 km from Malik-e-Maidan - 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
95.5 km from Malik-e-Maidan - 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
98.7 km from Malik-e-Maidan - 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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