Shahapur Fort - Fortress in Shahapur - Yadgir, India

Shahpur Fort is another ruined fort in northern Karnataka. This fort is a twin fort. Shahapur area was originally known as Sagaranadu ~ Sagar. It is said that Sagar was part of Vijayanagara empire. This fort might have been built between 950 CE to 1100 CE by Venkatappa Nayaka. Later after the collapse of Vijayanagara, the area was ruled by Bahamanis of Gulbarga.

Best of historical place in shahapur

The place is not developed for tourist attraction but it's really great to explore

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One of the highlights of this beautiful place is the panoramic view of the surrounding landscape from the top of the fort. The view was truly breathtaking and I could see for miles around. Also near by tourist attractions Siddhalingeshwara Temple, Navagraha temple, Shri Gangadhar Shiva Temple , Laxmi Mata temple etc Many kannada Marathi cinemas shooting place nearby forest area. Best place to visit as one day tourist attraction place. You must visit : Siddhalingeshwara Temple is a popular Hindu temple dedicated to Lord SHIVA that is situated on a hilltop offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

This hilltop fort appears to be very beautiful from the town with so many security bastions and huge rampart wall.The fort is massive covering three independent hills having modern temple on one,flag hoisting on the central one and ruins of mosque and islamic structures on third hill.The central fort is interconnected to islamic fort and has massive ruins of so many security towers, damaged walls and no structures left except the flag hoisted part.The bird view of two big lakes at the base of the hills which are part of the town now is excellent from the fort and worth visiting on a hot and comfortable day.There are two beautiful rock cisterns covered with small green plants inside the water which is colourful and perfect for photography.The mosque structure is intact and other palaces are damaged with ruins of the islamic arch designs that can be covered quickly.

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Not at all in a good condition. Not maintained by any authority of government and private sector. But has history very historical place. Mystery spot. Adventurous trekking. And good view point to Shahapur city