Kaiwara Fort Trek
Kaiwara Fort is a hill fort located near Chintamani in Kolar district. It is about 70 km from Bengaluru. This place had been on my list for a long time, but I kept postponing it. The main issue with places … Continued
Belogradchik fortress and Venetsa Cave in Bulgaria
When I was searching for places to visit in Bulgaria, Belogradchik Fortress caught my attention. With its mix of history and nature, it looked like the perfect spot for a day trip. Planning this tour Public transport didn’t look very … Continued
A challenging climb to Jegadevi Fort
I have been going on several day trips to the Hosur–Krishnagiri district in Tamil Nadu. The main attraction is the countless hills and forts scattered across the area. Friendly locals and fewer hassles from officials are another reason I enjoy … Continued
Periyamalai – a challenging trek in the rain
Periyamalai is a massive hill near the town of Krishnagiri, with a temple perched at its summit. The trek to the top is challenging but manageable for anyone with reasonable fitness. It offers a mix of rocky climbs, forest trails, … Continued
Krishnagiri Fort trekking
Every time I travelled along the Bengaluru–Krishnagiri highway, I couldn’t help but admire the huge hill with a fort on top. As someone who loves trekking, I always wanted to climb it but kept postponing. Since summers here are hot … Continued
Penukonda Fort: A neglected historical place
Penukonda, a historic town in Andhra Pradesh, is located on the Bengaluru–Anantapur highway. With a rich history, Penukonda served as the capital of the Vijayanagar Empire from 1565 AD to 1592 AD, after the fall of Hampi. My Previous Visit … Continued
Anchetty Durgam
For the past few years, I’ve been on a journey through the historical fort hills nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Hosur and Krishnagiri districts. Previous expeditions have led me to sites such as Rayakottai fort, Ratnagiri, Balagondarayanadurgam, and Udedurgam. … Continued
Trek to Udedurgam fort
Udedurgam is a lesser-known fort hill near Hosur. Is it one of the twelve forts that constituted Baramahal (Parts of Hosur, Krishnagiri and Dharmapuri districts) I came to know about this fort from Dhiraj’s blog. My previous treks … Continued