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There are a large number of options for a weekend trip from Bangalore to destinations of your choice. You have the options of Hill stations, beaches, Heritage and wild life. The destinations given below are all ideal for a typical weekend holiday from Bangalore.
1. Chikmagalur
Chikmagalur is situated in south western part of Karnataka. Carved against a mountainous canvas this beautiful malnad district is full of surprises... lofty peaks... delightful dales... racing rivers... sparkling streams... a balm to the work-weary. Marvel at the unspoilt beauty of the snow-white coffee blossoms. To add adventure to enchantment this hilly district has some exciting trekking routes in the Western Ghats. It is about 240km from Bangalore and is a 5 hours drive.
2. Sakleshpur
Sakleshpur is located in the Western Ghats, a mountain range that stretches from Kerala to Gujarat. The southern range, which includes Bisle reserve forest and the region around Sakleshpur is listed as one of the 18 most diverse spots in the world in terms of flora and fauna. The sub-tropical climate and heavy rains during the wet season create an environment where several unique plant and animal species flourish. It is about 230km from Bangalore.
Yercaud
Yercaud is a hill station near Salem, Tamil Nadu, India in the Servarayan range of hills in the Eastern Ghats. It is about 270 km from Bangalore
3. Coorg
Coorg is a quiet coffee plantation hill resort which is about 260km and just 6 hours drive from Bangalore. High up in these coffee covered hills, the sacred Cauvery river is born. An ideal destination for honeymooners, leisure and adventure seeking patrons.
4. Wayanad
Wayanad is a hill station in North Kerala, a jewel in God’s own country – Kerala. Nature reigns here & is at its best. Its vast expanse of greenery, spice scented breeze, mist capped hills, salubrious climate & the alluring beauty dazzle all visitors. Scaling Edakkal caves & Chembra peak will delight all trekkers. Kuruwa Dweep, Soochipara & Meenmutty Waterfalls, Pookot Lake are few of the unblemished water spots in Wayanad. Wayanad’s two wildlife sanctuaries – Tholpetty & Muthunga – share borders with Nagarahole, Bandipur & Mudumalai sanctuaries. It is about 290 mkm from Bangalore and is just 6 hours drive.
5. Ooty
Ooty or Udagamandalam rightly described as "The Queen of Hill Stations. It is situated at an altitude of 2,240 meters above sea level. An added attraction for the tourists to Udagamandalam is the mountain train journey on a ratchet and pinion track which commences from Kallar, near Mettupalayam and wends its way through many hair-raising curves and fearful tunnels and chugs along beside deep ravines full of verdant vegetation, gurgling streams and tea gardens. It is about 340km from Bangalore and is a 7 hours drive.
6. Kotagiri
Kotagiri is situated at an elevation of around 1793 m above sea level and is one of the three popular hill stations located in the Nilgiris. This picturesque hill station is bounded by verdant green tea estates and offers a number of trekking options.This old hill station has been developed around innumerable knolls and valleys. It is about 45 minutes drive from Ooty.
7. Coonoor
Coonoor is located at the head of the Hulikal ravine at an altitude of 1,800 m above sea level. It is 19 km from Ooty another famous hill station of the Nilgiris. Coonoor is famous for its verdant environs and for a variety of wildflowers and birds. Coonoor provides a perfect setting for activities like trekking and hiking. It is also famous for its tea plantations and festivals
8. Mysore
140 kms. from Bangalore lies the abode of untold grandeur and glory. Mysore, the capital city of the Wodeyars has always enchanted its admirers with its quaint charm, rich heritage, magnificent palaces, beautifully laid-out gardens, imposing buildings, broad shady avenues and sacred temples. There's an old world charm about the city that reaches out and leaves no one untouched.
9. Belur/Halebidu
Belur is situated around 220km km from Bnaglore. It is a world heritage site. The Channekeshava Temple at Belur is the only one of the three major Hoysala sites still in use.
Halebid - Situated around 10km from Belur and is famous for its Hoyasaleswara temple. It is another world heritage site.
10 .Hampi
Hampi is the imperial capital of The Great Vijayanagar Empire. The city of victory carved in stone, that once flourished and rivaled Rome in terms of beauty, magnitude and population. Till today, each rock in the ruins speak volumes of the grandeur, and majesticity it experienced 5 centuries ago. It is about 355km from Bangalore and is a 7 hours drive.
10. Kabini
The Kabini River, a tributary of the Cauvery, flows quietly through the Nagarhole National Park, encircling a patch of green called Kabini. This exuberant jungle is home to leopard, gaur, antelope, crocodile, tiger, cobra, python and herds of elephant among other animals. Kabini is about 220km from Bangalore and is a 5 hours drive.
11. Bandipur
Halfway down the Mysore-Ooty highway, lies one of India's best-known wildlife reserves - Bandipur National Park. It is situated within Chamarajanagar district in the southern Indian state of Karnataka, and abuts the states of Tamil Nadu & Kerala. It is just 220km from Bangalore .
12. Nagarahole
Nagarhole National Park, also known as 'Rajiv Gandhi National Park,' is located 94 km from Mysore. It is spread between Kodagu and Mysore districts. Located to the northwest of Bandipur National Park, Kabini reservoir separates the two. It is about 250km from Bangalore.
13. B.R.Hills
Biligiri Rangana Betta is a lofty hillock situated at a distance of 86 kms from Mysore. The forest around is named Biligiri Rangaswamy Wildlife Sanctuary after this place. The Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple Wildlife Sanctuary is well known for its elephants, sambars and gaurs and a rich bio-diversity. It is about 256km from Bangalore.
14. Masinagudi/Mudumalai
Mudumalai wildlife sanctuary is one of the greenest wildlife sanctuaries in India. Mudumalai is famous for its elephant habitat and this is one of India's best sanctuaries. Masinagudi is a small village town within the sanctuary. Mudumalai wildlife sanctuary was the first sanctuary in south India. The land is extremely varied with hills, valleys, narrow valleys, waterways and swamps. It is about 250km from Bangalore.
15. Pondicherry
Union Territory of Pudhucherry comprises of the four unconnected, erstwhile French settlements of Pudhucherry, Karaikal, Mahe and Yanam. It is bound on the east by the Bay of Bengal and by South Arcot District of Tamil Nadu on the other three sides. It is about 290km from Bangalore and is a 6 hours drive.
16. Mahabalipuram
Mahabalipuram also known as Mamallapuram is a town in Kancheepuram district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Mahabalipuram was a 7th century port city of the South Indian dynasty of the Pallavas around 60 km south from the city of Chennai in Tamil Nadu. It is a world heritage site. It is about 65 km from Chennai and is about 300km from Bangalore.
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