Upli Buruj

Upli Buruj is an 80-foot-high historic watchtower located in Vijayapura (Bijapur), Karnataka, within the city's fortified area. Built around 1584 during the Adil Shahi period, it was constructed to serve as a watchtower and strategic vantage point. The circular stone structure features a winding staircase, two large cannons at the top, and offers panoramic views of Vijayapura city, including Gol Gumbaz and other Adil Shahi monuments.

Visitors can expect a circular stone watchtower about 24 meters high with a narrow winding stone staircase leading to the top terrace. At the top are two large historic cannons and a parapet offering 360-degree panoramic views of Vijayapura city, including Gol Gumbaz and surrounding Adil Shahi structures. The site is compact, open-air, and primarily for sightseeing, photography and viewing the cityscape.

Built around 1584 by Hyder Khan during the reign of Ibrahim Adil Shah II of the Adil Shahi dynasty. Constructed as a watchtower and strategic military observation post for the fortified city of Vijayapura, it is approximately 80 feet high and was designed to provide surveillance over the city and surrounding area. Two cannons at the top reflect its defensive function.

Represents Adil Shahi military architecture and is a prominent heritage landmark in Vijayapura's historic cityscape, valued for its engineering, panoramic viewpoint and association with the city's fortified heritage