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Think of Bijapur and the first thing that comes to mind is the Gol
Gumbaz - the tomb of Mohammed Adil Shah.
Bijapur is known for its medieval monuments, which are a unique
form of Islamic architecture. The magnificent Gol Gumbaz is the
main attraction of this city. It is the largest dome in India and
the second largest in the world. Tourists are attracted to this
city by the various monuments built by the Adil Shahi rulers, who
ruled Bijapur between 15th and 17th century |
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Fortified
walls surround the old city. The main places to visit within Bijapur
are its monuments, which belong to the reign of the Adil Shahi dynasty.
The imposing Gol Gumbaz or the Round Dome, which is to the eastern
end of the walled city, is the |
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attraction of this city. Mohammad Adil Shah built it in 1659. This
structure has the largest dome, unsupported by pillars, to be found
in India and the second largest in the world. It houses the tomb
of Mohammad Adil Shah. From the turrets of the Gol Gumbaz, one can
have a panoramic view of the city. The medieval complex near the
Gol Gumbaz has important buildings.
There is an archeological museum and well-maintained gardens near
the Gol Gumbaz. Ibrahim Roza, which is on the western outskirts
of the city, is a beautiful tomb built by Adil Shah II for his queen.
It is an important structure and is known for its highly decorative
carving.
The citadel, which is situated at the center of the walled city,
is a small, fortified area with a moat. It has palaces, pleasure
gardens and public halls belonging to the Adil Shahi rulers. Though
most of the monuments are in ruins, the remnants of Gagan Mahal
are worth seeing. The Sat Manzil (seven-storied palace), Jala Manzil
(water pavilion) and the Bara Kaman (twelve arches) are important
spots near the citadel. Jama Masjid, the mosque built by Ali Adil
Shah I, is an important place to visit. The Taj Bawdi (water tank),
Upli Burj (watch tower), the Mehtar Mahal (palace built by sweepers)
and Asar Mahal are other important places to visit in Bijapur. The
Malik-e-Maidan (monarch of the plains) cannon, which is one of the
largest surviving bell-metal cannons in the world, is placed on
the city walls and is an important attraction of the city. |
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There
are a number of places of interest around Bijapur. The temple town
of Aihole, 129 km from Bijapur, has a number of richly carved temples
belonging to the Chalukya rulers, dating back to 6th and 8th century.
The historic cities of Gulbarga (159 km) and Badami (132 km) can
be visited from Bijapur. Basavana Bagevadi (43 km) is known for
its temple and is the birthplace of Saint Basaveshwara. Kundalasangama,
67 km from Bijapur, is an important pilgrim center and it is associated
with the 12th-century poet and social reformer Saint Basaveshwara. |
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By
Rail : Bijapur does not have an airport of its own. Bijapur railway
station is located 2 km east of the city center, beyond the walled
city. Few trains pass and stop at Bijapur. However, there are a
number of trains to Sholapur (in the state of Maharashtra) and Gadag,
which are important railheads, from where one can get trains to
Bangalore, Hyderabad and Mumbai.
By Road : The main stand in Bijapur
is near the southwestern side of the citadel, near the city center.
Bus services to Badami (4 hours), Belgaum (5 hours), Gulbarga (4
hours), Bidar (7 hours), Hubli (4½ hours), and Sholapur (2
hours) are frequent. |
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