Kandhar Fort — Attraction in Maharashtra

कंधार किल्ला 1200 years old Kandhar Fort and 750 years old Dargah

Kandhar Bhuikot Killa (a fort that is built on flat land and not on any mountain) ancient 1200 years old fort in Kandhar.

Kandhar Fort is situated in Kandhar tahsil of Nanded district. Fort is located in the middle of the Kandhar. This fort is one of those forts in Maharashtra which are well maintained, but now it is almost in ruins.

The 1200 years old fort was built by King Krishna 3 of Malkhed. The fort is scattered on 24 acres land. It is surrounded by a canal filled with water and popular for its architecture. Fort is also popularly known as Bhuikot Killa. There was an attractive statue of King Kesavray 3. The statue was stolen. Lal Mahal, Darbar Mahal and remains of magnificent sculptures are very attractive.

The Bhuikot Killa is considered to be the most beautiful item of architecture. This fort is a tourist attraction in Nanded.

The fort bulwark, The bastions and Baradari, Lalmahal, Rani Mahal, Shish Mahal, Barudkhana (Magazine), Prison (कैदखाना), Jal Mahal, Darbar Mahal, Raja Mahal, Rajbagh Swar, the Amarkhana, the Gateway, the subway, etc. It's worth seeing.

Outside the Kandhar fort at some distance is a hillock on which is situated an old Idgah held in reverence by the Muslims.

The Sayyad Saidodin alias Haji Saiyya Saravar Magadum Dargah known as the Haiji Saiyya Magadum Dargah constructed about 750 years ago (in 736 Hijri) is situated to the south-east of kandhar. A urus is held at the Dargah for three days...

I recently had the opportunity to visit the impressive Khandar Fort in Maharashtra, and it was an amazing experience! Located in the town of Khandar, this historic fort is a must-visit for history enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike. Getting to the fort was quite an adventure itself.

fort stands tall and proud, overlooking the surrounding landscape. It's a sight to behold! The architecture of the fort is fascinating, with strong walls, massive gates, and watchtowers that take you back in time.

Exploring the fort was a lot of fun. I got to walk through the ancient pathways and climb up the stairs to different levels. The fort offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding area, which made it worth the effort. I could imagine how the soldiers of the past must have felt guarding the fort from up high.

One thing to note is that some parts of the fort are in ruins and require caution while exploring. However, there are signs and barriers in place to ensure the safety of visitors.

Note: It's always recommended to follow safety guidelines, respect the historical significance of the site, and adhere to any rules or instructions provided by the authorities when visiting historical forts.

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Kandhar Fort or Kandhar Khilla is a fort located in Kandhar, Nanded district in the state of Maharashtra, India. Its construction attributed to the Rashtrakuta King Krishna of Malkhed. Kandhar Fort is located on the banks of the Manyad River, encircled by hills. Kandhar, earlier known as Kandharpur was the second capital of the Rashtrakuta Dynasty in the tenth century. Districts/Region Nanded India. district, Maharashtra, History Kandhar town is surrounded by hills. It is of notable vestige for multicultural settlement that included Hindu, Buddhist and Jain religions from the Rashtrakuta period. In bygone eras, Kandhar was known as 'Kandharpur'. and the encompassing district have been managed by numerous dynasties and kingdoms, including the Rashtrakutas, Kakatiyas of Warangal, Yadavas of Devagiri, the Delhi Sultanate, Bahamani Empire, Nizam shahs of Ahmednagar lastly the Nizams of Hyderabad.

The Kandhar Fort was erected by the Rashtrakuta...