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Hampi
Hampi was the capital city of the powerful south Indian
Vijayanagar Empire . Founded by Harihara And Bukka
in 1336, it fell to the Muslim rulers of north India
in 1565 after the disastrous battle of Talikota and
subsequently lapsed into decline and abandonment.
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Badami
Picturesquely situated at the mouth of a ravine between
two rocky hills, the exquisite sculptures and the
rust red sandstone cliffs of Badami tell many a tale
of yore.
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Pattadakal
With its beautifully chiselled temples, this World
Heritage Site on the banks of the Malaprabha river
bears testimony to the richness of Chalukyan architecture.
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Aihole
A tranquil village on the banks of the Malaprabha
river, Aihole is acclaimed as the cradle of Hindu
temple architecture.
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Lakkundi
12km southeast of Gadag is the modest village of Lakkundi.
Here, scattered among the tiny houses and dusty lanes
are 50 stunning temples and 29 inscriptions dating
back to the Kalyana Chalukya period.
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Kittur
Chennamma Fort
Located on the Pune-Bangalore highway about 50km from
Belgaum and 32km from Dharwad, the tiny town of Kittur
with its dilapidated palace.
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Chitradurga
Fort
Chitradurga, on the highway linking Bangalore with
Hospet, is famed for its massive Kallina Kote (Palace
of Stone) fort, a marvel of military architecture
made impregnable by the Nayak Palegars.
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Bijapur
The one-time capital of the Adil Shahi kings (1489-1686)
is dotted with mosques, mausoleums, palaces, fortifications,
watchtowers..
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Gulbarga
Gulbarga, the largest district in Karnataka, is a land where the past melds with the present.
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Bidar
Medieval Bidar was widely renowned for its splendour, as a seat of learning, cultural marvels and as a capital city. Bidar is situated almost in the centre of geographical ‘Deccan’ and on the eastern border of the historical ‘Deccan’.
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Mysore
Palace
All roads in Mysore lead to the Mysore Palace. Built
in Indo-Saracenic style with domes, turrets, arches,
and colonnades, the palace is a treasure house of
exquisite carvings and works of art from all over
the world.
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Srirangapatna
The island fortress of the legendary warrior king
Tipu Sultan is just 16km from Mysore city.
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Somnathpur
Situated in the unobtrusive village of Somnathpur,
35km from Mysore, the exquisitely carved, star-shaped
temple with triple towers is a perfect example of
Hoysala architecture.
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Belur
On the banks of the Yagachi river in Belur, a star-shaped
temple with hand lathe-turned filigreed pillars and
sculptures will take your breath away. It is the only
Hoysala temple still in active worship.
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Helebeedu
Just 17km away from Belur is Halebeedu, the ancient
capital of the Hoysalas. The temple, perched on a
star-shaped base amidst lawns, is a sculptural extravaganza.
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Bangalore
Palace
Modelled on the lines of the Windsor Castle, the Bangalore
Palace flaunts turreted parapets, battlements, fortified
towers, and arches. Entry to the palace is restricted.
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Tipu's
Fort and Palace
visit to Tipu's Fort is an enriching experience. Built
in 1791, this summer retreat of Tipu Sultan in Bangalore
is a two-storied ornate wooden structure with fluted
pillars, cusped arches, and balconies.
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Bellary
Fort
Bellary Fort Built a top the Ballary Gudda or Fort
Hill, during Vijayanagar times by Hanumappa Nayaka
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Adi
Chunchanagiri
The seat of the Swami of the Vokkaliga community ,
this small town is a noted center of Bhairva Worship
. The main attraction here is the gangadeshwara Temple
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