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Chitharadurga

About the District

Chitradurga, located in the heart of Karnataka, is a historic land renowned for its magnificent fort, rocky landscapes, ancient heritage and inspiring stories of valour. The name Chitradurga reflects its remarkable and picturesque fortress surrounded by naturally formed rocky hills. Known as the Land of Valour, it proudly preserves the legacy of the Nayaka rulers, Madakari Nayaka and the legendary Onake Obavva.

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Origin of the Name ChitradurgaAbout the District

Origin of the Name Chitradurga

The district administration records that Chitradurga derives its name from “Chitrakaladurga,” interpreted as “Picturesque Castle.” Karnataka Tourism also records a tradition connecting an earlier form, “Chatrakaldurg,” with an umbrella-shaped rock formation near the town. Historical inscriptions and traditions have referred to the settlement by several names over different periods.

Raghavendra Padmashali23 October 20261 views
Chitradurga at a GlanceAbout the District

Chitradurga at a Glance

Chitradurga is one of the 31 districts of Karnataka, with Chitradurga city serving as its district headquarters. The present district covers approximately 8,436 square kilometres. Administratively, the district consists of six taluks: Chitradurga • Challakere • Hiriyur • Holalkere • Hosadurga • Molakalmuru

Raghavendra Padmashali23 October 20261 views
District ProfileAbout the District

District Profile

Chitradurga possesses a remarkable historical sequence extending from prehistoric settlements to the modern period. Chitradurga is famous for a terrain dominated in many places by granite hills, rocky outcrops, valleys and open plains. A large part of Chitradurga's social and economic life has traditionally been connected with agriculture, livestock and rural occupations.

Raghavendra Padmashali23 October 20262 views
Important Facts About ChitradurgaAbout the District

Important Facts About Chitradurga

One of the most important historical facts about the district is the presence of Ashoka's Minor Rock Edicts. The inscriptions at Brahmagiri, Siddapura and Jatinga-Rameshwara provide strong evidence of Mauryan authority in this part of southern India during the 3rd century BCE.

Raghavendra Padmashali23 October 20264 views
Why Chitradurga is Special?About the District

Why Chitradurga is Special?

The district is special because its history can be traced across several different periods of South Indian civilisation. Archaeological remains at places such as Chandravalli and Brahmagiri provide evidence of ancient settlements, while the Minor Rock Edicts of Emperor Ashoka demonstrate that the region was connected with the Mauryan Empire more than two thousand years ago.

Raghavendra Padmashali23 October 20261 views