Defence Architecture in Early North Karnataka c15.s2.t1.5

c15.s2.t1.5

It may also be noted that no exterior bastions are provided at regular intervals – a feature common in the other forts, but similar to that of Banavāsi. It appears therefore that this feature seems to be distinctive of the mud forts of this region with many forts. However, it may be noted that the forts of this region had battlements at the top, for there is an excellent sculptural illustration with inscription¹ (Mores George,M., 1931, Plates 23 and 24) from the same locality belonging to the Hāngal Kadambas showing this architectural feature (See Chapter V Appendix). It may therefore be presumed that originally the III fort must have probably been provided with the battlements at the top.