Departure from Pune to Bijapur ( 7 hrs Drive, 321 km). after reaching Bijapur we will checkin to the hotel and have lunch . Post lunch we will have Sightseeing at Bijapur, which covers
Gol Gumbaz :This magnificent monument was constructed by the architect Yaqut of Dabul, in the year 1656. Inside the gigantic dome, "whispering gallery" runs around. These are named so because even the slightest of the sound can be heard on the other side due to the acoustics of the space. The construction of Gol Gumbaz started in the year 1626 AD, and it took about a span of 30 years to complete its structure. It is maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
Ibrahim Rouza:Also known as The Taj Mahal of the Deccan, it is home to the remains of the Adil Shah ruler Ibrahim Adil Shah II and his wife Taj Sultana.
Gagan Mahal:Built by Adil Shah I in 1561, Gagan Mahal or endearingly known as Heavenly Mahal (Sky Mahal) is known for its architectural finesse and design. Boasting of three arches, the two stoteyed monument had the Darbar Hall on the ground floor and the upper storey was supposed to be the residence for the royal family.
Bara Kamaan:Built in 1672 AD by Adil Shah II, Bara Kaman is an unfinished structure situated in Bijapur. The structure was supposed to have twelve arches vertically and horizontally surrounding the mausoleum of the king and his wives. However, the mausoleum and the arches was left unfinished as Adil Shah II was murdered by his own father and the construction of Bara Kaman was left incomplete.
Evening we will have free time for shopping followed by a dinner . Overnight at Bijapur