Bangalore - Weekend trip - Shravanabelagola

Shravanbelgola is an important Jain pilgrim center, located 157 Kms from Bangalore. It has a 17 meters high monolithic statue of Lord Bahubali. The symmetry in stone was created around 983 AD by Chamundraya. Mahamastakabhisheka is a ceremony held once in every 12 years where the statue is anointed with milk, curds, ghee, saffron and gold coins.
Shravanabelagola is well-known for its senic beauty as well as for its religious sanctity.Some villages in te neighbourhood of Shravanabelagola like Halebelagola also contaion several Jaina temples. But the more prominent of them are the villages of Jinanathapura and Kambadahalli which contains Jaina monuments of considerable antiquity.Jinanathapura is about 1.6 Km to the north of Shravanabelagola & Kambadahalli is about a 1.5 Km to the south.
Getting to Shravanbelgola : Bangalore - Nelamangala - Kunigal - Hirisave - Shravanabelagola.
From Bangalore take Tumkur road (NH4) to reach Nelamangala (Approx 28 kms). From Nelamangala take left turn to drive along Bangalore-Mangalore highway (NH48). Kunigal town is on the way approx 46 kms from Nelamangala. Continue on the NH48 till you reach Hirisave, from here take a left turn - a state highway connects Hirisave to Shravanabelagola.

Bangalore - Weekend trip - Ooty

Ooty is about 290 Kms from Bangalore.Ooty, the capital of Nilgiri district, is popularly known as the "Queen of hill stations' .The height of the hills in the Nilgiri range varies between 2280 and 2290 metres, the highest peak being Doddabetta at a height of 2623 metres.Prime Attractions of Ooty includes Botanical Gardens,St Stephen's Church,Government Museum,Kalhatty Falls,Kandal Cross Shrine,Mini Garden and Rose Garden,Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park & Ooty Lake.Activities includes Forest walks in and around Ooty, Avalanche,Paragliding,Horse riding & Boating.
The drive from Bangalore to Ooty runs over reasonably well-maintained state highways.
Getting to Ooty :Bangalore-Mysore-Nanjanguda-Bandipur National park - Mudumallai - Ooty.
If you are planning to visit Ooty between November and March then the whole town is yours to enjoy, but do bundle up because the mercury dips to zero degrees C sometimes. However, take along warm clothing for the evening and the nights, irrelevant of the season, as there's always a nip in the Ooty evening air.
For more details http://www.hill-stations-india.com/ooty/

Bangalore - Weekend trip - Angsana Oasis Spa and Resort

Angsana Oasis Spa & Resort is located 24 kilometers from M.G. Road, northwest of Bangalore on Doddaballapur Main Road. A 45-minute drive from Bangalore Airport, it strikes a perfect balance between rustic beauty and modern conveniences.Recreational facilities include Outdoor swimming pool with separate children's pool,Two floodlit tennis courts, Table tennis,Glass-backed squash court,Gymnasium with cardio vascular equipment ,Aerobics center - Meditation/ yoga room, Spa treatment rooms and pavilions ,Steam room and sauna,Roman Pools - hydrotherapy - Russian bath - Hydro massage baths - Ayurvedic treatment room - Beauty salon,Library,Day care center.
The Angsana Oasis Spa & Resort has been developed by the Prestige Group and managed by Banyan Tree Hotel & Resorts Singapore.For more details
http://www.angsana.com/bangalore/index.php?content=t_facindex

Bangalore - Weekend trip - Bheemeshwari

Bheemeshwari is located at a distance of 100 km from Bangalore.The site offers nature lovers many pleasures and opportunities to observe wild life. It is also famous for the great ‘Mahseer’ - the finest and the largest tropical sporting river fish. At Bheemeshwari you can wander through lush forested valleys, little streams and also for fishing,boating & trekking.You can also spot crocodiles, turtles and otters in the water and on land watch as elephant, deer, wild boar and grizzly giant squirrel wander past.There's also mountain biking, kayaking and rafting on the river Cauvery for those who like adventure.
Getting to Bheemeshwari : Bangalore-Halagur Village via Kankapura, Sathanur(NH209), Hallagur Village-Bheemeshwari via Muthati (Village Road).The total travel time should be about 2 1/2 hours.
For road map & other details http://www.junglelodges.com/resort_location.asp?resort=Bheemeshwari

Bangalore - Weekend trip - Yercaud

Yercaud is an ideal weekend get way from Bangalore.It is about 227 kms South East of Bangalore.Yercaud, is situated on the Shevaroyan Hill Range in Salem district of Tamil Nadu. It is a small, quiet hill station with a pleasant climate. It can be visited any time of the year because of a year-round salubrious climate.Big Lake, Bear's Cave, Killiyur Falls, and Botanical Garden are some of the other attractions.It is known as 'Poor Man's Ooty' as it is considered cheaper than the star hill station of Tamil Nadu. The total travel time should be about 4 hours.Getting to Yercaud : Bangalore-Omalur via Hosur, Krishnagiri, Dharmapuri, Omalur (NH7), Omalur-Yercaud (State Highway).

