The virtues of a getaway cannot be measured. There is nothing more rejuvenating than stepping out of the daily routine and taking a pause to admire the beauty of the world around us and within us. Situated 30 kilometers from Bangalore, there is a heaven for those who look for spirituality outside the old world […]
Must Visit Places near Bangalore
Bangalore is popular for its advancements and gardens. Even though the city is a hub for most popular IT firms, the cultural and heritage that the city preserves is impeccable. The vastness of the city is filled with mind-blowing and serene places that attract thousands of tourists all over the world. There are numerable places […]
Markonahalli Dam, Tumkur
Markonahalli Dam is built across the river Shimsha in the Kunigal Taluk of Tumkur district. It was built by Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV, the king of Mysore under the guidance of his Diwan, Sir M Visweswaraiah. It was built to irrigate 6,070 hectares of land and has a masonry structure of 139 m and a pair of earth dams extending to 1,470 […]
Aigandapura
During the Chola Dynasty, Aigandapura was a celebrated Agrahara. Even today Karga festival is celebrated here on the ninth day of the hindu calendar. People around this area believe that Pandavas visited this place during the Vanvaasa. There are two temples here Dharmeshwara and Gopalakrishna which are the main attraction here. There are smaller shrines […]
Channarayana Durga
Channarayana Durga is a small village near Madhugiri in Tumkur district which is around 100 Kms from Bangalore. Being one among the Nine Durgas on top of Channarayana Durga hill is the center of attraction. There are few temples and old structures inside the fort. Though most of the place is in ruins without any […]
Chunchi Falls, Bengaluru
For those who want a short break from their hectic schedule, Chunchi falls will be ideal one day outing. The waterfalls from the river Arkavati, about 90 kms from Bangalore city. It is en route to Mekedatu and Sangama. Sangama is a place where 3 rivers join. Bus service is available to all the places. […]
Chunchi Falls – A Weekend Not In Vain
What would require more courage – standing in front of a bike speeding at 60 kmph, almost certain that the driver is not going to slow down, yet making all efforts to have him stop a few inches from you. With slim chances of escaping unhurt, or bearing down on a chain of people blocking […]
