Bangalore is a happening city. Unlike Mumbai, it does not yield much to the glamour quotient and nonetheless, its appealing nightlife, scenic beauty, and cosmopolitan setting never fail to impress the visitors. The city itself has a number of places to explore and people come here stay in the budget hotels in Bangalore for weeks with plans to spend long vacations in order to explore everything in and around the city. While exploring the city would just take a couple of days or three at the most, you would certainly be delighted to find further possibilities of adventure in the area. Even for people who live in Bangalore, the wonders of discovering more places and adding them to their experience never falls short. Here are some of the must-experience excursions around Bangalore:
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Outcrops of Ramanagara — A 50 km drive away to these rock formations of Granite beauty is totally refreshing. The famous blockbuster movie of Bollywood, Sholay, was shot here. The silhouette of an early dawn and the backdrop of vast sky make this place an amazing sight to behold. It is not all rocks. This place is known for its diverse fauna, such as sloth bears and long billed vultures. The lake here is a cool spot for bonfire, picnic, and moments of fun.
Temple at Makalidurga — Day or night, you can enjoy arriving at this place any time of the day. It is an awesome experience to trek the rocky hills during night. Makalidurga houses a temple and a fort. Its substantial elevation is a great spot for an overview of the entire region from here. You might feel at the top of the world for the sake of your enjoyment! It is 60 km from Bangalore.
Bilkal Ranganathaswamy Betta — This is another place for an adventurous night trek. It is about 70 km from Bangalore. The temple situated here beneath a giant rock of granite is also known by the same name. Nearby forests are home to wild elephants which is a note of caution, of course.
Rocks of Antharagange — This place is located in Kolar at some 70 km distance from Bangalore. The rocks which seem like huge pebbles are a sight to watch and cherish. This itinerary calls for a flashlight as you might like to indulge in some cave exploration.
Terrains of Kunti Betta — As it is evident from the name, Kunti Betta is the place named after Kunti of the Mahabharata epic. Paddy fields, steep hill and its cliffs, and an outpour of morning sun make this place exquisite.
Kabbaldurga of Kanakpura — It is a hillock some 70 km away from Bangalore. It has the ruins of an old fort and houses a temple. A long drive to this place in the morning breeze is a refreshing experience. This place looks best on a full moon light offering a mystic appeal to the visitors.
Whether you plan a long trip or a short stay, an accommodation in Bangalore hotels and a long drive to one of these places would be a memorable enjoyment with family and friends.