The Roaming Shoes

  It was a regular Friday night in January and as usual we were up late binge-watching a tv series while savouring some pizza. This is when Sush casually suggested visiting Mandaragiri the next day. It seemed like a good idea as it was something offbeat and not frequented by many. So cab was booked for Saturday afternoon and just like that an impromptu trip was planned to Mandaragiri Hills. About Mandaragiri Hills Mandaragiri Betta or Mandargiri Hills is a small hillock in the Tumkur district of Karnataka. This place is gradually gaining popularity due to its uniquely shaped Jain temple. Apart from the Jain temple, Mandaragiri also has a smaller version of the Bahubali statue and offers gorgeous views of sunset from the hill top. Things to see at Mandaragiri Jain temple at the base of the hill This Jain temple (also known as the Guru Mandir) at the base of the hill is the main attraction at Mandaragiri and has played a significant role in making this place popular. The templ

When we visited Jog Falls this October, we had an additional day in hand to explore other places. I was just searching for nearby attractions when I stumbled upon Mirjan Fort. The name was unfamiliar, but the pictures looked absolutely stunning. The fort covered in a blanket of green moss looked like a pretty castle from Scotland. The best thing about this fort is despite being so close to the touristy Gokarna, it is still offbeat and visited by very few people. So we decided to skip the other popular destinations and instead take a day trip to Mirjan fort. About Mirjan Fort Mirjan Fort lies at around 22 kms from Gokarna in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka. The fort located amidst the idyllic green surroundings by the river Aghanasini is spread over an area of 12 acres. Built with laterite blocks, the fort has high walls and bastions.    Believed to be built in the 16th century, the actual history of the fort is still unknown though there are many legends on who actually