Belgaum, the Bamboo Village or Belagavi as it is officially known, is a quiet place that rests in the foothills of the Western Ghats. 502 km from Bangalore and 154 km from Panaji, Belgaum enjoys a stable cool climate with the serenity of nature surrounding it in the form of mountains, rivers, and lush green forests. Ideal for groups visits with college-mates and colleagues; Belgaum is also a great honeymoon spot for couples.It is a colossal structure in the centre of the town. The fort is a grand example of religious unification in the days of yore and also of a heritage that was built upon by kings of many successive generations. At the entrance are two shrines of Durga and Ganapati coexisting with the mosques in the vicinity. One of the oldest forts in Karnataka, it has had the duty of protecting the state from many invaders. The Deccan, Indo-Sarcenic and the Chalukyan styles of architecture can be spotted in the arches, domes and gateways of the fort.