Help Preserve Bellary Fort Bellary
Your donation helps preserve Bellary Fort Bellary through documentation, conservation work, and community engagement. Every contribution counts.
80G Tax Benefits on Every Donation
Get 100% tax deduction under Section 80G. Instant certificate, 100% transparency, secure payment.
High-resolution photography and 3D scanning create a permanent digital record. If restoration is ever needed, we have the exact specifications.
Professional conservation work including structural repairs, surface cleaning, and preventive measures to stop further deterioration.
Educational workshops, local awareness campaigns, and sustainable tourism initiatives that benefit surrounding communities.
Cultural Heritage
The strategic prominence of Bellary Fort was dramatically re-envisioned under Hyder Ali of Mysore in the late 18th century, profoundly transforming its defensive capabilities. Recognizing its pivotal location, Hyder Ali captured the fort around 1769-1770 CE and initiated an extensive modernization program for the lower fort. He notably employed French engineers to enhance its fortifications, introducing European military engineering principles such as a deep ditch and glacis, significantly bolstering its resistance against artillery. This period marked a critical phase where the fort became a key stronghold in the Anglo-Mysore Wars, reflecting the intense geopolitical struggles for dominance in the Deccan. Following the defeat of Tipu Sultan in 1799 CE, Bellary Fort transitioned into a pivotal British possession, profoundly altering its function and internal landscape. It was designated a major British cantonment and administrative headquarters for the Ceded Districts, transferred from the Nizam of Hyderabad. The British constructed extensive barracks, administrative buildings, and a Protestant church within the fort complex, adapting its ancient ramparts for colonial military and civil administration. This transformation from an indigenous military stronghold to a colonial garrison profoundly impacted its architectural evolution and its role in the regional power dynamics, leaving an indelible mark on its historical narrative.
Architectural Heritage
Built in the Vijayanagara Military architecture style, Dravida architecture style, Late Chalukya architecture style, Indo-Islamic architecture style style, showcasing traditional construction methods and artistic craftsmanship.
Educational Resource
An important learning resource for students, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding our architectural heritage.
Local Benefits
Preservation efforts create opportunities for local communities through tourism, traditional skills, and cultural activities.
100% tax deduction on donations
Full financial reports published
Your donation goes directly to conservation
- 1
Review Site Information
Learn about Bellary Fort Bellary's historical significance, current conservation needs, and how your donation will be used for preservation efforts.
- 2
Choose Donation Amount
Select your contribution amount. Every ₹500 helps document one heritage site. Larger donations fund restoration projects. Get 100% tax deduction under 80G.
- 3
Make Secure Payment
Complete your donation via UPI, credit/debit card, or net banking. All transactions are encrypted and secure through Razorpay payment gateway.
- 4
Receive Tax Certificate
Instant 80G tax exemption certificate emailed to you. Use this certificate while filing ITR to claim tax deductions and save money.
- 1Direct impact on Bellary Fort Bellary preservation and conservation
- 280G tax benefits - save up to 30% through tax deductions
- 3100% transparency with detailed fund utilization reports
- 4Supports documentation, restoration, and community engagement
- 5Helps prevent deterioration of irreplaceable cultural heritage
- 6Enables future generations to experience this architectural marvel