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Located within 25kms from Bangalore City, many would argue that Bannerghatta National Park is very much within Bangalore.
Big Banyan Park Distance 45 km is the easiest weekend getaway from Bangalore, a favorite among corporate junkies yet surprisingly devoid of the crowd on the weekends.
Yes, Ramnagaram (Distance: 55 km) is the shooting location of the legendary Indian movie “Sholay” but this is not its only claim to fame.
Nandi Hills (Distance: 67 km) became a fortress and summer retreat of Tipu Sultan. Prisoners are said to have been thrown to their death from what is known as “Tipu’s Drop” now.
Shivagange (Distance from Bangalore- 60 Km) is a mountain peak with a distinct shape of Shiva linga. You can plan for a long drive to this beautiful place.
If you love exploring less popular places then Anthargange is the place to be. Just 70 Km from the city, Anthargange is one of the best one-day trips that you can take.
Chikballapura (Distance from Bangalore- 58 Km) is an ideal getaway for all you adventure enthusiasts. Trekking, hiking and admiring the natural beauty are some of the things that you can do here.
Just 67km away from Bangalore, accessible through a 1-1.5 hour drive through the amazing Tumkur road lies one of the really off-beat places for travel lovers in Bangalore.
On a regular weekend, a drive to Avalabetta will take 2-2.5 hours. After that, a 1.5 km trek will lead you to the cap-shaped rock-cliff, an attractive point for photography.