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Sunday, January 27, 2013

trek to jamalabad fort belthangadi, karnataka

Jamalabad rock(Gadayikallu) 1700ft above sea level 2000 stairs to the top!
Jamalabad Fort is located in Belthangadi D.K district( there is a Belthangadi in Shimoga district), Karnataka, it is locally known as "Gadayikallu", it was built by Tipu Sultan ruler of the region in 1794. He named the fort after his mother Jamalabee.
The fort is 1700 feet above sea level and has close to 2000 steps to the top

How to get there from mangalore: Distance 65KM, Government and Private buses are available through the day, Government buses are available from the mangalore KSRTC bus stand, we started a 530am took the bus and reached by 730am, if you plan to take your own transport then you should take NH 234. The government buses take 2hrs because of the numerous stops along the way.

road from Manjodi

the way to the base of the fort
TREK HERE ONLY DURING THE DRIER MONTHS OF DECEMBER TO MAY, TREKKING IS NOT ADVISED IN THE MONSOON.

What you need: this is an easy trek, but requires a good deal of endurance as the steps are quit steep at most places! the entire trek should stay within a budget of Rs 300
take 3lts of water per head and snacks to munch along the way, you can have breakfast at belthangadi town near the bus stand there are plenty of hotels.
Take a hat
Carry sunscreen
Carry a camera!!

How to get to the fort: from Belthangadi town you can take a local bus to MANJODI this is approximately 9KM from the main bus stand, you may also take an auto rickshaw if you don't mind spending a bit!

the walls of the fort!
From Manjodi you'll have to walk along a tar road toward the fort for about 3km, along the way you will cross a river, you can freshen up here before and after the trek, believe me this is a relief in the summer!!
Once you reach the fort you will realize that this is a national monument and is protected by the ASI (Archaeological Survey of India) so please do not vandalize.
If you arrive early enough you can beat the gatekeeper and can get a free entry, however you'll have to pay it when you come back down! ha ha! the rates are different for children and adults and citizens of India and Foreign tourists.
Overnight stay is prohibited on the fort. The trek should take around 90mins for a regular person, the steps are very steep for most of the climb!

steep stairs! 2000 of them!!

The Kudremukh range is seen in the background

Headstand!

for more information contact



Department of TourismGovernment of Karnataka
#49, 2nd Floor, Khanija Bhavan, Race Course Road,
Bangalore 560 001
Tel: 080-2235 2828, Fax: 080-2235 2626
Email:info@karnatakatourism.org


Karnataka State Tourism Development 

Corporation Ltd (KSTDC)
Badami House
Main Booking Office & Tour Starting Point:
Opp. Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike Office, N.R. Square,
Bangalore 560 002
Tel:
 080-4334 4334, 4334 4337, 089706 50070 (6.00 am to 8.30pm)
Fax: 080-4334 4353
Email:
info@karnatakaholidays.netWeb:www.karnatakaholidays.net

Jungle Lodges & Resorts LtdNo.49, Ground Floor, West Entrance, 
Khanija Bhavan, Race Course Road, 
Bangalore 560 001
Tel:
 080-4055 4044
Email:info@junglelodges.com 
Web:www.junglelodges.com


The Golden Chariot
No. 8, Tourism House,
First Floor, Papanna Lane,
St. Marks Road, Bangalore 560 001
Tel:
 080-4346 4341, 4346 4346
Email:project.director@goldenchariot.org
Web:www.goldenchariot.org




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    The fort was built by Tipu Sultan in 1794 and named after his mother, Jamalabee. He decided to build a fort there, as he was impressed by the massive granitic rock which was suitable for the construction of a strong fort. The fort was built over the ruins of an older structure.

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  6. Hi
    Jamalabad Fort is an old hilltop fortification in Killoor road, Belthangady, Dakshina Kannada District, Karnataka, India. It is located in the Kudremukh range of hills, Just 8 km north of Beltangady town and 65 km from the city of Mangalore. It is also referred locally as "Jamalagadda" or "Gadaikallu".

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  7. Hi
    The fort was built by Tipu Sultan in 1794 and named after his mother, Jamalabee. He decided to build a fort there, as he was impressed by the massive granitic rock which was suitable for the construction of a strong fort. The fort was built over the ruins of an older structure.

    Very interesting post, we enjoyed each and everything as per written in your post. Thank you for sharing this article because it’s really informative. If you are planning for your holiday and Bus Ticket Bookings, searching for the beautiful place to spend your time then you can wander around this vibrant city. It really helps people to plan for future trips. If anyone want go to visit these places and your online bus ticket booking advance in Sugama Tourists and get more Bus Ticket Offers.

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  8. Hi
    Jamalabad Fort is an old hilltop fortification in Killoor road, Belthangady, Dakshina Kannada District, Karnataka, India. It is located in the Kudremukh range of hills, 8 km north of Beltangady town and 65 km from the city of Mangalore. It is also referred locally as "Jamalagadda" or "Gadaikallu".

    Very interesting post, we enjoyed each and everything as per written in your post. Thank you for this article because it’s really informative. If you are planning for your holiday and searching for the beautiful place to spend your time then you can wander around this vibrant city. It really helps people to plan for future trips. If anyone want go to visit these places book your online bus tickets advance in Sugama Tourists and get more offers.

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