Nandi Hills is the best place to chill in the weekends for city dwellers to cool off it is a hill station in Karnataka which is counted in the list of best places to visit near Bangalore.
It is located 1478 Mts (4851 ft) above sea level. This hill station has some forts which would tell stories about the history of Tippu Sultan and more must-visit Hindu Temples.
If you're looking for a very near location to chill in the weekend Nandi Hills doesn't disappoint you. Besides the history of the place, you will embrace the blanket of clouds which will bring promising joy for your heart.
Other than hiking experience there is an opportunity to paraglide from the hill station.
Type of destination: Hill Station.
Distance: 61 Km from Bangalore.
Travel Time: 1 hour 45 minutes.
Places to visit in Nandi Hills:
Bhoga Nandishwara Temple, Tippu's Drop, Tippu's Fort, Brahmashram and Muddenahalli, etc.
Things to do in Nandi Hills:
You can experience mindblowing paragliding on the Nandi Hills, Cycling adventure on the steep road of hills and take walk around the hilltop to feel relaxed.
The best time to visit Nandi Hills: From October to March is the best time to visit Nandi Hills. So you can witness the clouds.
Entry and Exit timings: You have to take 20₹ (per person) Entry pass at the gate. General opening timings is 12hours (6AM-6PM)
How to reach:
By Air: The nearest Airport to Nandi Hills is Kempegowda International Airport Bangalore which is 58Kms away.
By Road: There are KSRTC/BMCTC buses from Bangalore Majestic bus station to Nandi Hill and the bus fare would be around INR 40 per person one way. KSRTC bus to the hilltop leaves at 8:30 AM from platform 10 and return bus leaves at 2:30PM, 4:15PM and 5PM respectively. But if you want to enjoy nature I recommend you to rent a scooter or a bike.
By Train: The nearest railway station connected to Nandi Hills is Nandi Halt and Chikballapur. Trains - Krantivira Sangolli Rayanna Railway station Majestic(SBC)- Kolar KQZ Passenger(76551), Channnapatna(CPT)- Kolar(KQZ) DEMU (76525).
Please share your experience of your trip with us. Bon Voyage :)
