Hosdurg Fort (Historical)
At a distance of 86 Kms from Mangalore & 40 Kms from Kasaragod, Hosdurg Fort is an ancient structure located near Kanhangad town (4 Kms). It is at a distance of 13 Kms from Bekal Fort. This Fort is also known as Kanhangad Fort.
This Fort is believed to have been constructed by Somasekhara Nayak of the Ikkery Dynasty. The fort is surrounded by a high brick wall with round bastions. Only the ruins of the fort remain now. The fort premises are now being used for several public offices. Temples like Karpooreshwara Temple dedicated for Lord Shiva & Sri Lakshmi Venkataramana Temple are located within the Fort. The Nityananda Ashram is also located to the south-west of the Fort.
Distance (From Mangalore): 86 Kms
Commonly Visited From: Bekal Fort
Trip Duration (From Bekal For, Including Travel): 1 Hour
Place Location: Not Available
Transportation Options: Cab / Bus
Travel Tips: Following places can be visited along with this place:
1. Bekal Fort (14 Km) - details above
2. Bekal Fort Beach (14 Km) - details above
3. Chandragiri Fort (30 Kms) - details above
1. Bekal Fort (14 Km) - details above
2. Bekal Fort Beach (14 Km) - details above
3. Chandragiri Fort (30 Kms) - details above
