Purunagarh, Medieval fort in Jeypore, India
Located in eastern Jeypore, Purunagarh fort contains multiple temples, fortification walls, gates, and towers spread across an elevated position in Odisha state.
The fort was constructed in the mid-17th century by Maharaja Vir Vikram Dev after moving the capital from Nandapur to Jeypore until British forces destroyed it in 1777.
The Dakshina Kali Temple within Purunagarh functions as the ancestral worship location for the ruling kings, drawing numerous visitors during religious celebrations.
The Government Polytechnic at Purunagarh provides education in three engineering disciplines: civil, electrical, and mining engineering since its establishment in 2017.
A moat that once surrounded the fortress for protection has been transformed into a canal system that remains visible around the site today.
Location: Odisha
GPS coordinates: 18.86528,82.57306
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:10
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