Places to Visit Near Dandeli | Weekend Getaways from Dandeli

Aihole - The Cradle Of Rock Architecture

The rock architecture at Aihole can mesmerise the pious as well as archeological buffs. The town has numerous temples built by the Chalukyas. In fact, the temples of Aihole are......

Badami Or Vatapi - The Capital Of The Chalukya Dynasty

Badami is an ancient town located in northern Karnataka in the Bagalkot district. This town, known as Vatapi, was the capital of the Chalukya dynasty from the 6th to the 8th......

Banavasi - Of Temples And Ghats

An ancient temple town whose roots can be traced back to 4000 BC, Banavasi is tucked away deep inside the forests of the Western Ghats. Located in the Uttara Kannada district,......

Bhatkal - A Land Steeped In History

Bhatkal is one of Karnataka's oldest towns and has a rich past. It is regarded as one of the oldest ports in India. Located in Uttara Kannada, Bhatkal is 130 km away from Karwar......

Byndoor - Nestled Between Sun, Sand And Sea

Byndoor is famous for its beautiful beaches and glorious sunsets. Located in Kundapura, in the Udupi district of Karnataka, the little village is home to the Sri Someshwara......

Gadag - A Magnificent Display Of Chalukya Life

Gadag is a like a slice of history tucked away in the western corner of Karnataka. The little town of 4656 square kilometres may not resound with the footfalls of visitors, but......

Gokarna - Of Temples And White Sands

Gokarna- best regarded as a temple town, is a famous tourist destination, a major Hindu pilgrimage center, and a beach attraction in the North Canara district. A dreamlike......

Hampi – Ride Among The Ruins

When you hear the name Hampi, you will immediately think of the beautiful architecture of the sprawling city of Vijayanagar surrounding the famous ruins. The capital of the......

Honnemardu – For The Adventurous At Heart

Honnemardu is a wonderful getaway for those who love a taste of adventure and prefer water sports. The small village is located on the slopes of a hill close to the Honnemardu......

Jog Falls – At Nature's Majestic Best

The Jog Falls is perhaps the most stunning example of nature's majesty. The falls originate from the Sharavathi river and consist of four distinct segments and these are Raja,......

Karwar - The Queen Of The Konkan Coast

Karwar, on the western coast of the Indian Peninsula, lies just 15 km from the district of Goa and 520 km from the state capital of Bangalore. It is the district headquarter of......

Kodachadri - Designed For The Hardy

Located 1343 metres above sea level, Kodachadri houses one of the most famous temples in India, the Kollur Mookambika Temple. The Kodachadri mountain peak rises from amidst the......

Kollur - In The Divine Arms Of The Devi Mookambika

Kollur is a tiny village in the Kundapur Taluk of Karnataka that is a special destination for pilgrims from all over the country.Its scenic location against the background of......

Koppal - A Destination For Pilgrims

Temples in sandstone form a distinctive feature of Koppa's landscape. Koppal is more than 300 kilometres away from Bangalore and the town's temples have religious as well as......

Kumta - A Thriving Little Coastal Town

Stunning scenery, impressive monuments and a rich culture, a trip to Kumta in Uttara Kannada can be a memorable experience.Along The Karnataka Coastline - Tourist Places In And......

Maravanthe - A Walk Down The Virgin Beach

Maravanthe is the town that houses a beautiful beach, and this town is located in the South Canara district of Karnataka. The town has the Arabian Sea to its right and the......

Murudeshwar - A serene part of the western Karnataka

Located on the western coast of Karnataka, India, Murudeshwar dates back to the days of the Ramayana and is famous for the huge Lord Shiva statue on the beach that overlooks the......

Pattadakal - A Trip Down To The Chalukyan Era

A trip to Pattadakal is a trip down the glorious past when the Chalukyas reigned and controlled this part of South India. Pattadakal literally means the city of crown rubies and......

Shivgiri – Where The Wilder Side Beckons

Shivgiri is an ideal destination for those with a yen for nature tourism. The thick, dark forests of Shivgiri are located near the Yemmedoddi village and cover the slopes of the......

Siddapur – The Town Of Plantations

Siddapur is known for its natural beauty. It is a village in the Kodagu district of Karnataka. At an elevation of 1850 feet, Siddapur has a cool and pleasant climate that adds......

Sirsi - A Picture Perfect Getaway

Lush green forests, towering waterfalls and quaint old temples make Sirsi in the Uttara Karnataka district a popular destination. The town, which lies in the heart of the......

Sonda - The Land Of Many Mutts

Sonda or Sode is a temple town and the site of the Vadiraja Mutt. It is located in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, near the more famous temple town of Sirsi. Sonda is......

Yana - A Place Of Unique Rock Formation

The unusual rock formations of Yana attract pilgrims, nature lovers as well as trekkers. The rocks are the highlight of this little village located in the Sahaydhari mountain......

Yellapur – Of Forests And Falls

Yellapur may be the stereotypical one-horse town, but its stunning natural beauty makes it a popular destination. Nestled in the thick forests of the Western Ghats in the Uttara......