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Gajendragad (Historical Shivaji Fort on Hill and Kalakaleshwara temple), Gadag

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Gajendragad is a small pilgrim town that is surrounded by hills on all sides. The town is known as one of the historical places of the region, where Shivaji Fort and Kalakaleshwara Temple are located. Shivaji Fort is situated amidst Western Chalukya monuments that hold historical importance. The fort was constructed and rebuilt by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Kalakaleshwara Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is also known as Dakshina Kashi. At this temple Lord Shiva is worshipped in Kalakaleshwara form; an Udhbhava Lingu is present at this site as well. Tourists can reach this ancient temple conveniently with the help of large steps that lead them directly to the structure.

In the premises, there is a temple of Lord Virabhadra. According to stories behind the temple, it is believed that Anthargange, a small, evergreen water reservoir, runs via the roots of a peepal tree and falls in the pond round the year. As per locals, it is also believed that this reservoir falls during the summer through an undiscovered root. This temple is not famous among tourists, but travellers going through Gadag can visit the shrine if time permits.

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