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The entry of Veera Madakari Nayaka, with Gandobalavva Nagati and Dodda Madakari.

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Immadi Kasturi Rangappa Nayaka of the Chitradurga nayakas.

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Chitradurga nayaka kings who took linga diksha.

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The rise of Madakari Nayaka of Chitradurga.

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Opening episode of the full history of the Chitradurga nayaka kings.

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Chitradurga Fort, located in Karnataka, India, has a rich history dating back to the 10th to 18th centuries. The fort was built in different phases by various dynasties, including the Chalukyas, Hoysalas, Vijayanagara Empire, and Nayakas of Chitradurga. Early History - The fort's origins date back to the 3rd millennium BC, with inscriptions suggesting links to the Mauryan Empire under dynasties like Rashtrakutas, Chalukyas, and Hoysalas. - The Vijayanagara Empire took control of the region, making local Nayakas their feudatories, who later declared independence in 1565 and ruled for 200 years ¹ ². Notable Rulers - *Timmana Nayaka*: A chieftain under the Vijayanagar Empire, appointed as governor of Chitradurga for his excellent military services. - *Madakari Nayaka V*: The last ruler of the Nayakas of Chitradurga, who utilized the fort effectively for defense during three battles against Hyder Ali before being defeated in 1779. - *Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan*: The fort was taken over by Hyder Ali in 1779 and later captured by the British forces after defeating Tipu Sultan in 1799 ³ ¹. Architectural Significance - The fort is known for its granite ramparts, multiple layers of walls, secret passages, and watchtowers, spread over 1,500 acres with 38 posterior entrances, 19 gateways, and four invisible passages. - It features 18 temples in the upper fort and one huge temple in the lower fort, showcasing a blend of Dravidian, Indo-Islamic, and European architectural styles ¹. Legendary Tales - *Onake Obavva*: A brave woman who single-handedly defended the fort against enemy soldiers using a pestle, thwarting Hyder Ali's initial attack on a secret crevice in 1779 ¹ ².

How Jain rulers also once governed Chitradurga.

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A History of Karnataka episode on Chitradurga.

History of Karnataka

Chitradurga

A History of Karnataka episode on Chitradurga.

History of Karnataka

Chitradurga