Originally built by Raja Gulchand, it was later strengthened by Ala-ud-din
Bahmani. The fort contained 15 towers and 26 guns of which one was 8 metres
long. with in the ramparts of the fort, there is an imposing mosque, which
resembles the great mosque of Cordona in spain. This mosque is the only
one of its kind in the entire country. Several tombs of the Bahmani Sultans
can be found in the eastern outskirts of the town.
Situated within the fort walls, it has stilted domes and narrow entrances
typical of the Persian style of architecture.
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Shrine of Saint Sharana Basaveshwara |
The shrine of an eminent Hindu religious teacher and
philosopher who preached religious and social equality. This temple has
been developed into a pilgrim centre. The annual fair, lasting for a
fortnight, is held during the month of May.
A
noted pilgrim centre. The river Bhima and Awarja unite here, and pilgrims
visit this place, throughout the year for a holy dip. The annual fair
is held in February.
Formerly
known as Surapura, this is the place where Raja Venkatappa Naik, rebelled
against the british in 1857. The temple
dedicated to lord Krishna under the name Gopalaswamy is an object of
considerable religious importance. A fair is organised at this place,
every year on Sri Krishna Janamashtami day.
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