Gol Gumbaz (lit. ' Round Dome '), [1] also written Gol Gumbad, [2] is a 17th-century mausoleum located in Bijapur, a city in Karnataka, India. It houses the remains of Mohammad Adil Shah, seventh sultan of the Adil Shahi dynasty, and some of his relatives. Begun in the mid-17th century, the structure never reached completion.

The skyline of Bijapur, a small town in north Karnataka, is dominated by the India’s largest antiquated dome that is called the Gol Gumbaz. The name finds its roots from the words Gola Gummata meaning circular dome. The majestic structure is a mausoleum of Mohammed Adil Shah, the Sultan of Bijapur and the seventh ruler of the Adil Shahi dynasty.

Gol Gumbaz is one of the most visited places in Karnataka ad attracting tourist from worldwide having the second largest dome in the world without being supported by pillars and also one of the biggest single-chambered structure of the world. The place is a marvel of Deccan architecture.

Vijayapura's Gol Gumbaz stands as a remarkable monument dedicated to Mohammed Adil Shah that offers tourists an exceptional journey back in time with its striking features and rich historical significance. This magnificent tomb offers you an immersive expedition that showcases its glorious features and history.

6 天之前 · Gol Gumbaz is the most famous monument in Vijayapura. It is the tomb of Mohammed Adil Shah (ruled 1627–1657). It is the second largest dome ever built, next in size only to St Peter’s Basilica in Rome. A particular attraction in this monument is the central chamber, where every sound is echoed seven times. Another […]

Gol Gumbaz is the crypt of Mohammed Adil Shah, who was the Sultan of Bijapur. He was the seventh ruler of Adil Shah Dynasty. This magnificent monument was constructed by the architect Yaqut of Dabul, in the year 1656.

Gol Gumbaz is an architectural triumph of Deccan dynasty. This historic monument is designed by Yakut of Dabul. The Gol Gumbaz is composed of cube and capped by a dome. It is a world’s largest single chamber structure enclosing 17,000 m2. Four octagonal shaped towers with 7 floors each are standing at four corners of cube.

2024年3月6日 · Gol Gumbaz is located at Bijapur, now called Vijayapura, in the Karnataka state of India, at a distance of about 500 kilometers from the state capital Bengaluru. This place is a tomb of Sultan Adil Shah of Adil Shah Dynasty, his lover Rambha and his family. This monument’s ground floor is famous for the echoes, even the rattling of leaves ...

The Gol Gumbaz is the country’s largest antiquated dome, a massive structure. This magnificently constructed dome is also known as the “Taj Majhal” of South India for its beautifully designed architectural brilliance.

2022年12月24日 · Gol Gumbaz, a carving accomplishment for the dynasty of Adil Shahi and also one of the significant constructions in the city of Bijapur. Outwardly, the crypt is an enormous dice, with octagonal 7 storeyed dome summated by tiny rounded cubical, foretelling at the bend.