Bijapur (State: Karnatka) is located at a distance of 530 km northwest of Bangalore. This city was established in the 10th - 11th centuries by the Chalukya Dynasty. It was then referred as Vijayapura (City of victory).
From the 13th century onwards this city was ruled by Mughal, Bahamani rulers. The city landscape is covered with great monuments of historical importance built during the Adil Shahi dynasty. It had a citadel of 6km stretch around the city. Within the citadel are the remains of both Hindu temples and old mosques. Outside the walls are the remains of a vast city, now for the most part in ruins.
The places of interest both old and new here are:
From the 13th century onwards this city was ruled by Mughal, Bahamani rulers. The city landscape is covered with great monuments of historical importance built during the Adil Shahi dynasty. It had a citadel of 6km stretch around the city. Within the citadel are the remains of both Hindu temples and old mosques. Outside the walls are the remains of a vast city, now for the most part in ruins.The places of interest both old and new here are:
- Gol Gumbaz
- Jama Masjid
- Ibrahim Roza (1, 2, 3)
- Mehtar Mahal
- Upli Buruj
- Barah Kaman
- Malik-E-Maidan
- Taj Bawdi
- Sidharameshwar Temple
- Citadel
Thanks so much for this wonderful piece of history! Loved it!
ReplyDeleteMarvelous captures, Rajesh, as always! And such interesting history! Have a great evening!
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These are beautiful shots. Great mosaic. Thanks for sharing
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Remarkable buildings and monuments in this photo collage! Each one impressive on its own.
ReplyDeleteGreat architecture (spelling?)
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You are so lucky to be able to visit these wonderful historical architecture. They are all so pretty.
ReplyDeleteYou always show us such interesting places. Great post.
ReplyDeleteWonderful buildings. I would love to see them in real life!
ReplyDeleteNice pictures, but I wish they were bigger. What is that structure on the right, second from the bottom? Looks different from others.
ReplyDeleteamazing place indeed!
ReplyDeleteI think I have to plan Bijapur next! Most probably will visit Nagarhole next month....not sure though..!!
ReplyDeletewonderful place and architecture.
ReplyDeleteRajesh: Wonderful views of the old structures. They are always so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful and historical buildings. Full of mysterious and rich culture. So glad you share with the world.
ReplyDeleteTell you what Rajesh, These beautiful monuments would require a fresh post with individual photgraphs
ReplyDeleteBeautiful collage; I love traveling with you.;))
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Thanks for sharing such a beautiful images of our historical places. These Great Historical monuments always attracts every traveller.
ReplyDeleteFantastic pics - I'd love to go to India. Someday, for sure!
ReplyDeleteNice piece of history.... did not mention about the whispering gallery
ReplyDeleteI have travelled so often through this place, seen the fort from afar, but always in a hurry to reach our destination some 4 hours away. Always wanted to stop, but never did. This makes me regret it all the more.
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ReplyDeleteFascinating place!
ReplyDeleteLovely shots!
ReplyDeleteHi Rajesh:)
ReplyDeleteVery interesting and lovely photos speaking volumes of our rich history and religious tolerance. Very informative narration and I enjoyed it.
Have a nice day:)
Joseph
beauty of a history
ReplyDeleteA fine collage, Rajesh! I would imagine one could spend many days wandering about here with so very much to see and think about!
ReplyDeleteCia Rajesh
ReplyDeletemi piace molto questo tuo mosaico !
Grandi foto :-))
Buona serata e grazie della visita.
This is wonderful buildings all of them!
ReplyDeleteWish you blessed summerdays:-) Hugs from Norway
So very, very beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLovely captures of the beautiful buildings, Rajesh. Thank you for sharing
ReplyDeletebelle serie et tres belle architecture
ReplyDeletelovely photos and thanks for the mini-tour, i would like to visit your place one day.
ReplyDeleteNice collage.. and nice travel info ...
ReplyDeleteVery nice collage and pictures too.
ReplyDeleteThere are such beautiful monuments in India! Everywhere you turn history and modernity coexist.
ReplyDeletenice collage of old beautiful building. Are they all heritage buildings?
ReplyDeleteI love seeing photos from around the world, so thanks for showing us a bit about India. It is such an old country compared to Canada.
ReplyDeleteAlways beautiful shots of fascinating places that I want to know more about. Research for me!
ReplyDeleteWonderful pictures, thank you for sharing with us.
ReplyDeleteI always enjoy your postings. We learn new things from them.
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful pictures! I hope someday I can visit those places!
ReplyDeleteHappy Blue Monday!
Ann
Beautiful, Rajesh.
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Lovely photos!
ReplyDeleteMy Blue Monday.
Lovely mosaic.
ReplyDeleteNicely done! Very lovely! Cathy
ReplyDeleteI feel like I have been on a grand tour of your pretty country. As well, I had a good lesson in history. Wonderful job for your post.
ReplyDeleteGreat collections!
ReplyDeleteAnd nice mosaic.
Amazing history and photos...beautiful mosaic, Rajesh!
ReplyDeleteLovely mosaic of architecture. Never bores me to study all the wonderful structures all over the world!
ReplyDeletethanks for stopping by.
Sherry
Great landscape... :O
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazingly beautiful place, filled with history! Thanks for taking us on the tour at MM. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for all the appreciation.
ReplyDeleteRaji, the structure you are asking in the mosaic is Uppali Buruj
Beautiful and interesting!!
ReplyDeleteWonderful photos and interesting commentary.
ReplyDeleteOh how fascinating! I'll have to share these photos with my granddaughters at our next little girls tea party. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for all the appreciation. I shall cover them in some detail.
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