Bijapur

BIJAPUR

Bijapur is a city in the state of Karnataka. It is the headquarters of the Bijapur district of Karnataka. It is famous for its historical monuments dating back to the Adil Shahi dynasty. Its located not very far from the major cities of Bangalore, Mumbai and Hyderabad.

PLACES OF TOURIST INTEREST:

Gol Gumbaz:

This monument in Bijapur is famous all over India. It is a symbol of magnificent architecture of the muslim rulers. it is the second largest dome in the world, next to St Peter’s Basilica in Rome. This place attracts a large number of tourists over the year. The main attraction in this place is the Whispering Gallery. This monument signifies the architectural marvel of the rulers at that time.

Ibrahim Rauza:

This monument is the tomb of Ibrahim Adil Shah II.

Malik-e-Maidan:

It is the largest medieval cannon in the world.

Upli Buruj:

This magnificent building is a spherical structure built in the 16^th century.

Asar Mahal:

This building was the court in the days of Mohammed Adil Shah in the 17^th century.

Gagan Palace:

This is a magnificent building with massive pillars and a grand central arch.

Saat Kabar:

This place has sixty graves and is regarded as the ‘dark tourist spot’.

Lord Shiva Statue:

This is the 2^nd biggest shiva statue in the country.

SHOPPING:

There are a number of shopping places in Bijapur. Tourist can find shopping malls where all major brands have their outlets. Also there are shops selling traditional and ethnic items which are unique to this place.

HOTELS:

Hotel Pleasant Stay

Madhuvan International

Hotel Kanishka International

Kanishka International Hotel

Hotel Rajdhani

Hotel Everest

Megharaj Hotel

Madhuvan Hotel

Hotel Sanman

Hotel Godavari International

HOW TO GET THERE:

Air:

Belgaum is the nearest airport from Bijapur where a number of flights connects it to many major places.

Railways:

There are trains running from Bijapur to many places within the state and also outside the state.

Roads:

There are well maintained roads to almost all major places in the state and also to all over India.