Solah Khamba Mosque

Solah Khamba Mosque is a historic 15th-century mosque located inside Bidar Fort in Bidar, Karnataka. Built in 1423-1424 during the Bahmani Sultanate, it is known for its sixteen pillars that support its roof and domes. One of the largest and oldest mosques in Bidar, it exhibits Bahmani architectural style with arches, domes and a spacious prayer hall. The mosque remains an important heritage and religious site within the fort complex.

Visitors can expect a large, open prayer hall supported by sixteen massive pillars inside the Bidar Fort complex. The structure features Bahmani-style arches, domes, and vaulted ceilings with a spacious courtyard. The setting is historic and relatively quiet, surrounded by fort walls and ruins. Visitors can explore the pillared hall, view architectural details, and experience the heritage atmosphere of one of Bidar's earliest Islamic monuments.

Built between 1423 and 1424 during the reign of Bahmani Sultan Ahmad Shah I Wali, attributed to Qubli Sultani. It is one of the earliest and largest mosques built during the Bahmani Sultanate in the Deccan and represents early Bahmani architectural style. The mosque's name derives from its sixteen pillars supporting the roof and domes.

An important Islamic religious site and heritage monument within Bidar Fort, reflecting Bahmani-era architectural and cultural traditions. It continues to be used as a place of prayer and is valued as a historic example of Deccan Islamic architecture.