Kabbaladurga

6. Kabbaladurga

Situated around 20 km from Kanakpura, this pyramid-shaped hill offers spectacular views. Kabbaladurga is famous for the temple of Kabbalamma. Ruins of an old fort also lie scattered on the hilltop. The hike begins from a vast expanse of granite. After some patches of greenery, it suddenly takes you to a steep ascent. Steps have been carved on this ascent to help trekkers as well as pilgrims climb the hill easily. After crossing this steep ascent, you are greeted with a trail zigzagging through huge rocks and thorny bushes. Finally, you reach the hilltop where the temple stands tall. The hilltop is rather small. The southern side of the hilltop offers spectacular views of the valleys and hills of the Kanakpura cluster. Avoid summer months as there’s absolutely no shade on most of the hiking path.Distance from Bengaluru: 80 kmDifficulty level: ModerateTime for ascent: 2 hrs