Bangalore - Weekend trip - Pondicherry

Pondicherry is about 290 Kms from Bangalore.It is a nice place to visit,esp during the winter.Drive down Hosur road till Krishnagiri,it is a part of NHAI(Golden Quadrilateral project) .From Krishnagiri take a left off the main highway (roadsigns mark the route),towards Chennai and immediate right then join the National Highway to Pondicherry. Beautiful roads all the way to Pondy.Towns enroute are Uttanagarai, Chengam, Tiruvanamalai, Tindivanam. Gingee fort, is also on the way and a worth spending some time. It is a Archealogical survey of India (ASI)Heritage site.The total travel time should be about 5-6 hours.

Bangalore - Weekend trip - Valnur Fishing Camp

Valnur fishing camp is located around 250kms from Bangalore,near Kushalanagar on the banks of the Cauvery.Fishing permits can be obtained from the Coorg Wildlife Society. Valnur is also a haven for birdwatchers, with innumerable avian species to be spotted and identified.

Bangalore - Weekend trip - Nisargadhama

Nisargadhama is a breathtakingingly beautiful island off the state highway, two km from Kushalanagar town and 28 km from Madikeri.In olden days, tigers used to come to this lake to drink water. Henceforth, this lake came to be known as Pilikula Nisargadhama.Pilikula literally means Tiger's lake.The 64-acre island, surrounded by the Cauvery river, can be accessed by walking across a hanging bridge. Elephant rides and boating are some of the other attractions.Nisargadhama has now become the hotspot for people who are looking forward to enjoy scenic beauty & peace.

Bangalore - Weekend trip - Namdroling Golden Temple

Located amidst the sandal groves a few hours from Bangalore and Mysore, in Karnataka state, Namdroling was established by His Holiness Pema Norbu Rinpoche .Every day, Namdroling monastery welcomes hundreds of visitors, both from India and abroad to experience the teachings and enjoy our grounds, temples and meditative environment.Today the monastery is home to nearly 5000 monks and nuns, renowned as a center for the pure upholding of the teachings of the Buddha.Getting to Namdroling - Fly into Bangalore, then take a public bus, passing through Mysore to Kushalnagar, the town nearest Namdroling. Total trip time is five hours.

Bangalore - Weekend trip - Thadiyandamol Peak,Coorg

Thadiyandamol is the highest peak in Coorg at an altitude of 6870 feet. It is around 34 km from Madikere.Its a beautiful place for trekking & can be covered in to six to eight hours..This trek is probably one of the most varied and dramatic treks one can do in Coorg. It includes native forest, high grasslands, ridge walking, mountain, paddy and coffee plantation terrain with huge views throughout the trek.

Bangalore - Weekend trip - Kotilingeshwara

Kotilingeshwara is located around 90 Kms from Bangalore.It is one big park of shiva lingas, lining pathways in all sizes amidst bilva and amla trees.The biggest shiva linga is 108 ft tall, ccompanying by a huge 35 ft tall figure of Nandi,surrounded by lakhs of small shivalingas spread over an area of 15 acres. So far, around 22 lakh shivalingas have been installed. The entire project involves the installation of one crore shivalingas of various sizes, hence the name ‘Kotilingeshwara’.

Bangalore - Weekend trip - Nandi Hills

Nandi Hills is about 60 kms from Bangalore. It is also known as Nandidurga, it was one of the summer retreats of Tipu Sultan.It is a very beautiful place with nature around you at the highest level of about 1478 mtrs and about 3940 ft above sea level.On the top of the hill, there are temples dedicated to Sri Ugra Narasimha and Sri Yoga Narasimha.On the lower hill there is a temple dedicated to Sri Bhoga Narasimha.Its best if you are on top of the hill before sunrise. The wind, fog and clouds that blow towards you in the morning is just amazing.There are two roads to the top one that goes through Chikballapur and the other that goes through Doddaballapur.

Bangalore - Weekend trip - Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary

The Ranganathittu Bird sanctuary is 125 km from Bangalore and 25 km away from Mysore.Six tiny islands in the river Cauvery are home to this bird sanctuary.The abundance of aquatic insects and fish in the area make it an ideal place for birds.In the year 1999-2000 the sanctuary had a record 1,400 painted storks visiting the area. Kingfishers and peacocks are also spotted here.The large number of birds at the sanctuary appears to have attracted a sizable number of tourists as well.Boats are available at the sanctuary to take the tourists for a ride along the river and the islets, where they can witness trees full of beautiful birds of myriad varieties. Most of the oarsmen are also excellent guides and can provide tourists the exact location as to where the birds may be spotted. The Kaveri riverbank also offers excellent spots for picnics.

