Most Famous Caves to Visit in Bangalore
6 Most Famous Caves to Visit in Bangalore
Nandi Hills Kunti Betta Savandurga Male Mahadeshwara Hills Skandagiri Ramanagara
Nandi Hills, Bangalore
Situated approximately 58 km from Bangalore is a tourist destination that was recently discovered but today is a popular getaway on weekends. Tourists can spot wonderfully carved arches and grand pillars with painted ceilings and walls here. Nandi Hills has shrines and monuments and is bordered by mesmeric views that make this place a secreted paradise for the travelers. Nicely placed at a height of 4855 ft above sea level, this place is thronged by visitors from Bangalore every weekend in the early hours of the morning to catch the enchanting sunrise view.
AddressChikkaballapur, Bangalore
Place TypeNature Sites and Parks - Caves
Best forMarried Couples, Unmarried Couples
Fees & TimingThe 5 INR is an entry fee per person for these hills and is open from 6 AM to 10 PM every day of the week.
Best MonthSeptember, October, November, December
Kunti Betta, Bangalore
Kunti Batta is an ideal place for a day outing for adventure lovers. The hills all around offer mesmerizing views and it is found nearly 2882 m above the sea level. This place has historic significance and it is believed that Pandavas along with Kunti (their mother) resided here during their exile. At the foothills, there is a shrine which makes it a popular pilgrimage destination. If you travel by bus it takes around 3 hours to cover this distance. You can visit this place with your family and friends and enjoy trekking over here.
AddressApprox. 130 KM from Bangalore, BangalorePlace TypeNature Sites and Parks - CavesBest forMarried Couples, Unmarried Couples, Friends, Siblings, YoungstersFees & TimingThere are no charges to visit this place and it is open 24 hours.Best MonthJanuary, February, March, April
Savandurga, Bangalore
Savandurga is one of the largest Monolithic Hills in India and an enthralling weekend getaway from Bangalore. Savandurga hill is 48.4kms from Bangalore as you approach via Mysore road, off Magadi Road in the Deccan plateau of Karnataka. Savandi Veerbhadreshwara Swamy and Narsimha Swamy Temple is situated at the foothills. Adventure enthusiasts have a wonderful opportunity for a thrilling and challenging Trekking experience as you scale height of 4220 ft above sea level. The gurgling River Arkavathi passes nearby, thus making the view from the top captivating.
AddressSavandurga, BangalorePlace TypeNature Sites and Parks - CavesBest forFriends, Siblings, YoungstersFees & TimingAn entry fee of INR 450 per person is being charged.Best MonthMay, June, July, August
Male Mahadeshwara Hills, Bangalore
This scenic hill town surrounded by lush green forest and dense vegetation is a haven for nature lovers, devotees, and adventure enthusiasts. A visit to this picturesque destination invigorates your energy and rejuvenates your spirits. The quaint hillock offers a thrilling trekking experience as there are many trekking trails. A beautiful Mahadeshwara temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is situated amidst lush green forest belt and attracts hordes of devotees. The reserved forest area has massive fauna and avifauna with plenty of wildlife including Elephants, Sloth Bear, Sambhar, Bison, Leopards, and Tigers.
AddressMale Mahadeshwara Betta, Bandipur, BangalorePlace TypeNature Sites and Parks - CavesBest forFamily, Kids, Married Couples, Parents, SiblingsFees & TimingIt open from 6.00AM-8.00AM, 10.30AM-12.00PM, and 6.45PM-8.30PM on regular days. Timings may change on special days or festivals. No entry fees.Best MonthSeptember, October, November, December
Skandagiri, Bangalore
Skandagiri is located 70 km from the city of Bangalore and is a gorgeous hill on the Bellary Road close to the Nandi Hills. Tourists from all across the world come here to enjoy paragliding when in Bangalore. It is a picturesque destination and an ideal weekend getaway from Bangalore. A hill with the remnants of a fort that dates back from the 18th century, the fort is in a decaying condition. There is a temple also close to the fort and this peak is a paradise for night trekkers, bird watchers, and adventure freaks. On top of the hill, a stone structure is present where you can rest.
Address70 km from Bangalore, BangalorePlace TypeNature Sites and Parks - CavesBest forFriends, Siblings, YoungstersFees & TimingThe entry for this place is 450/- per person and the place is open from 6:00 am - 8:00 pmBest MonthJanuary, February, March, April
Ramanagara, Bangalore
Ramanagara is a picturesque destination where the iconic Bollywood film Sholay was shot. It is barely 50 kilometers from the bustling concrete city Bangalore. Ramgarh is also popular as the silk city and the soil of the seven hills. Despite being a scenic place it has a hilly backdrop and the open spaces of comparatively unharmed nature, which makes this place a gorgeous escape from the din and bustle of the chaotic city life. The seven major hills found here are Yatirajagiri, Somagiri, Shivaramagiri, Krishnagiri, Sidilakallu Betta Revannasiddeshwara Betta, and Jalasiddeshawara Betta.
AddressClose to Bangalore, BangalorePlace TypeNature Sites and Parks - CavesBest forFriends, YoungstersFees & TimingThere is no entry charge and you can walk anytime.Best MonthMay, June, July, AugustEXPLORE PLACES IN BANGALORE BY CATEGORY:
