669 kms from Bangalore, is the tiny district of Bidar, steeped in history. The capital of the Bahamani kingdom and later the Barid Shahi dynasty, Bidar has many places of architectural and historical interest.

Around Bidar:

The Bidar Fort with five darwazas (gates) leads into a town nestled within the ramparts. Rangoon Mahal, once the royal residence, has elaborately carved wooden Pillars, Persian couplets engraved in encaustic tiles and exquisite mother-of-pearl inlay work. The Madrasa of Muhammad Gawan and the tombs of the Bahamani and Barid kings deserve a visit. Closeby is NanakJhira, famous for its Gurudwara - built in memory ofGuru Nanak. Bidar is famous for Bidriware a distinct and exquisite craft of this district.