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DoMinar built by Muslim kings (Nizams), has two tall pillars and the height of the pillars is approximately equal to that of Hyderabad [[Charminar]].
DoMinar built by Muslim kings (Nizams), has two tall pillars and the height of the pillars is approximately equal to that of Hyderabad [[Charminar]].


== See Also ==
*[[Musunuri Nayaks]]
==References==
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Elgandal Fort
Karimnagar, Telangana
Elgandal Fort is located in Telangana
Elgandal Fort
Elgandal Fort
Coordinates18°25′15″N 79°02′33″E / 18.420751°N 79.042601°E / 18.420751; 79.042601
TypeFort
Site information
Open to
the public
Yes
Site history
MaterialsStone

Elgandal Fort is situated amidst palm groves on the banks of the Manair River (a tributary of the Godavari River), approximately 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) from Karimnagar on the Kamareddy Road in the Indian state of Telangana. It was once under the control of the Qutub Shahi dynasty, the Mughal Empire, and the Nizams of Hyderabad. During the Nizam era it was the headquarters of Karimnagar. It is believed that a secret tunnel connects Elgandal Fort and Manakondur some 9 kilometres (5.6 mi) from Karimnagar on the Karimnagar-Vemulawada highway.[1]

History

Teen Minar, Elgandal Fort
Teen Minar, Elgandal Fort

Originally known as Veligundula, Elgandal is a hillfort built during the Kakatiya dynasty (1083–1323) and served as a stronghold for the warrior Musunuri Nayaks. The Qutb Shahi dynasty occupied the fort in the 16th century and posted Quinamul Mulk as commander. Subsequently, it fell under the administrative control of the Mughal Empire.Amin Khan was appointed as Khiledar of Elagandal during the reign of Nizam of Hyderabad Nizam-ul-Mulk, Asaf Jah I (r. 1724–1748) followed by Muqarrab Khan. Mirza ibrahim dhamsa became Khiledar during the reign of Nawab Salabat Jung. Dhamsa rebuilt and strengthened the fort in 1754 during the reign of Sikindar Jha (r.1803-1823). Bahadur Khan and Karimuddin served as Khiledars. Karimnagar was named after Karimuddin. While reorganizing the districts, Mahbub Ali Khan, the Sixth Nizam, shifted the District Headquarters from Elagandal to Karimnagar in 1905.

Elgandal's rulers surrounded the fort with a crocodile filled moat of around 5 metres (16 ft) wide and 4 metres (13 ft) deep to prevent enemy incursions.[1]

The site also houses a mosque and an eidgah, the designated place for special Eid prayers.

Notable sites

Elagndal village is located 15 km from Karimnagar. This is a historical place. The places to visit in Elagandal village include

  • The fort on a hill called as Elagandal khilla
  • Brindavan tank outside the eastern gateway of the fort, built by Zafar-ud-Doula in 1754, with minarets that oscillate when shaken
  • "Dho Minar"

DoMinar built by Muslim kings (Nizams), has two tall pillars and the height of the pillars is approximately equal to that of Hyderabad Charminar.

See Also

References

  1. ^ a b K. M. Dayashankar (18 November 2010). "Wild bears make Elgandal Fort their home". The Hindu. Retrieved 7 December 2014. {{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in: |publisher= (help)