Chandragiri Fort

About Chandragiri Fort

The Chandragiri Fort IS an 11th century hill fort that served AS the seat of the Vijayanagara kings during their final years. Its formidable ramparts AND towers stand ON a rock outcrop, commanding the surrounding plains. The fort houses the well-preserved Raja Mahal palace, a magnificent blend of Vijayanagara AND Islamic architecture, which now serves AS a museum of period artefacts, paintings AND sculptures. The structure's decorative arches AND brackets are exquisite. Rich IN history AND architecture, Chandragiri Fort offers a fascinating journey into the final glorious chapter of the Vijayanagara empire, just a short drive FROM Tirupati.