Book Mysore to Bijapur Car Rental

It takes 10 hours to cover the 610 km distance from Mysore to Bijapur. This road trip is on wide national highways and you’ll enjoy a smooth ride with a Mysore to Bijapur car rental.

Also, Mysore to Bijapur road trip is via heritage sites like Chitradurga and Hampi. So, you can take quick detours by booking a private cab from Mysore Wheels and stop by to explore those places. Kushtagi and Ilkal are other tourist places on the way.

You can also drive to Bijapur via Hubli. The distance of this trip is 693 km. And it will take over 12 hours. But you can book an overnight stay near Hubli, instead of driving directly to Bijapur. You have towns like Badami, Patadakkal and Aihole to visit on this way.

Bijapur is known for Gol Gumbaz and other historical monuments. Given below are some of the popular places to visit in Bijapur with a Mysore to Bijapur car rental:

1.  Gol Gumbaz 

Gol Gumbaz is a circular dome in Bijapur. It is the tomb of Mohammed Adil Shah. Also, check the Echo Chamber and the Whispering Gallery within the complex.

2.  Ibrahim Rauza 

Ibrahim Rauza is considered the Taj Mahal of the Deccan that you can visit with a car hire from Mysore Wheels. It is where the remains of Adil Shah ruler Ibrahim Adil Shah II, and his wife Taj Sultana, are kept. 

3. Chand Bawdi 

Chand Bawdi is a water tank built by Ali Adil Shah for the new settlements during his reign. The surrounding complex housed the maintenance staff. But royal members also used it.

4.  Bijapur Fort 

Bijapur Fort is enclosed within a moat of 50 feet that you can reach with a Mysore to Bijapur car rental. This historical site has a number of structures built by rulers of different dynasties.

5.  Malik-e-Maidan 

Malik-e-Maidan is known for the large cannon showcased here. Around the cannon’s nozzle, you can see the shape of a lion’s head with open jaws. An elephant is shown as being crushed to death within those jaws.

Bijapur is known as the ‘Agra of South India’. It has many historical attractions influenced by Islamic architecture. The city has mosques, tombs and palaces for you to visit by booking a Mysore to Bijapur car rental.

Mysore is a city with royal mansions, colourful gardens, and an open evergreen landscape. The majestic Mysore Palace and the backdrop of Chamundi hill are its prime attractions. Along with these, there are many other places to see in Mysore such as historic monuments and ancient temples to explore.

Large-scale manufacturing plants and cottage industries are also plenty in Mysore. You can find genuine sandalwood products, coffee and silk attires.

Winter, from November to February, is the best time to visit Mysore. And while you plan your visit, also get a weekend to witness the royal grandeur of Bijapur. Explore the neighbourhood and other places during your Mysore to Bijapur road trip offered by Mysore Wheels.

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You should also check out the shops for local handicrafts and artefacts. Things like Lumbini jewellery, sandalwood items, and Ilkal sarees belong to this area.

And if you want to taste local cuisine, try Kaipalya and Lakupalya. You can also check out other delicacies like raagi and akki rottis, Bisibele Baath, and Idli with a variety of chutneys.