India /Karnataka /Bijapur /Bijapur
The beautiful city of Bijapur is located in Karnataka in South India. It is famous for the many historic marvels that dot the city. The history of the city dates back to the 11th century when it was founded by the Chalukya dynasty. They referred to it as Vijayapura. It was since the 14th century that the city was being called Vijapur or Bijapur when it came under the Bahamani sultanate of. The city was taken over by the Adil shah dynasty in the 15th century. Much of the city’s greatness belongs to the monuments that were constructed during this period. After India’s independence the place became part of the Bombay state but it was restored to Mysore in 1956. The city comprises people of both Aryan and Dravidian descent. Most of the city’s population is Hindu Lingayat. There are very few Christian and Muslim communities in the region. There are several world famous locations in the city such as the following: one of the largest domes in the world, an architectural marvel , the largest mosque in the area ,Malik-e-Maidan, the largest medieval cannon in the world. There are many more equally magnificent structures like Asar Mahal, Chand Bawdi, Gagan Mahal, Barakaman and Upri Buruj. Besides these the city also has several sprawling gardens. Bijapur still maintains its royal character and the many monuments are sure to acquaint one with the rich culture and tradition of the area. Best season to visit Bijapur is from October to March.
Bijapur
Quick Facts-Edit
Category : Historical
Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours
Pincode: 586101
STD Code: 8352
Info Website: bijapur.gov.in
Best Time to Visit: October-February (During Winters)
HistoryEdit
The Bijapur city in Karnataka is a historical town that boats of rich heritage and culture. The history of Bijapur goes to the times of Kalyan Chalukya who ruled here during the 11th and 12th century. During this time the city was known as Vijayapura. In later part of the 13th century, the city like the rest of the India came under the rule of the Khilji Sultanate of Delhi. The city came under the ruling of the Bahmani Sultans of Gulbarga in the year 1347 and it was then that the time was referred as ‘Vijaypur’ which later got malformed into ‘Bijapur’. Further in the year 1518, the Bahmani sultans splintered in to five and were known as the Deccan Sultans. Bijapur came into the hands of King Adil Shah Dynasty and was led by Yusuf Adil Shah. Most of the monuments that adorn Bijapur today were built during his reign. Aurangzeb captured the land of Bijapur in 1686, marking the end of the rule of Adil Shah Dynasty. However, British gained control of Bijapur along with Satara in 1848, after a fierce battle between Peshawa and the British. It remained so till independence, when it was declared a part of Bombay state. It the year 1956, the city of Bijapur was reassigned to the Mysore state which later came to known as Bijapur. It is the treasure of Islamic architec, It has world famous monuments Bijapur city in Bijapur District of the Indian state of Karnataka. Bijapur fort has a plethora of historical monuments of architectural importance built during the rule of Adil Shahi dynasty. The Adil Shahi Sultans who ruled for nearly 200 years in Bijapur had expended their utmost authority, almost exclusively, on architecture and the allied arts, each Sultan endeavored to excel his predecessor in the number, size, or splendor of his building projects. As a result, the buildings seen in and around Bijapur Fort and the town have been rightly called as the Agra of South.
Places to VisitAdd
How to ReachEdit
By Air : The nearest airport to Bijapur is Belgaum, which is about 205 km away. Belgaum is connected to Mumbai by domestic flights. From Belgaum to Bijapur, taxi charge is about Rs 3,500. Mumbai (501 km) and Bangalore (539 km) are the International Airports close by, from where it requires about 12 – 13 hours travel to reach Bijapur by Taxi/ buses.
By Train : Bijapur is connected by rail to many cities in the state and also the cities in the neighboring states. It is well connected to Bangalore (Mysore Weekly Express), Mumbai (Bjp Bb Fast Pas), Hyderabad (Bolarum Passr) and Hubli (Yeswantpur Exp).
By BUS : KSRTC buses are running regularly between the nearby cities to Bijapur. Tourist luxury buses are regularly available from Bangalore and Mumbai, each will cost about Rs 1200-1,500 per head.
By Taxi : Tourists can hire taxis to visit famous destinations like Gol Gumbaz, Ibrahim Rauza, Jumma Masjid and Malik-e-Maidan
By Other : N.A
Top HotelsAdd
Hotel Madhuvan International ; Station Road,,Bijapur,586104 ; Ph – 083 52 255571 ; Facilities – 24-hour front desk,24-hour room service, Air conditioning,Laundry,Parking,24-Hour Security,Concierge,Banquet facilities, Doctor on call.
