Hutridurga Castle

Hutridurga is a fortified hill and village situated about 65 km west of Bengaluru.

History

• Located 15 km southeast of Kunigal, Hutridurga is a fortified hill and village.
• The hill fort has eight gateways from the foot to the summit in addition to several outer gates.

The castle's architectural style is not explicitly mentioned in available data.

Architecture

• The castle features a small Shankareshwara temple with a spring called Dodda done or big spring in front of it on the summit known as Sankarakumbhi.
• The hill fort has an extensive layout, but specific details are not provided.

Location

Hutridurga is situated about 65 km west of Bengaluru and 15 km southeast of Kunigal taluk in Karnataka, India.

It lies off the Kunigal-Magadi State Highway 94 (Karnataka) and near the Anchepalya industrial area on the Bengaluru-Mangalore National Highway.

Historical Significance

Hutridurga is known for its extensive view of the surrounding landscape dotted by a large number of tanks and hills.

The hill fort has historical significance due to its unique layout and features, including several temples of Adinarayana, Veerabhadra, and Anjaneya.

Current Status and Use

The current status and use of Hutridurga are not explicitly mentioned in available data.

Heritage Status

Hutridurga is reportedly a heritage site, but specific details regarding its designation or recognition are not provided.

Visiting Information

Visitors can access Hutridurga by bus service from Kunigal town.

The village has views of the hill and nearby attractions, including the Kambada Narasimha Swamy (Pillar Narasimha Swamy) temple in Sondalagere.

Notable Features and Rooms

• A small Shankareshwara temple with a spring called Dodda done or big spring in front of it.
• Eight gateways from the foot to the summit in addition to several outer gates.
• Extensive view of the surrounding landscape dotted by a large number of tanks and hills.

Notable Features

The notable features of Hutridurga include:

• A small Shankareshwara temple with a spring called Dodda done or big spring in front of it.
• Eight gateways from the foot to the summit in addition to several outer gates.
• Extensive view of the surrounding landscape dotted by a large number of tanks and hills.

Hutridurga Castle