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Bijapur, Karnataka, India
Details: The Bijapur Fort, also known as the Citadel or Arkilla, is the massive heart of the city's historical defense system. Built by Yusuf Adil Shah in 1566, it is one of the most formidable fortifications in Southern India. The fort is designed in two concentric circles, with the inner Citadel h ousing the royal palaces, administrative halls, and private gardens. The outer wall, stretching over 10 kilometers, once protected the entire city of Vijayapura. The fort is famous for its 96 massive bastions, each uniquely designed and heavily armed with cannons during the sultanate's peak. Walking through the fort's massive gateways, like the Mecca Gate, is like stepping back into a time of epic battles and royal splendor. Inside the Citadel, you can find the ruins of the Gagan Mahal, the Sat Manzili, and the Jala Manzil. The moat surrounding the fort, though now partially filled, was once 50 feet wide and filled with water to deter invaders. The fort has witnessed the rise and fall of the Adil Shahi dynasty and was eventually captured by the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. Today, it stands as a testament to the engineering brilliance of the medieval period, blending Persian, Turkish, and local Deccani styles. The fort walls provide a panoramic view of the modern city growing around the ancient stone, creating a striking contrast between the old and the new.
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