Search
Home » Destinations» Bidar

Bidar - Rich In History

21

Bidar is a city that is located in the north-eastern part of Karnataka. The city is one of the cleanest cities in the state. It is also known as the peak of Karnataka.

The history of the place makes the city popular among other cities of Karnataka. Since Bidar district shares the border with Andhra Pradesh, the city is close to some of the major cities of Andhra Pradesh, like Hyderabad, than to some of the cities in Karnataka itself.

Tourist Attractions In And Around Bidar

There are several tourist attractions in Bidar that flaunt the glorious past of the city. The best attraction of this place is Bidar Fort. Some of the other attractions of the place are Solah Khamba Masjid, Gumbad Darwaza, Nanak Jhira Sahib, Papa Nashaka Temple, etc.

Fairs & Festivals Of Bidar

An annual fair called the Bidar Utsav is organised every year in the month of January or February. This festival showcases the culture and heritage of the city. This includes kite flying competitions, children's film festival, Mushairas or Sher recitals by renowned poets of the place and street plays. These events are held in several places like the Bidar Fort and the Rangmandir theatre.

Humnabad, which is very close to Bidar, is where a week's celebration of Veerbhadreshwara Jatra or the Chariot procession takes place. This happens in February every year and is considered one of the significant festivals of Bidar.

Best Time To Visit Bidar

Bidar is one of the coldest cities of Karnataka. The best time to visit the place is during monsoons as the city would be humid and warm during this season.

Bidar is Famous for

Bidar Weather

Best Season / Best Time to Visit Bidar

  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • July
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

How to Reach Bidar

  • By Road
    Bidar is well connected to al the other major cities of India like Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad, etc. Once you reach here, taxis, auto rickshaws and horse carts are available for local transport.
    Search Direction
  • By Train
    There is Bidar railway station in Bidar (BIDR). The place is connected to all major cities by regular trains from Bidar.
    Search Direction
  • By Air
    The nearest airport to Bidar is at Hyderabad at Andhra Pradesh. A domestic airport Basavakalyan airport is located around 75km from Bidar.
    Search Direction