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Davanagere Benne Dose

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Sunday morning, we started early from Goa and began our drive back to Bengaluru. On the way, we stopped near Panaji for a quick breakfast at Kamat Hotel. After a refreshing break, we continued our journey towards home. But before reaching Bengaluru, we had one more important stop to make! A trip to Goa is always special, but sometimes the journey back home comes with its own little surprises. And for food lovers, a stop at Davanagere for its famous Benne Dose is definitely worth looking forward to! Davanagere, a city in central Karnataka, is widely known as the home of the iconic Davanagere Benne Dose . This crispy, golden dosa is prepared with generous amounts of butter (benne), giving it a rich flavour and a soft, delicious texture inside. Usually served with spicy chutney and potato palya, it’s a must-try Karnataka delicacy! 😋By lunchtime, we reached the Davanagere stretch and decided to stop for the city’s famous Benne Dose. The crispy dosa, loaded with butter and served with chut...
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Chapora Fort

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Chapora Fort is one of the most popular sunset spots in North Goa. Located on a hill overlooking Vagator Beach and the Arabian Sea, the fort offers breathtaking coastal views. Built by the Portuguese in 1717, it was once an important military defence structure. Today, its historic ruins and scenic surroundings make it a favourite destination for travellers and photography lovers. 🏰 An Evening at Chapora Fort After spending a relaxed morning at Vagator Beach, we decided to head back to Chapora Fort in the evening to witness the sunset. The climb to the fort was quite easy and didn’t take much effort. Once we reached the top, we were welcomed by beautiful views of the Arabian Sea, rocky cliffs, and the surrounding coastline. Chapora Fort is a perfect place to sit back, relax, and enjoy nature. We spent some time exploring the ruins, clicking pictures, and watching the sun slowly disappear into the sea. The peaceful atmosphere and beautiful sunset made the visit even more special. 🌅 🍽️...
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Location: Chapora Fort Trail, Vagator, Anjuna, Goa 403509, India
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Vagator Beach – Goa

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Vagator Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in North Goa, known for its dramatic red cliffs, rocky coastline, golden sand, and stunning views of the Arabian Sea. Unlike some of Goa’s busier beaches, Vagator has peaceful corners where you can enjoy the sound of the waves and spend some quiet time by the sea. The beach is also close to the famous Chapora Fort, making it a popular spot for travellers who love scenic views and photography. 🌅 A Peaceful Morning Walk We started our morning by heading to Vagator Beach for a refreshing walk. Compared to other popular beaches in Goa, Vagator felt much more peaceful. Hardly anyone was around when we arrived, making it a perfect spot to enjoy the morning breeze. We walked along the beach for a while, clicked some pictures, and enjoyed the beautiful coastal views. Though we hadn’t planned to get into the water, we simply couldn’t resist the temptation! Before we knew it, we were playing in the waves and enjoying the cool seawater. Sometime...
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Location: Vagator, Goa, India
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Goa – A Trip Made Special by Old Friends

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Goa is one of those places that never gets old, no matter how many times you visit. With its beautiful beaches, stunning sunsets, lively pubs, and delicious local food, Goa always has something special to offer. 🚗 When the Plan Changed! Our initial plan was to ride to Goa on our bikes. Since I had missed the monsoon ride with Seena in August, we decided to plan another ride. But as the days passed, more friends started joining the plan, and eventually, it turned into a road trip by car. How could we say no? After almost a decade, we were travelling with this gang again! For us, the company mattered more than the original plan, so we happily changed our travel plans. As always, Seena took care of all the arrangements. The plan was simple – drive to Goa, explore some pubs, enjoy the beaches, and make some memories together! 🛣️ The Journey Begins We started our journey on Thursday evening and reached Goa as planned. After checking into our service apartment, we freshened up, rented a fe...
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Kavaledurga Fort

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After a quick stop at Varahi Backwater s , we headed towards Kavaledurga Fort , one of the beautiful hidden gems of Karnataka’s Malnad region. I had visited this place once during summer, but the experience wasn’t that great. This time, I wanted to see Kavaledurga during peak monsoon , when the entire hill turns into a sea of green. 🌧️🌿 Bit of History about Fort : Kavaledurga, also known as Bhuvanagiri , is quite different from a regular fort. Built on top of a steep, forest-covered hill, its location itself was part of its defence. The name Kavaledurga is believed to come from Kavalu Durga , meaning a guarding or watch fort . The fort had three layers of massive stone fortifications , with gateways and guard rooms at different levels. Inside, there were remains of a palace, treasury, granary, horse and elephant stables, temples, water ponds and storage areas . These facilities made the fort capable of supporting people and soldiers during times of conflict. Its location was espe...
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Location: Kavaledurga, Kavaledurga, Karnataka 577414, India
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Varahi Backwaters

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Hidden among the lush green landscapes of Karnataka, Varahi Backwaters is a peaceful destination surrounded by hills, forests, and beautiful water views. It is formed by the Varahi Dam and is especially scenic during the monsoon, when the entire region turns fresh and green. 🌧️🌿 I had been hearing about this place for a long time. A few people in our group had already visited it multiple times, so it was definitely on my list. After completing our Nethravathi Trek , we planned to visit Varahi Backwaters. Our original plan was simple — reach by noon, enjoy the surroundings, and, if possible, spend some time in the water in the evening. 🌊 But as always, travel plans have a way of changing! 😄 We added a visit to Elaneeru Falls and even stopped along the way to cook our lunch. 🍳 By the time we reached Varahi Backwaters, it was already late evening. The next morning, we woke up early and decided to explore the place before starting our journey back home. The viewpoint was around 1.5...
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Location: M3HH+R7, Sulagodu, Hummadagallu, Karnataka 577432, India
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