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 | | The one-time capital of the Adil Shahi kings (1489-1686) is dotted with mosques, mausoleums, palaces, fortifications, watchtowers, and strong gateways, with the massive Gol Gumbaz dominating the landscape for miles around. |
 | | However, the jewel of Adil Shahi architecture is the Jami Masjid, with its graceful arches, aisles, halls, intricate designs, and large crowning onion dome. |
 | | The incomplete mausoleum of Ali Adil Shah II with its 12 graceful arches. |
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