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Explore top five marvelous getaways near Bangalore by road.
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INTRODUCTION Bangalore is not only an IT hub but also a famous destination to plan thrilling road trips. People traveling to Bangalore hire self-drive cars to explore the nearby holiday destinations. If you are also fond of road trips, we provide you with a list of five breathtaking locations close to Bangalore you can’t miss out. 2
1.Sakleshpur Sakleshpur is known for its coffee plantations, mountains and streams. The scenic hill station has a pleasant weather, which makes it a preferred destination for road trips. The idyllic destination is around 260 km from Bangalore and lies in the Hassan District located in Southwestern Karnataka.
2. Sakandari If you love trekking, you need to visit Sakandari at least once in your lifetime. Situated around 70 km from Bangalore, Sakandari is one of the most prominent locations where people come to enjoy the panoramic views of the night and sunrise. The rugged terrain to Papagni Temple offers moderate challenges for trekkers. Beyond that, the climb becomes a bit more daunting. When you reach the top, however, the view is breathtaking.
3. Ranganathittu If you love bird watching, Ranganathittu has a lot to offer. Situated 140 km away from Bangalore, Ranganathittu is the largest bird sanctuary in Karnataka. The best time to visit is mid-December when you can get a glimpse of as many as 40,000 Indian and exotic birds, including those from Latin America, Siberia, and North India. Many travelers visit Bangalore frequently, hire a self-drive car to reach Srirangapatna before visiting the bird sanctuary.
4. Coonoor Coonoor is another hill station that people from Bangalore and Coimbatore love to visit all round the year, thanks to the pleasant weather conditions. Though there are a number of attractions in and around the place such as the Pomological Station, Lamb’s Rock and Dolphin’s Nose, it’s famous attraction is the Sim’s Park, a botanical garden that 1000 species of different plants and trees.
5. Sangam and Mekedatu Mekedatu lies 4km off Sangam. You need to set for Kanakapura first to reach to these places. The ride to Kanakapura is approximately 60 km long from where you take a left turn to reach Sangam and Mekedatu. You can hire a self-drive car to reach this scenic destination. Summer is the ideal time to visit Sangama- a place where the rivers Arkavathi and Cauvery confluence. You can also enjoy coracle or circular boat ride in both the rivers.
Conclusion If you are in Bangalore and love visiting some of the scenic destinations, you need to plan a road trip to some of the scenic destinations close to the IT hub. You, however, need to look for the right mode of transportation to explore the nearby areas to the fullest. An ideal and profitable option is to hire self-drive cars in Bangalore instead of a cab as you can plan your journey accordingly and maneuver it off the beaten path. Not to forget, a self-drive car is a safer option as compared to cabs.