About Nanded Fort
Nanded Fort, also known as Nandgiri Fort, is a historic land fort situated on the banks of the Godavari River, approximately 4 km from Nanded city in Maharashtra. Originally built by Muhammad bin Tughluq, it was later controlled by the Bahmani Sultanate, Mughals, Marathas, and Nizam of Hyderabad. The fort features double fortification with surviving bastions and has been partially converted into a garden. It remains open to the public as a heritage site showcasing Deccan military architecture.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore the ruins of a historic land fort featuring remaining bastions, ancient walls, and a water tank within the premises. The site has been developed into a garden area offering scenic views of the surrounding Godavari River landscape. As the fort is in a ruined condition, visitors should expect uneven terrain and limited structural integrity. The location provides a quiet historical atmosphere suitable for sightseeing and photography.
Key highlights
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Historic land fort built by Muhammad bin Tughluq on the Godavari River banks
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Double fortification system with eight surviving bastions standing 18-20 meters high
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Site converted into a garden for tourist visitation
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Strategic location surrounded by river water on three sides acting as a natural moat
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Controlled historically by Bahmani, Ahmadnagar, Mughal, Maratha, and Nizam dynasties
History of Nanded Fort
Built by Muhammad bin Tughluq, the fort served as a strategic military outpost in the Deccan region. It changed hands multiple times, being controlled by the Bahmani Sultanate (1358-1527), Ahmadnagar Sultanate (1527-1617), Mughal Empire (1617-1670), Maratha Empire (1670-1689), Mughal Empire again (1689-1724), and the Nizam of Hyderabad (1724-1948) before becoming part of independent India.
Route
| By train | Approximately 3 km from Nanded Railway Station |
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| By road |