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Anand Mahal
Location | Bijapur, Karnataka |
Built in | 1589 |
Built by | Adil Shah II |
Current Status | Premises for govt offices |
Architecture | Mughal Architecture |
Nearest Metro Station | Not available |
Ananda Mahal is also famous by name of 'Palace Of Delights' that was being built in 1589 AD by Adil Shah. This is the building of two stories that was once upon a time housed by the palace’s ladies and now has the presence of examination bungalow, gymkhana club, and many offices along with the assistant commissioner's quarters.
Just like the other monuments situated in Bijapur the Ananda Mahal is also famous for the harmonious merge of present as well as the past.
Architecture
This Mahal is out of the awesome monuments of the Bijapur that is about 530 kms towards the northwest side of Bangalore. This palace is being surrounded by luxuriant gardens and abundant cascades. The walls of this palace are decorated very well having large rooms along with two halls, the central hall and the frontal hall. The interiors of this palace are festooned with delightful foliations that are banquet to eyes of the tourists. Anand Mahal exhibits a slight amalgamation of present as well as the past.
How to Reach
The nearest airport available is at Belgaum that is about 205 km from this palace. Bijapur has the connection by road to Bangalore, Goa and to Belgaum. Various trains are available between Bijapur to Mumbai, Bangalore, Hospet and Vasco da Gama via Londa and Hubli.
Nearby Places to Visit
Gol Gumbaz
Gol Gumbaz is the famous monument of Bijapur. This Gumbaz is the crypt of Mohammed Adil Shah who ruled from 1627-1657. This is one of the largest domes that has been built ever and is next to the Basilica of St Peter situated in Rome. The central chamber of this dome is the very important point of attraction as the sound echoes seven times in this hall. There also the famous whispering Gallery in this Gumbaz where one can hear even the minute sounds very clearly from about 37 mts distance. The complex of Gol Gumbaz consists of Naqqar Khana, the hall of the trumpeters, a mosque and the skeleton of visitor's houses.
Ibrahim Rauza
This tomb was built by the famous ruler Ibrahim Adil Shah II who ruled from 1580-1627 and was dynasty’s 5th king. Just like Akbar the Mughal ruler he was also famous for giving importance to various religions. This monument has been built on single rock and is famous for the remarkable symmetry of appearance. This remarkable designing of this monument acted as the inspiration for Shah Jahan to build Taj Mahal.
Things to Do
Sightseeing
There are many awesome gardens around the Anand Mahal where the tourists and visitors can enjoy in relaxing atmosphere. There are also many offices of the government that are located in the premises of this Mahal.
Weather and Best Time to Visit
The climate of Bijapur always remains moderate except in summers.
- Summers: Summers stars from March and ends in May showing maximum temperature of about of approx 42 °C. Travelling is being avoided by the visitors in the months of May and April.
- Monsoons: Monsoon season remains from June to September and Bijapur experiences the moderated as well as mild rains with the annual rainfall on an average. Bijapur looks striking with unmarked plants in the area around.
- Winters: Winter season remains from December to February and the temperature varies from 20 °C to 30 °C. The atmosphere remains very pleasant in winters.
The best time to visit Bijapur is the months between October-March.
- The months between October- March are suitable for sightseeing around Bijapur.
- Short tips can be done in June - September months but visitors have to watch the rainy days.
- The months of April as well as May are very hot but one can visit the city and enjoy shopping also.
Accomodation
Shashinag Residency
NH - 13, Solapur - Chitradurga Bye Pass Road
Bijapur - 586103
Karnataka
Hotel Madhuvan International
Station Road
Bijapur - 586104
Karnataka
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