This town was once the Bahamani capital from 1347 until it was transferred to Bidar in 1428. Gulbarga is a unique synthesis of two cultures.
The Fort of Gulbarga is an amazing structure, with 15 towers and 26 guns. Inside the fort, is the Jama Masjid, built during the late 14th century by a Moorish architect who is said to have fashioned it on the lines of the great mosque in Cordoba in Spain.
Bahamani Tombs - there are several imposing tombs of the Bahamani kings like the Khwaja Bande Nawaz. This tomb is also the venue of the annual Urs, attended by thousands of people.
Other attractions are - the Dargah Library that houses almost 10,000 books in Urdu, Persian and Arabic and the Sharana Basaveshwara Temple.
Things to do
Heritage sightseeing, Art & culture
