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Recently, we had a lovely trip to Goa with all our family and friends. The idea for this get-together came up when we were in Belagavi for Rishab's birthday celebration. After the birthday, we headed to Goa to continue the fun and spend more time together. We booked a villa on Airbnb for our stay, which was said to be near Calangute Beach. The website mentioned it was within walking distance, but unfortunately, that turned out to be incorrect. The villa was actually around 5 kilometers away from the beach. Because of that, we couldn't visit the beach as often as we had planned. We only managed to step out during the evening to catch the sunset and enjoy some time by the shore. The weather was quite hot, and since we had small kids with us, it wasn’t easy to go out much during the day. Most of our time was spent indoors — but it turned out to be a blessing in disguise. We made the most of our stay by enjoying each other’s company, singing karaoke, playing games, and sharing old ...

During our visit to Belagavi for Rishab’s first birthday, we got a chance to explore the beautiful Kamala Basadi, a historic Jain temple inside the Belagavi Fort. It was a peaceful and mesmerizing experience. At the entrance of the fort, there is a famous Durga Mandir. A Short History of Kamala Basadi: Kamala Basadi is a Jain temple built in the 12th century during the reign of the Kadamba dynasty. The temple is dedicated to Lord Neminatha, the 22nd Tirthankara of Jainism. The name "Kamala" means lotus, and the temple gets this name from the stunning lotus-shaped carving on its ceiling. The architecture is truly impressive, reflecting the fine craftsmanship of the period. As we entered the Belagavi Fort, the stone structure of Kamala Basadi stood out with its intricate carvings. The peaceful surroundings and the temple’s unique design made it a perfect place to witness our rich architecture. The highlight was the beautifully carved lotus on the ceiling, which is said to be on...