A Trip To Nandi Hills

Nandi Hills 60 kms from Bangalore

Nandi Hills, located in the Chikkaballapur district is an idyllic hill fortress that has been the seat of power for many dynasties. Just 60 kms north of Bangalore, this beautiful summer resort also known as Nandidurga, served as a summer retreat for Tipu Sultan during the 18th century. Nandi Hills gets its name from an ancient Dravidian Nandi temple situated on the top of the hill, which is the prime attraction and draws a huge number of tourists. One of the oldest temples in the state, it was carved in rock and features a beautiful Kalyani pond. This temple has a thousand year old sculpture of Nandi. An ancient Lord Shiva and Parvati temple also adorn this hill.

Another major attraction is the Amrita Sarovar Lake, Tipu's Drop and Sir Mark Cubbon's bungalow. Nandi Hills is surrounded by several smaller hills which can be visited on foot. It has several beautiful bunglows made by Britishers and impressive laid out gardens. Nandi Hills also holds significance for being the birth place of Sir M. Visvesvaraya.

Nandi Hills is an ideal getaway for city folks who wish to take a break from the daily grind. The hill station has several historical sites, ancient temples, pilgrim centres and plenty of sightseeing options. A moderate climate, serene surroundings and delightful cuisine are bound to make the trip pleasurable. It is one of the best places for a biking expedition with friends. Nandi Hills enjoy a pleasant climate throughout the year and can be visited anytime of the year.

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