Hotel Pleasant Stay ; Solapur Road, Bijapur 586104, ; Ph – 083 52 261291 ; Facilities – 24 hours room service and a car rental desk. Facilities at the hotel include a suit press, a laundry service and laundry facilities.TV, cable / satellite channels and a ceiling fan.
Hotel Pearl ; Opposite Gol Gumbaz, Bijapur 586102. ; Ph – 083 52 256003 ; Facilities – Concierge,Indoor Parking,Lounge,Doctor on call,Shopping,Travel Desk,24-hour front desk,24-hour room service,Air conditioning,Laundry,Parking,24-Hour Security
Hotel Kanishka International ; Station Road, Bijapur 586104, India ; Ph – 083 52 223788 ; Facilities – Executive Level/Floor,Laundry/Valet Services,Banquet facilities,Travel Desk,24-hour front desk,24-hour room service, Air conditioning,Laundry,Parking,24-Hour Security
Top RestaurantsAdd
- Kamath Restaurant ; Hotel Kanishka International, Station Road Bijapur, Bijapur-Karnataka – 586101 ; M – (08352) 223788, 223789, 255506, 243131 ; Food Serve : N.A
- Bijapur Cafe ; Ganapathi Chowk, Indi Road, Bijapur- 586101 ; M – 9945466695 ; Food Serve : Fast food, Idlis and dosas
- Hotel Triveni ; Address: Bukhari Masjid Road, MG Road, Bijapur- 586101 ; M – (08352) 251005, 9448137799 ; Food Serve : North Indian, South Indian
Must Eat FoodAdd
Must Do ActivitiesAdd
Must ShopAdd
Hand woven Ilkal saris, ; N.A ; N.A ; Ph/M: N.A
Beaded jewellery ; N.A ; SAMATHA BUILDING, KIRTI NAGAR, B. BAGEWADI ROAD, Bijapur – 586101, ; Ph/M: 91-8352-278204
Lambani jewellery ; N.A ; N.A ; Ph/M: N.A
Nightlife (Pub / Disc / BAR)Add
International Bar And Restaurant ; Kabre Bazar, MG Road, Bijapur- 586101 ; Ph/M: (08352) 251856 ; Cost: N.A ; Food Serve : North Indian,South Indian & Alcohol
Sheetal’s Big Bite ; Patil Building, B.l.d.e Road, Ashram Road Bijapur, Bijapur-karnataka – 586101 ; Ph/M: (08352) 240566, 695664 ; Cost: N.A ; Food Serve : N.A
Hotel Heritage International ; Near Golgumbaz, Station Road, Station Road Bijapur, BIJAPUR-Karnataka – 586101 ; Ph/M: 9483033217 ; Cost: N.A ; Food Serve : N.A
SpaAdd
FestivalAdd
Siddeshwara Temple Car ; Venue: Bijapur ; Period : January ; Details: N.A
Asar Mahal Urs ; Venue: Bijapur ; Period : September ; Details: N.A
Safety / WarningEdit
- Double-check all hotel and restaurant bills for errors.
- Don’t leave cash and valuables in your hotel room. Use room safes where available.
- Keep daily cash in separate pockets.
HelplineEdit
- Control Room : 250844
- Tourisum Dept : 250359
ItineraryEdit
Day 1:
10:00 amMoat at Bijapur Fort;Approx. time spent : 3 hrs
1:00 pm Jumma Masjid;Approx. time spent : 3 hrs
4:00 pm Gol Gumbaz;Approx. time spent : 3 hrs
7:00 pm: Bhairamgarh Sanctuary;Approx. time spent : 2 hrs
Day 2:
10:00 am Uppali Buruz;Approx. time spent : 3 hrs
1:00 pm Gagan Mahal;Approx. time spent : 3 hrs
4:00 pm ASI Museum in Bijapur;Approx. time spent : 3 hrs
Day 3:
10:00 am Ibrahim Rouza;Approx. time spent : 2 hrs
1:00 pm Dargah Mandir;Approx. time spent : 3 hrs
4:00 pm Malik-i-Maidan;Approx. time spent : 3 hrs