Bangalore - Weekend trips - Shivanasamudram

Shivanasamudram is 130 kms from Bangalore.They are formed on the Kaveri river.A little distance before the falls, the river splits into two, forming an island. The two streams falls down to the same point and flows downstream. The two falls are called Gagana Chukki (90 metres) & Bhara Chukki (69 metres). From Bangalore, you can drive along the newly constructed Bangalore Mysore Expressway road till Maddur. Immediately after Maddur Bus station, take a left towards Malvalli. Keep going further straight from Malavalli and you'll reach Shivanasamudram.

Bangalore - Weekend trips - WonderLa

This amusement park is located 20-30km from Bangalore. The place can be ideal for spending weekend with friends or children.WonderLa, which is nestled between the picturesque hillocks near Bidadi on the Bangalore-Mysore highway, is said to be the largest water park in the country.The park has 82 acres of land, of which 45 acres is used for land- and water-based rides .Highlights include a 48-seater virtual reality theatre, indoor musical fountain, laser shows,a giant wheel mounted on a 300-metre platform and others.The park will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. during weekdays and up to 8 p.m. on weekends.There will be six caterers, including Empire, Adigas and Le Meridien, for visitors

Bangalore - Weekend trips - Iruppu Falls

Amidst the lush green Western Ghats is Iruppu Falls, 250 kms from Bangalore.Iruppu Falls presents a stunning sight during the monsoon.The Irupu Falls are located in the Bhramagiri Range in the kodaku district of Karnataka. It is a fresh water cascade and is situated at a distance of Located 20 kms from Nagarhole National Park.The Falls are also known as the Lakshmana Tirtha Falls, derived from the name of the tributary of Cauvery which starts from these falls.A forest trail leads from these falls to the Brahmagiri Peak in Southern Kodagu. Irupu falls is a major tourist attraction as well as a pilgrimage spot. A famous Siva temple, the Rameshwara Temple is situated on the banks of the Lakshmana Theertha River .

Bangalore - Weekend trips - Hognekkal Falls

Hogenakkal falls can be ideal for day outing as this is a just 180 KMS from Bangalore located in the borders of Karnataka & Tamilnadu.This beautiful, quiet waterfall is 25 km from Dharmapuri.Here the Cauvery River enters the plains and the river dashing against the rocks is a great sight.People cross the current-rippled waters in circular basket boats covered in buffalo hide or plastic. boat ride through the turbulent waters of the river to the base of roaring falls is the highlight of any Hogenakkal trip. The water under your frail craft explodes with power, tossing you from side to side, threatening to swamp and capsize you.

Bangalore - Weekend trips - Nagarhole National Park

Nagarhole National Park is located 220 km from Bangalore. The place derives its name from the winding river - Nagarhole meaning "snake river" - which flows through the park. The 640 sq km of gently undulating terrain at the foothills of the Brahmagiri hills is covered with thick tropical forest, grassy swamps and numerous rivers and streams. The park and animal life is part of the country's first "bio-sphere reserve". Nagarhole National Park is counted among India's best wildlife parks. It has a large elephant and bison population. It also hosts a variety of animal species along with approximately 250 species of birds. On its northern confines is the Kabini River and on its southern fringes is the Bandipur national park. A dam on the Kabini River and its picturesque reservoir demarcates the two national parks. During the dry season (February. June), this artificial lake attracts a large number of animals, making it an ideal spot for sighting wildlife.
Nagarhole National park is well connected to adjoining areas of Karnataka. Motorable highways link the park to the towns of Madikere (90 km) and Mysore (96 km) . The journey from both places lasts approximately 2 hours. The nearest well-connected railway junction is Mysore, while the nearest international airport is Bangalore (220 km).

Bangalore - Weekend trips - Abbey Falls

Amidst lush green coffee plantations is Abbey Falls, It is located 10 km from the town of Madikeri and 270 km from Bangalore.The place is well-connected by road. People can enjoy the best sites at Madikeri on the way to the waterfall. Ideal for weekend stay as the place is merely 10 kms away from there and is well-connected.

Bangalore - Weekend trips - Pearl Valley(Muthyala Maduvu), Bangalore

Pearl Valley((Muthyala Maduvu), a popular picnic spot not too far from Bangalore.It is a beautiful sight with two waterfalls there and lots of scenic beauty. It is an hours drive from Bangalore and must be almost 40kms. Its in the periphery of Banneraghatta National Park. To reach the place, head out on Banneraghatta Road, continue beyond Banneraghatta National Park and reach Anekal. Take a right from Anekal and drive for an other 10 minutes to reach the valley.