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Madikere Fort
 Location
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Madikere, Karnataka
Built in
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19 th Century
Main Features
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Houses a Temple, Chapel and a Museum
Nearby Attraction
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Raja's Seat
In the centre of Madikere, the 19th century Madikere Fort was once the scene of many a fierce battle. Today, it houses a temple, a chapel, the prison and a small museum. The fort
Offers a panoramic view Madikere from its walls.
Nearby is the Raja's Seat, which according to legend, the kings of Kodagu spent their evenings here, enjoying the spectacular sunsets from the top of a hill.
The Omkareshwara Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva and built in 1820 AD is a combine of Islamic and Gothic styles of structural design.
HOW TO GET THERE
Air :
The nearest airport Mangalore is connected by Indian Airlines and private airlines with major cities in India.
Rail :
The nearest railheads Mysore and Mangalore are well connected by rail with major cities and towns in India.
Road:
Regular buses operate between Madikere and Bangalore , Mysore, Mangalore, Hassan, Arsikere, Belur, Chikmaglur, Cannanore and Tellicherry.
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