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Mirjan Fort

Kumta, Karnataka, India

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Overview

A moss-velveted 16th-century laterite fort of Queen Chennabhairadevi — the 'Pepper Queen' who ruled the spice coast — glowing green after the rains.

Why visit: The most photogenic ruin on the coast, built by a spice-trading queen.

Things to do

›Moss-green ramparts
›Bastions & wells
›Pepper Queen lore
›Aghanashini estuary nearby

Fort WalkPhotographyHistory Tour

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Travel Information

Best time

Aug–Feb

Entry fee

Free

Est. budget

₹100–300

Duration

1–2 hrs

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Within

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Yana Rocks

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