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Full day excursion tour to Belgaum include AC vehicle and accompanies English speaking guide service from Goa. Its include visit to all places of tourist interest in city and entrances to all monuments mentioned in the itinerary. Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Goa is well included. We serve complementary bottled water in vehicle and flexible to accommodate guest requirement during the tour.
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Duration: 7 to 8 hours
Starts: Panjim, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Full day excursion tour to Belgaum include AC vehicle and accompanies English speaking guide service from Goa. Its include visit to all places of tourist interest in city and entrances to all monuments mentioned in the itinerary. Pick up and drop off from any hotels in Goa is well included. We serve complementary bottled water in vehicle and flexible to accommodate guest requirement during the tour.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Belgaum Fort, Belgaum 590001 India
Pick up from your hotel for full day excursion to visit Belgaum (125kms/ 3hrs approx one way).
Belgaum Fort believed to have been built by the rulers of Ratt Dynasty in 1204 AD. With shrines of Goddess Durga and Ganapati at the entrance, the architecture fort features a fusion of Chalukyan, Deccan and Indo-Saracenic art forms and the incredible lotus design at the Mukhamantaapa leaves everyone awestruck. There are numerous Hindu and Jain temples and mosques, located inside the fort area. Fort served as an impenetrable barricade against the violent attacks of the enemies. It has undergone many renovations and additions throughout its existence because it played host to a legion of dynasties. The Belgaum Fort shot to fame when Mahatma Gandhi was captured here during the Freedom Movement of India. The fort was constructed after demolishing 108 Jain temples and 101 Shiva temples. Some of the stones and pillars can be seen as a part of the religious shrines over here, like the Jamia Masjid.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Kapileshwar Temple, Rahika Region, Madhubani 847212 India
Kapileshwar Temple a holy shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva considered as the southern Kashi. The temple is located beside the Shahpur Flyover which connects the central city of Belgaum to Shahpur. It is believed that the visit and darshan of the 12 Jyotirlinga scattered all over India will remain incomplete unless started from Kapileshwar Temple. There is a rare cluster of Banyan, Peepal and Ficus trees in the Compound of the Temple. The temple is open for devotees from 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM every day.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: St. Mary’s Church, VG42+5CQ, Hirekodi, Camp, Belagavi, Karnataka 590009, India
St. Mary’s Church one of the peaceful places to visit in Belgaum The church was built during the time of Britishers thus gives a reminiscence of the past of this city.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Rajhansgad Yellur Fort, Belgaum 590005 India
Rajhansgad Yellur Fort one of the most impressive historical places to visit in Belgaum. Archaeological sources reveal that this fort has been ruled by many royal clans of India namely Marathas, Peshwas, Hoysalas, and Bahamanis. Perched high on a hill, one can enjoy trekking up to the fort and admire the spectacular views of the lush green surrounding. Moreover, there is a sweet water well and an ancient Shiva temple, located at the hilltop.
After sightseeing drive back to Goa and drop off to your hotel.
Duration: 1 hour
