488 yr old Bangalore Fort, whose roots stretch back to 1537 when Kempe Gowda I built a modest mud fort to anchor his budding township.
Over the centuries it was refortified in stone by Hyder Ali and further shaped by Tipu Sultan’s era, before becoming a focal point in the Anglo-Mysore conflicts. Though much of it has vanished, the surviving Delhi Gate, bastions, and plaque marking the breach of 21 March 1791 still speak of siege, resilience, and layers of history.
Now maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India, it stands in the heart of Old Bangalore as a historic, protected monument and landmark. We are delighted to have received permission from ASI to draw at this location.
How to join this session
You don’t need artistic skill to participate in this event – just boundless curiosity and a love for drawing. To connect with other participants, please use our community on Discord.
Registration is not needed to attend the event, however if this is your first time please register here
Rules at this protected monument
- No large easels, drawing boards, tripods, chairs – these are not allowed within the Monument.
- No wet media allowed within the pillared structure.
- If you use paints or inks, be sure to not litter or spill. If by mistake you do, please inform the community to help you address it.
- Be mindful to not block the walking paths.
- Entry ticket can be bought at location
- Please carry valid ID cards
Things to carry for this session
- A sketchbook/paper/drawing surface
- Pencils or any medium you would like to try out
- A portable mat. If the location has no seating, we tend to sit on the ground, this location doesn’t allow chairs or stools.
- Water bottle and snacks
How to get there
- Follow the location map provided
- Closest metro station: KR Market metro (walk towards the Fort, about 5 mins)