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Walkthrough of Temples of Talakadu

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Talakadu is a desert-like place on the bank of Kaveri river in the Mysore district of Indian state Karnataka. Talakadu is 45 km from Mysore and approximately 130 km from the city Bengaluru. Talakadu is known for the Temples and once it had over 30 temples, most of which now hidden beneath the layers of sand. In this post, I'll take you through some of the temples excavated in the year 1911 and Kaveri River Basin Picnic spot also known as Cauvery beach. Cauvery Basin Picnic Spot, Talakadu

Namda Chilume: Lord Rama Made this Water Spring

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Namada Chilume is a natural water spring located near Devarayana Durga Hills (DD Hills) in the Tumkur district of Karnataka. It is located around 75 KM from Bengaluru and around 15 KM from Tumkur. Namada Chilume and Deer Park Entrance

Devarayanadurga Hills: Amazing Riding Experience

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Devarayana Durga or DD Hills located in the Tumkur district of Karnataka and is famous for its temples, rocky hills surrounded by forest. The road up to the hills gives scenic views of nature and ever the wonderful climate and charming beauty. People also visit here for adventurous, pleasantly and lovely riding experience. Temple on top of the DD Hills

SRS Hills: Short Trek Near Bangalore

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Revanasiddeshwara Betta is a small hill in the Rananagara district of the Indian state of Karnataka. This place is commonly called as SRS Betta or SRS Hills. The distance of the SRS Hills is around 60 km from Bangalore through the Kanakapura road and great for a day trip. There are many temples on the site: on the top, there are two temples of Revanasiddeshwara (Lord Shiva), midway is Bheemeshwari (named after the Pandava Bheema) and at the base is Renukamba temple. SRS Hills is surrounded by many other hills and a huge lake at the base that creates a beautiful landscape view from the top. Beautiful Landscape View while Trekking to SRS Hills

Bangalore Weekend Getaways (A Day Trip from Bangalore)

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No matter how much we love our jobs and how satisfying the returns may be, everyone tends to get stuck in a rut once in a while. zombie-ing out in front of the PC, seeing the same faces, mulling over the same reports and numbers. It’s called being stuck in a professional limbo, and it happens to the best of us. Being productive in both your work life and your home life is also important for having a stress-free attitude. A weekend break is a great way to rejuvenate yourself to cure yourself from all the stress you accumulate. Some time away from work - a weekend getaway can refresh you, can boost your productivity actually. So if you are among those who are looking for an ideal getaway a sanctuary to unwind and relax, you have come to just the place. Taking the initiative to plan a weekend getaway may be difficult, but it's important to work it into your schedule. Here are a few ideas for a your weekend that needn't last more than a day if you're in a time bind 1....

Trekking to Shivaganga Hills: A Memorable Experience

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Shivagange is a mountain peak with a height of 804.8 meters or 2640.3 feet and Hindu pilgrimage center. It is said that the hill looks like a ‘Shiva Linga’ when seen from one of the sides, also it is said that the spring water found here is from the sacred water of ‘Ganga’ thereby giving the place its name. This place is having various temples and also known as Dakshina Kashi or Kashi of South. It is located in Dabbaspet District of Indian state Karnataka. The distance of Shivagange hill is around 20 KM from Tumkur and 60 KM from Bangalore. Shivaganga Hill is a perfect weekend gateway as this also famous as trekking other than religious significance. The best time to visit here is October to March. For trekking its good to reach here early morning to avoid climbing in the sunny day. Trekking to top of Shivaganga HIlls may take 90 to 120 minutes depending upon your strength. Be careful with your bags as there are a lot of monkeys up the hill and they will grab everything u have. A lo...

Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple, Chikkaballapur

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Bhoga Nandiswara Temple is located at the base of Nandi Hills in Chikkaballapur district of Karnataka state, India. The distance of the temple is around 60 km from Bangalore and the great idea for a day trip. Bhoga Nandishwara is an ancient temple dedicated to the Hindu Lord Shiva, his consort Parvati and Nandi. It is one of the oldest temples of Karnataka, built early 9th century. The Bhoga Nandishvara Temple is protected as a monument of national importance by the Archaeological Survey of India. Kalyani or Pushkarni: a Water Tank in Temple Complex Entrance of the Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple

Big Banyan Tree, Bengaluru

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Big Banyan Tree (Dodda Aalada Mara) is a giant 400 years old tree located around 28 km from Bangalore. The tree is one of the largest of its kind. It appears as several different trees rather than single tree since main root of tree succumbed to natural disease. Under the Big Banyan Tree

Bannerghatta National Park & Zoo, Bengaluru

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Bannerghatta National Park is a popular tourist destination and around 22km from Bengaluru. In 2002 portion of the park become Bannerghatta Biological Park. Bannerghatta National Park includes a Butterfly Park, a Safari Park, a Zoo, a Snake House, and a Pet Corner. Lion, The King of the Forest Watch Video of Bannerghatta National Park & Zoo, Bangalore

Government Aquarium (Bangalore Aquarium), Bengaluru

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Government Aquarium, also known as Bangalore Aquarium is the second largest aquarium in India. It has a variety of fishes in the 14 tanks on the first floor and 69 tanks on the second floor. Government Aquarium is located at the entrance of the Cubbon Park, and was established in 1983.  The variety of fishes at the Government Aquarium includes Eels, Angelfish, Glowlight Tetra, Hockey stick tetra, Indian tiger barb, Mahseer, Freshwater Prawns, Blue Gourami, Pearl Gourami, Goldfish, Moon Tail, Snake Head, Black Ghost, Siamese Fighters, Catla, Red Tail Shark and more. Government Aquarium Video Government Aquarium, Bengaluru is a three Story Building

Nandi Hills, Bengaluru

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Nandi Hills or Nandi Betta, also known as the Hill of Happiness is in Chikkaballapur district of Indian state Karnataka. Nandi hills is 10 km from Chickaballapur town and approximately 60 km from the city Bengaluru. Nandi Hills is 4851 feet or 1479 meter above sea level. Beautiful Sunrise View Nandi Hills, Bengaluru Watch Video: Nandi Hills On the Way to Nandi Hills, Bengaluru

Cubbon Park, Bengaluru

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Bengaluru (Bangalore) is also known as the "Garden City of India" and Cubbon Park is one of the biggest and most beautiful park of Bengaluru. Cubbon park is just opposite to the Vidhana Soudha and behind the Karnataka High Court. Cubbon Park, Bengaluru Cubbon Park, Bengaluru

Sankey Tank, Malleshwaram, Bengaluru

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Sankey Tank is one of the most beautiful lake in Bengaluru and a perfect place for all in one. Its not only a lake but a place for jogging, a place for morning and evening walk, a place for yoga, a place for exercise, a place for kids to play. Sankey Tank Host Many Events Walking Area around Sankey Tank Lake

Bangalore Fort, Bengaluru

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Bangalore Fort is a UNESCO world heritage. It was begun in 1537 as a mud fort by Kempe Gowda and later converted into stone fort by Haider Ali in 1761. Though the place is quite small but visiting here was amazing. Current Main Entrance of Bangalore Fort Information about Bangalore Fort

Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace, Bengaluru

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Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace is situated in the middle of the city Bengaluru. This two story building is constructed mostly using woods and stones with symmetric design from front and back. The palace can be visited on all the days from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm by paying entry fee. Front View of the Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace Side View of the Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace

Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Bengaluru

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Lalbagh Botanical Garden is one of the main tourist attractions in Bengaluru and spread in the area of 240 acres with four gates. Lalbagh has famous Glass house that is used to host flower show twice a year (26th Jan Republic Day and 15th August Independence Day). Lalbagh has a Lake and also home for few species of Birds. This gardden has trees that are more than 100 years old and also has some of the rare species of plants bought from different countries. Glass House of Lalbagh HMT Clock of Lalbagh
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