Mudagal Fort is a historic fort located in Mudagal town of Raichur district, Karnataka, known for its strong military architecture and strategic importance in medieval Deccan history.

Situated on relatively flat terrain, the fort is protected by massive stone ramparts, bastions, and fortified gateways, reflecting robust defensive planning. The thick walls, made of large dressed stone blocks, were designed to withstand prolonged sieges. Inside the fort, remnants of pathways, inner enclosures, and ruined structures hint at its past as an administrative and military center.

Historically, Mudagal Fort witnessed conflicts among several powerful dynasties, including the Kalyani Chalukyas, Yadavas, Bahmani Sultans, Vijayanagara rulers, and later the Adil Shahis of Bijapur. Due to its location between the Krishna–Tungabhadra region, it played a key role in controlling trade routes and territorial expansion.

Today, Mudagal Fort stands as an important heritage monument of the Raichur region, attracting history lovers, researchers, and travelers interested in Karnataka’s fort architecture and medieval warfare. Its weathered walls and silent corridors preserve the legacy of centuries of political struggle and strategic brilliance.