Application of Geospatial Technology in Analyzing Srirangapatna Fort’s Structural Remains

This chapter examines the structural remains of Srirangapatna Fort using geospatial technologies, comparing its condition from 1800 to 2021. By generating and georeferencing a high-resolution orthophoto derived from Major General Ross’s 1800 to-scale tabletop model, and integrating satellite imagery with field-based Ground Control Points, the study employs QGIS to identify, digitize, and map fort features. The analysis documents morphological changes resulting from historical events, particularly the Fourth Anglo-Mysore War and the 1799 siege. The study demonstrates the utility of GIS and remote sensing in archaeological research and contributes a valuable spatial dataset for heritage conservation and future excavation initiatives.