Jaladurga Fort is located in Lingasugura taluk of Raichur district in the state of Karnataka. Jaldurga Fort is a small village on the banks of Krishna River. From the top of this fort, the flow of Krishna river looks picturesque.
Raichur Fort is about 461.2 km from Bangalore, 112.5 km from Raichur and 22 km from Lingasugur Taluk.
About Jaladurga Fort
It is said that this fort was once a stronghold of the Adil Shahis. The fort has seven gates, one with a watch tower and another with a tower/burge where prisoners were thrown from the rock as punishment. There is a stone inscription outside a temple in the fort.
The architecture of Jaladurga Fort exhibits a blend of styles and construction techniques that have evolved over the centuries. The fort was built primarily using locally available stone and mud bricks, reflecting the architectural prowess of its time.
Inside the fort one can see remains of ancient structures, including palaces, granaries and temples. A unique feature of the fort is its underground chambers and tunnels, which add an element of mystery and intrigue.
