Bangalore Fort
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| Address | Krishna Rajendra Rd, New Tharagupet, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560002, India |
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| Hours | Open ⋅ Closes 5PM |
| Built by | Kempe Gowda I |
| Year built | 1537 |
| Materials | Initially built in 1537 in mud but later renovated in 1751 with granite stones |
| Architects | Kempe Gowda I |
| Did you know | With humble beginnings as a mud fort, the Bangalore Fort went through a tremendous journey in Indian history, and is now a stately edifice that stands the test of time. |
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| ID | 945945 |
About Bangalore Fort
Bangalore Fort began in 1537 as a mud fort. The builder was Kempe Gowda I, a vassal of the Vijaynagar Empire and the founder of Bangalore. Hyder Ali in 1761 replaced the mud fort with a stone fort and it was further improved by his son Tipu Sultan in the late 18th century.
Where is the Bangalore Fort
Click on the photo of Bangalore Fort to view it on Google Maps.
