I stumbled on Nadivi fort while searching Wikimapia for Ashokan edicts of Nittur and Udegolam. This small fort is situated on river Tungabhadra right bank in Shirguppa taluq, Bellary district.
March 8, 2013
The day started with visits to Tekkalakote, Varavina Malleshwara Devastana and Ashokan edict of Udegolam. The next places on our itinerary were Nadivi fort and Ashokan edict of Nittur. The road connecting Udegolam and Nadivi was pathetic but scenic. As we approached the fort, I decided to take the dirt road going left around the fort. We hit a dead end near the bastion and Ravi had to reverse his cab. Malatesh and I went by foot. I guess the fort was built some time between XV and XVII centuries.
This is the plan of Nadivi fort. Eastern and Southern walls do not exist anymore. About half the area within the fort is occupied by Ramlingeshwara temple.
I guess Nadivi fort was a sentry post for monitoring river traffic. Perhaps a sales tax check-post. Close to the base of this bastion is a shrine.
Southeastern bastion |
Northeastern bastion |
That's Ramlingeshwara temple shikhara. We did not go in since the gate was closed and there was no sign of people inside. Its a east-face temple, probably a small structure earlier. To our right flows Tungabhadra.
Blue sky reflects in the slow-flowing waters of Tungabhadra. At this point the river flows in northeast direction. Such spots are considered holy in Hindu traditions and temples are built there.
Tungabhadra flowing towards the fort, as seen from Northwestern bastion. |
Tungabhadra flowing away, as seen from Northwestern bastion. |
Wall with right angle bend |
Here's a short video of this river fort by Malatesh.
On the way out, an elderly person called after us. He's a priest and performs rituals at Ramlingeshwara temple. He offered us flavored water and milk. The temple fair was due soon and invited us. Very friendly person. It seems that Nadivi Ramlingeshwara temple is popular for childless couples, special poojas are performed here which help overcome problems. We thank our elderly friend and say bye.
We head towards Nittur in search of Emperor Ashoka's edict.
Nadivi fort Coordinates: 15°30'25"N 76°48'17"E
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