GOL GUMBAZ
Jadar Galli, Vijayapura, Karnataka, India
Gol Gumbaz is the crypt of Mohammed Adil Shah, who was the Sultan of Bijapur. He was the seventh ruler of Adil Shah Dynasty. This magnificent monument was constructed by the architect Yaqut of Dabul, in the year 1656. The monument derives its name from "Gola Gummata" or "Gol Gombadh", which mean a "circular dome". Constructed as per the Deccan architecture, Gol Gumbaz is one of the most significant monuments of India located in the state of Karnataka.
The grand structure of the monument is composed of a cube on each side, which is capped by a dome in external diameter. Inside the gigantic dome, "whispering gallery" runs around. These are named so because even the slightest of the sound can be heard on the other side due to the acoustics of the space. The construction of Gol Gumbaz started in the year 1626 A.D., and it took about a span of 30 years to complete its structure. It is maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
Suggested time duration
5 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
November to April
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 10:00 AM | 05:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Bijapur Bus Stand |
3 KM | 9449596666 |
 Bijapur Railway Station |
1 KM | 919901644314 |
 Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru |
552 KM | 18004254425 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Vijayapura | 3 KM |
Nearest Temples
SHRI SHIDDESHWAR TEMPLE
Bijapur was first settled by Chalukya dynasty
AIHOLE DURGA DEVI TEMPLE
Durga is the protector of the fort here
AIHOLE LADKHAN TEMPLE
The Temple was built around 450 A.D
BADAMI CAVE TEMPLES
The caves were built on the basis of Nagara and Dravida architecture
SRI KUDALA SANGAMESWARA TEMPLE
Famous rivers Krishna and Ghataprabha merge here
Nearest Attractions
CavesRAVANA PHADI CAVE
This stone cut is of 6th century engineering of the Chalukya line
DamLAL BAHADUR SHASTRI SAGAR DAM ALMATTI DAM
This is a hydroelectric project on the Krishna River
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