Manjarabad Fort is located on the outskirts of Sakleshpur town on NH48 - the mangalore highway.
Bangalore to Hassan - 182 km
Hassan to Sakleshpur - 40 km
Sakleshpur to Manjarabad Fort - 5 km
You can ask someone for the exact location because there is no sign board as of now. Once you are reached you have to climb up few steps to reach the fort.
About Fort
It is said to be built in Tippu Sultan's period and was used as jail. It is a hidden fort - means there is a way from one point to another under the ground, which was used to safeguard themselves from opponents. The fort is in the shape of Star. Once you have reached to the top you will feel a nice cool breeze and also a very good view of western ghats. With a good balance, climb up the boundary wall and experience the great view.
In the above pic you can see the star shape of the fort, with 8 corners.
From the top of the fort you can enjoy the view of the western ghats.
Western Ghats Pic - 2
You can ask someone for the exact location because there is no sign board as of now. Once you are reached you have to climb up few steps to reach the fort.
About Fort
It is said to be built in Tippu Sultan's period and was used as jail. It is a hidden fort - means there is a way from one point to another under the ground, which was used to safeguard themselves from opponents. The fort is in the shape of Star. Once you have reached to the top you will feel a nice cool breeze and also a very good view of western ghats. With a good balance, climb up the boundary wall and experience the great view.
After climbing the steps you will reach to the entrance of the fort.
In the above pic you can see the star shape of the fort, with 8 corners.
From the top of the fort you can enjoy the view of the western ghats.
In the above two pics you can see the beautiful view of the western ghats.
Food: There are some basic food points near fort, but for a better food you have to go to Sakleshpur.
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