Chikkajala Fort

Chikkajala Fort

Is located on NH 7 between the city and Bengaluru International Airport. The tourism department is planning to showcase the history of Bengaluru through a sound and light show from Kempe Gowda to the Independence era. The tourism director also mentioned considering a three place circuit comprising Muddenahalli ( birthplace of Sir M Visvesvaraya ), Devenahalli ( birthplace of Tipu Sultan ) and Chikkajala ( a vassal fort ).

The first light and sound show was started on November 14th 2010, showcasing the heritage of the Vijayanagar empire. The highlights of the show was how Krishnadevaraya began his life and coming to power. Every aspect of his life was covered, most important is the conquests during his reign. Vijayanagar was known as the richest kingdom in the world.

The government is also planning to put up a permanent sound and light show at the Freedom Park ( earlier central jail ). The three shows they plan to have are Vijayanagar history, Bangalore history and about freedom fighters who were detained in Central jail.

Essentials

Getting Here

Bangalore is well connected by air, rail and road to all the major cities such as Delhi, Madras, Bombay, Calcutta and to most other important cities and towns.

There are regular train services from Madras(4 trains per day), Mysore(7 trains per day), Calcutta(weekly twice), New Delhi(1 service daily). Bangalore Airport is used for both domestic and international flights.