Ballalarayana Durga Fort

A mysterious spell always surrounds forts. Most of the forts are a memoir of the rich elapsed era. Ballalarayana Durga fort is one of the best places to visit in Chikmagalur it has a history with its construction. The Ballalarayana Durga fort is situated amidst the dense forest and top of a hill of the Western Ghats. This place is bound to be filled with mystery and history. Ballalarayana Durga fort is situated in Chikmagalur India.

You can reach to the isolated Ballalarayana Durga fort only by trekking through the hill and dense forest region. This fort is situated in Bettabalige that exists in the middle of Kottegehara village of Chikmaglur and the Kalasa-temple town. Ballarayana Durga fort remains amid the few forts of the Western Ghats and a mandatory place to visit in Chikmagalur tour package.

History of Ballalarayana Durga Fort-

As the Ballalarayana Durga fort is famous among Chikmagalur tourist places, it also has a renowned history linked with the construction of this fort. This fort was built in the Hoysala dynasty in the 12th century. As the Hoysalas were known for their architectural skills, they built few temples and forts during their rule. This fort was constructed in the Karnataka Dravida style of architecture, that was famous in the Hoysala empire. There is an ancient temple named Kalabyraveshwara temple, situated below of the Ballalarayana Durga fort. 

Camping at Ballalarayana Durga-

Camping at the Ballalarayana Durga fort is a must among the things to do in Chikmagalur. For camping you have to walk through the picturesque valley, which is situated at the height of five thousand feet. Over there, you will experience the mind-blowing sunset. The Ballalarayana Durga fort is an ideal place for trekking and camping as this place is abundant with greenery. As this place is challenging enough to reach, it is one of the favorite places for trekkers. So, pack your mandatory things for trekking and head to Ballalarayana Durga fort. 

Ballalarayana Durga weather-

The weather remains pleasant in the Ballalarayana Durga fort throughout the year. Still try to avoid monsoon as trekking in monsoon is quite risky. For better trekking try to head to Ballalarayana Durga fort during November or December. In these months this place remains partly cloudy.