Raichur Fort

Raichur Fort (Kannada: ರಾಯಚೂರು ಕೋಟೆ) is a fortress located on a hilltop in the heart of the Raichur in North Karnataka.

Raichur Fort
ರಾಯಚೂರು ಕೋಟೆ
Raichur, India
Raichur Fort
Raichur Fort
Coordinates	16°2′N 77°37′E
Type	Fort
Site information
Controlled by	Government of Karnataka
Open to the public	Yes
Condition	Ruins
Site history
Built by	Kakatiya dynasty

Main articles: Raichur Doab and Battle of Raichur

The Raichur region (Raichur Doab) has been ruled by several families; the Kakatiya dynasty, Rashtrakutas, Vijayanagar Empire, Bahmanis and Nizams.

History

Fortifications have existed since the time of the Chalukyas of Badami ; during the rule of Chalukyas of Kalyani the fort was renovated. The present fort was constructed in 1294 CE during Kakatiya rule. An inscription records that it was built by Raja Vithala by order of Raja Gore Gangaya Raddivaru, minister of Queen Rudramma Devi.[1]

During the rule of Vijayanagara Empire, Krishnadevaraya built the north entrance in celebration of one of his conquests.

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  Raichur fort
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  Iron Cannon

The fort is known for its many inscriptions, in several languages.[2]

In March 2011, 95 red granite balls and a cannon dated to the 13th Century were discovered by engineers cleaning the north west wall of the fort.[3]

See also

• Malliabad Fort
• Jaladurga
• Mudgal Fort
• Vijayanagar Empire
• Chalukyas
• Kakatiyas
• Musunuri Nayaks
• Raichur
• Forts of Karnataka
• North Karnataka

References

1. "Raichur Fort". Government of Karnataka - Department of Archaeology, Museums and Heritage. Retrieved 25 April 2018.
2. "Manuscripts". Archived from the original on 10 April 2009. Retrieved 25 April 2018.
3. Rao, D. K Kishan (5 March 2011). "95 stone balls found in Raichur fort". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 25 April 2018.

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