Places to Visit near Bangalore, Tourist places near Bangalore
Places to Visit near Bangalore are: –
Bannerghatta National Park
22 km from south of Bangalore is the Bannerghatta National Park. Home to lions, tigers, elephants, bison and a wide variety of other animals. The lion Safari here is a popular and gives visitors a chance to see the magnificent king here is very popular and gives visitors a chance to see the magnificent king of the jungle in his natural habitat.
Hesaraghatta
It is 25 km from Bangalore. There is an artificial lake here, ideal for calm boating or pulse racing windsurfing. Visit the diary and horticulture farm or buy guppy, common carps and other verities of fish from the fish farm.
Nrityagram
Near by is Nrityagram, the Dance Village that offers aspiring dancers aspiring dancers a chance to study and train in all discipline of traditional Indian Dance. Choreography, mythology, music, philosophy and painting can also be studied. It is host to the annual musical fest ‘Vasant Habba’ where artists from all over India showcase their talents at an all-night programme.
Ramohalli
It is a picnic spot 28 kms. to the west of city, is renowned for its 400 years old Banyan Tree, spread over an area of 3 acres.
Muthyalamaduvu
40 kms from Bangalore is Muthyalamaduvu, the lush ‘Pearl Valley’.Enjoy surroundings and beautiful waterfalls. There is a restaurant if you get hungry and forget your picnic basket. You could laze in one of the small pools or go rock-climbing. It is on top of the list of places to visit near bangalore.
Ramnagaram
49 kms. away, is a favorite with rock climber. It is also an important silk cocoon marketing centre.
Shivaganga
A colonial hill, gives you an extraordinary view from the top. Temple lovers will enjoy the shrines devoted to Lord Gangadeshwara and Goddess Honnadevi. Shivaganga is 50 kms. north of Bangalore. It is on top of the list of places to visit near bangalore.
Janapada Loka
53 kms. from Bangalore, Janapada Loka, is a subsidiary of the Karnataka Janapada Janapada Parishath, devoted to the conservation and promotion of folk culture. The complex, spread over 15 acres, houses an art gallery, an open-air theatre, a studio and a museum.
Nandi Hills
60 km to the north of the city, Nandi Hills was once Tipu Sultan’s favorite summer retreat. Today it is one of the most popular picnic spots for both local and tourists. The hill offer you a breathtaking view of the surrounding countryside from Tipu’s drop, a 600 m high cliff-face. You can also visit the two beautiful temples, over a thousand years old, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Channapatna
Channapatna, a quaint little town, famous for its dexterously crafted wooden toys and lacqueware is 60 kms. south-west of Bangalore. It is also an important silk centre.
Mekedatu
98 kms. south of Bangalore, is the perfect place for a quiet getaway. The river Cauvery gushes through a narrow gorge here and the surrounding scenic beauty will leave you enchanted.
