MODULE-02:HERITAGE WALK AND CRAFTS CORNER

 HERITAGE WALK

VISITING OF HISTORICAL PLACE:CHITRADURGA FORT.

Chitradurga Fort, or as the British called it Chitaldoorg, is a fortification that straddles several hills and a peak overlooking a flat valley in the chitradurga district,karnataka state, india. The fort's name Chitrakaldurga, which means 'picturesque fort' in Kannada, is the namesake of the town Chitradurga and its administrative district.

The fort was built in stages between the 11th and 13th centuries by the dynastic rulers of the region, including the Chalukyas and Hoysalas, later the Nayakas of Chitradurga of the Vijayanagar Empire. The Nayakas of Chitradurga, or Palegar Nayakas, were most responsible for the expansion of the fort between the 15th and 18th centuries. The fort was taken over for a short while by Hyder Ali at Chitradurga in 1779. The fort was captured by the British forces twenty years later, when they defeated his son Tipu Sultan. 

     The fort is built in a series of seven concentric fortification walls with various passages, a citadel, masjid warehouses for grains and oil, water reservoirs and ancient temples. There are 18 temples in the upper fort and one huge temple in the lower fort. Among these temples, the oldest and most interesting is the Hidimbeshwara temple. The masjid was an addition during Hyder Ali's rule.The fort's many interconnecting tanks were used to harvest rainwater, and the fort was said to never suffer from a water shortage

Chitradurga is formed of two words in the kannada language: ‘Chitra’ means "picture" and ‘Durga’ means "fort" and is tagged with the English word ‘fort’ to form the name "Chitradurga Fort." It is also locally known as "Kallina Kote" or Stone Fortress, which is also formed of two Kannada words ‘Kallina’: "Stone" and Kote: "Fort." Other names used in Kannada are ‘Ukkina Kote": "Steel Fort" (metaphorically used to mean an impregnable fort) and ‘Yelusuttina Kote’: "Seven Circles Fort."

Chitradurga Fort lies in the midst of a valley formed by the Vedavati River. The Tungabhadra River flows to the northwest of the fort. Seven hills constitute the Chinmuladri range. The seven circles of the fort enclose these hills. Features of massive rock hills and scenic valleys, huge towering boulders are seen in the fort precincts. The hills on which the major part of the fort and the city rest belong to the oldest rock of granitic formation in the country. The highest hill peak of the area is located at Jogi Matti, 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) to the south of Chitradurga. The highest elevation of the hills at the fort is 976 metres (3,202 ft). The area covered by the fort is reported to be 1,500 acres (607.0 ha).

The fort is located 120 km (74.6 mi) from Hampi, the UNESCO World Heritage Site and 200 km (124.3 mi) from Banglore. Chitradurga railway line is connected to main line at ChikkajajurBangluru/Mysore – Arasikere board Gauge of Railway line.

As shown in the above image ,we visited fort on 17-01-2023.It was a bright day.we climbed the entire fort with full of energy and enthusiasm.There was lot to learn .every single stone of fort told us many interesting stories

ii.Craft corner

Paper crafts are known in most societies that use paper, with certain kinds of crafts being particularly associated with specific countries or cultures. In Caribbean countries paper craft is unique to Caribbean culture which reflect the importance of native animals in life of people.

In addition to the aesthetic value of paper crafts, various forms of paper crafts are used in the education of children. Paper is a relatively inexpensive medium, readily available, and easier to work with than the more complicated media typically used in the creation of three-dimensional artwork, such as ceramics, wood, and metals.[3] It is also neater to work with than paints, dyes, and other coloring materials. Paper crafts may also be used in therapeutic settings, providing children with a safe and uncomplicated creative outlet to express feelings. 

Arts and craft activities help instil a sense of achievement and pride in children, boosting theirself-confidence. The opportunity to create whatever a child desires helps foster creativity. A child will learn to make correct and effective decisions by facing and solving artistic challenges

Paper-craft activities are one of the art and crafts activities that help kids to indulge in creativity and expression. When it comes to defining the art of paper-crafts, it can be said that paper-craft is any activity that involves making objects out of paper. But why paper craft for kids?

.Paper-craft may not involve many complicated tools like paint-brushes, sketch pencils, and knowledge of using them. It only requires paper that is approachable and familiar to every kid. 

. Paper-craft activity is less expensive, as you may use any approachable paper-like waste- papers, newspapers, old books, and magazines.

.Paper-craft activities also strengthen the geometrical knowledge of kids.

In today’s world, kids are more connected to technology. Their everyday life is filled with various electronic gadgets around them, but is art and craft really not required for children these days? Despite the various learning opportunities provided through technology, art and craft can still be a great activity to