Vallabhgad Fort
Vallabhgad/Hargapur, Hukkeri taluka, Belagavi district
If you are looking for a laterite fort near Hukkeri, Vallabhgad is a great choice. The compact hill fort near Vallabhgad village in Belagavi district takes just 15 minutes to climb, with about an hour to explore. A curved entrance, temples, a Siddheshwar cave shrine, deep wells and an underground water passage pack a lot into the 812-metre hill. Surviving rampart remains round out the visit. October to February is the best window for this border region.
Why go
- Curved fort entrance and Hanuman temple
- Deep wells and underground water passage
- Siddheshwar cave shrine and laterite ruins
Travel at a glance
How to reach
Take the Vallabhgad/Hargapur diversion about 3 km after Sankeshwar on the Kolhapur-Belagavi highway. From the village, the fort is about a 15-minute walk.
Things to carry
Wells and underground steps are deep and partly unguarded. Do not enter the water passage alone, avoid unstable ramparts and supervise children closely.
FAQs
What is Vallabhgad also called?
Hargapurgad or Hargapur Fort.
How long is the climb?
About 15 minutes from Vallabhgad village.
What are the main remains?
The entrance, temples, cave shrine, wells and underground water passage.