![Devanahalli Fort is located 35 kilometers (22 mi) north of Bangalore city, at Devanahalli in the State of Karnataka, India.[1]
It was originally built in 1501 by Mallabairegowda,[1][2][3][4] which remained in the hands of his descendants until the mid–eighteenth century. In 1749, the then Dalwai of Mysore, Nanjarajaiah, attacked the fort and occupied it. Later, the fort passed into the hands of Hyder Ali and subsequently Tipu Sultan.[2] In 1791, Lord Cornwallis laid siege to the fort and took possession during the Anglo-Mysore War.
The birthplace of Tipu Sultan, also known as Tiger of Mysore, is located near to the fort.[5] The fort is situated on the side of National Highway 7, near the Bengaluru International Airport.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129111/3a741336-7967-46ee-8dca-77645e72a5eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1920&h=480&q=medium)
Find the perfect holiday rental for your Bangalore Rural District getaway
Learn about the unique charm of Bangalore Rural District with a stay in a holiday home rental. This city has something for everyone. Are you looking for specific amenities for your getaway? Many of our holiday rentals feature full kitchens and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in Bangalore Rural District
Are you hoping to discover attractions to see while you're in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that makes Bangalore Rural District a fun spot to go on holiday. These are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Bangalore Golf Course (16.3 mi / 26.3 km)
- Eagleton - The Golf Resort (22.7 mi / 36.5 km)
- Wonderla Amusement Park (29.6 mi / 47.6 km)
- Innovative Film City (13 mi / 21 km)
- Snow City (15.3 mi / 24.6 km)
- Basavanagudi Aquatic Centre (19 mi / 30.6 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Bangalore Rural District
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to take in the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your holiday in Bangalore Rural District. These are a few of the area's noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Padukone and Dravid Centre for Sport Excellence (4.4 mi / 7 km)
- Ulsoor Lake (17.2 mi / 27.7 km)
- Cubbon Park (17.4 mi / 28.1 km)
- Lalbagh Botanical Gardens (19.3 mi / 31 km)
- Chokkanahalli Forest (12 mi / 19.4 km)
- JP Park (13.2 mi / 21.2 km)
How to get to and around Bangalore Rural District
Fly into Bengaluru (BLR-Kempegowda Intl.), the closest airport, located 9.3 mi (15 km) from the city centre.
If you're travelling by train, Doddaballapur Station, Kempegowda International Airport Halt Station and Oddarahalli Station are the main stations in the city.