A walk in the history of India

Bellary Fort, Karnataka

Bellary Fort is situated at the hilltop of the Ballari Gudda (Fort Hill) in the historic city of Bellary, in Bellary District, Karnataka. Ballari Gudda is presumed to be the second single rock mountain in the world. Bellary Fort is one of those historical sites that turn a history of over 3000 years. It was built in two parts namely, the Upper Fort and the Lower Fort.

Hanumappa Nayaka constructed the upper fort during Vijayanagar Empire. In 1769, Hyder Ali captured the fort and revamped it with the help of a French engineer and constructed the lower fort. The main attraction of the Bellary Fort is that it has been built on a monolithic rock. After Hyder Ali it was Tipu Sultan who ruled Bellary Fort.

The Upper fort was originally constructed during the Vijayanagara times. The multilateral Bellary Fort is with a single entrance. This part of the fort consists of a fortress, cisterns, temple, many pools and cells. It is said to have a tunnel that links to the cities of Mysore and Sriragapatna. A single rock-strewn way will lead the travellers to the top of Bellary Fort.

Hyder Ali constructed the lower part of the fort. This part lies in the eastern base of the rock. Measuring half a mile it once had armoury and garrisons. There are two entrances to access the Lower fort facing the eastern and the western directions. Outside the eastern gate there is a temple of Lord Hanuman.

Bellary Fort is a major tourist attraction in the Bellary district. Recently the fort has been embellished with light and it is spectacular to witness the huge structure at evening. 

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