A well-known archaeological site in Badami is the Badami Fort. The Karnataka district of Bagalkot is on top of a hill about two km from Badami. It is the district's largest town. 543 AD saw the construction of the fort. Chalukyan King Pulakeshi was responsible for constructing the old fort.

In Badami, this location is nothing more than a well-known archaeological site. The Badami Fort, perched atop a cliff, lies across from the Badami caverns. It is a must-visit place if you enjoy learning history as part of the Badami tour package.

Tourists from the fort can witness stunning views of the town and its buildings. The fort includes a chamber, temples, watchtowers, underground, and large granaries. It is one of the must-see places to visit in Badami. 

History of Badami Fort

Formerly known as Vatapi, Badami is a historically noteworthy location with many old buildings. The Badami Fort is one such structure that serves as a silent reminder of a historically significant period of culture.

From 540 to 757 AD, Badami served as the Chalukyas' seat of government. The Chalukyan emperors lived in the Badami Fort. In 642 AD, the Pallavas pillaged and destroyed the fort. The Chalukyan rulers rebuilt the fort's walls and set up further buildings. The renovation happened during the rule of Tipu Sultan a very long time after that.

Architecture

The famous Badami Caves are across from the Badami Fort, at the top of a rock. Tourists can witness a fantastic town view from the fort's top. 

The construction of the fort is in the Chalukyan architecture style. The fort has walls around it to protect it from the attacks. The fort's structures show a glimpse of the beautiful architecture that ruled during the Chalukyan dynasty. A statue of Nandi, Lord Shiva's bull, stands watch at the fort's entrance.

Tipu Sultan constructed a structure that resembles a mosque within the fort. There is a sizable cannon at the fort in Badami. The sultan used the cannon that was used during the wars and attacks on the fort and played a crucial role.