Solapur Bhuikot Killa


The Solapur Bhuikot Killa (Fort) is one of the major tourist locations in Solapur, Maharashtra. This fort is not only an ancient Muslim fort located in Solapur, but also one of the ancient historical and religious places in Maharashtra.

Solapur Bhuikot Killa
LocationSolapur, Maharashtra
Built14th century by Bahmani dynasty

History

It is said that the fort was built during the 14th century under the rule of Bahamani Dynasty. As per the historians, Aurangazeb spent quite some time in this fort. Once it was handed over to the Peshwas, Bajirao II also stayed here. Bahamani Sultan built a temple in the fort that attracts thousands of visitors.[1]

Architecture

The fort has double fortification and has typical Bahmani era construction style. It has two gates, North gate and Mahakali gate, a Shani temple, a ruined Shiva temple with underground Shiva Linga and a Mahakaleshwar temple and a mosque with carved ceiling and several pillars inside it. Siddheshwar temple, Siddheshwar Lake and Hutatma Bagh are also present beside the fort.[2][3] The fort is constructed on land hence it is called Bhuikot Killa.

There is also a well, which is in octagonal in shape and a small pond inside it. The fort is now in ruins.[1][2]

References
  1. "Bhuikot Fort in Solapur, History of Ancient Bhuikot Fort in Solapur". www.solapuronline.in.
  2. "Solapur Fort (Bhuikot)" – via www.youtube.com.
  3. "Hutatma Statue (Char Putala) | Solapur - Book Hotel and Tour Packages". www.travelmyglobe.com.

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