Kondapalli Fort, Vijayawada

Kondapalli Fort also known as Kondapalli Kota, is a wonderful 14th century fort situated in Kondapalli village of Guntur district near Vijayawada. The Kondapalli Fort was built by the Musunuri Nayaks in the 14th century. It served as a military fortification during the British period and is said to have been built during the 14th century as a center of entertainment, trade and trade.

The fort has Garib Sahib's Dargah, Golconda Darwaza, Tanisha Maha and a storehouse of idols, remains of ancient coins. The resplendent fort is considered to be of great historical importance and attracts tourists from all over the world.

These are the following best thing inside Kondapalli Fort

• Durbar Hall / Gajashala (Ground Floor)
• Natyashala (First Floor)
• Barracks
• Water Tank Area
• Toilet Blocks
• Diwani-i-Khas
• Rani Mahal
• Market Yard
• Koneru Pond
• Granary / Dhanyagara
• Jail Khana
• Topekhana/Armoury
• Temple Area

The structure of the Kondapalli Fort reflects a blend of Persian, Mughal and Bahmani styles as it has its roots in parallel history. The Kondapalli Fort has three consecutive entrances. The radiant complex has an entrance, the Dargah Darwaza, made of a single boulder of granite walls of the fort, adorned with inscriptions and paintings. It is 12 feet (3.7 m) wide and 15 feet (4.6 m) high.

1. The fort also has an English barracks with eight rooms and an English cemetery.
2. The fort offers a panoramic view of the valley and is an ideal place for a picnic.
3. When you go inside the fort you will definitely get a breathtaking view of the valley.
4. Nearby villages are famous for doll making, especially Kondapalli dolls. You will find vendors selling these beautiful dolls and you can buy as a souvenir.

📅 Last update: 2024-07-13 || ✍ Author: Sandhya Chauhan

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