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1 FEB 2023

Weekend Getaways From Bengaluru

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SHORT TRIPS FROM BENGALURU

Are you tired of living the busy city life in bustling Bengaluru? Check out these quick getaways near the city perfect for a weekend. 

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hesaraghatta lake
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hesaraghatta lake

Located 30 km from Bengaluru city, Hesaraghatta lake is popular among bird watchers. There is also an aquarium near the lake. 

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horsley hills
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horsley hills

Less than 150 km from Bengaluru lies Horsley Hills in Andhra Pradesh. The hills are a perfect package of vast landscape, waterfalls, an ancient temple and a zoo.

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Mekedatu is 100 km from Bengaluru. You have to trek 5 km through a dense forest to reach Mekedatu. The Cauvery passes through a narrow crevice here.

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mekedatu

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madikeri (coorg)

At just 5 hour's drive from Bengaluru is Madikeri, called Raja's Seat. Mandalapatti hills here see a Neelakurinji bloom once in 12 years. 

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madikeri

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mysuru

Mysuru is one of the topmost tourist attractions in Karnataka, located just over 140 km from Bengaluru. Here, explore the palace, Brindavan gardens and the zoo.

PHOTO: ananya bhattacharya
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kabini forest reserve

Kabini Forest Reserve, located just around 200 km from Bengaluru, is home to several wild animals like leopards, tigers, elephants, gaur, etc...

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kabini

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AND OF COURSE...

You can spot the black panther of Kabini. Photographer Shaaz Jung, who managed to catch the elusive black panther of Kabini, went viral for his pics.

PHOTO: INSTAGRAM/shaazjung
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Anthargange in Kolar district, less than 70 km from Bengaluru, is a treat for trekkers. Here, you can go nighttime trekking and cave exploring. 

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anthargange

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ooty

A little over 200 km from Bengaluru, Ooty in Tamil Nadu is nestled in the Nilgiri hills. The hill station has sprawling tea gardens, serene waterfalls, and calm country lanes.

PHOTO: ootytourism.in