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With a population of around 8.426 million and a good number of enthusiastic travellers, Bangalore is always on the look out for lesser explored paths.
Native Planet has previously brought to you the trekking trails of Tumkur that could be covered in a day from Bangalore. Here's another list which offers other trekking trails around Bangalore that would benefit all trekkers out there!
Savandurga
60 km to the west of Bangalore off the Magadi road is one of Asia's largest monolith hills. Savandurga is part of the Deccan Plateau which is formed by two hills, namely, Karigudda (black hill) and biligudda (white hill). Arkavathi river flows close to the hills through the TG Halli dam and on to Manchanbele dam.
Photo Courtesy: Sudarshana
Ramanagara
This silk city called Ramanagara gained tourist attention following the famous film Sholay being shot amidst the rocky hills at Ramadevara Betta. Many trekking trails have been established here.
Photo Courtesy: Navaneeth KN
Nandi Hills
Trek to Nandi Hills before sunrise. People also prefer cycling to this place. The experience isn't complete if one misses the beautiful view of sunrise from up there.
One could also visit Lepakshi on the trip here.
Photo Courtesy: Harsha K R
Skandagiri
Located 70 km from Bangalore is Skandagiri, an ancient mountain fortress. Close to the Bangalore Airport, Skandagiri is also known as Kalavara Durga. This hill overlooks the picturesque Nandi Hills.
Photo Courtesy: Kalyan Kanuri
Makalidurga
Makalidurga is a fort town situated 60 km from Bangalore. The fort lies atop a hill which trekkers often visit. Makalidurga is best explored taking the railway trek trail. The hill offers opportunities for rapelling, bird watching along with trekking.
Photo Courtesy: Karthik Prabhu
Bilikal Betta
Bilikal Rangaswamy Betta is a hill along the Kanakapura range. This lesser known trekking route filled with shrub forest is 70 km to the south of Bangalore. Lord Ranganathaswamy temple lies atop the hill dedicated to a form of Lord Vishnu.
Photo Courtesy: Aditya Patawari
Bheemeshwari
The best way to experience Bheemeshwari is by staying at the Jungle Lodges here. Get a good feel of adventure and nature by indulging in varied activities with trekking being on top of the list.
