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Hyderabad
182 Kms from Kurnool

Once the capital of the Nizams, it is now the joint capital of both the states of Andhra Pradesh as well as Telangana but officially is only the capital of the latter. It is one of the busiest cities of the country and crammed with people almost the whole year round. The old charm of the city is still intact and it is only because the people love their culture and heritage and are successful in keeping up with their roots. There are a number of places to visit in this city such as the Charminar, Golcoda Fort, Mecca Masjid and so many other places. The Hyderabadi Biryani is like the signature dish of this place and was also a favorite of the Nizam's. You still get the richest and most authentic taste of the dish out here. The market places are lined with sweet shops which sell the most delicious desserts for you to give your diet a toss. Shopping is also an option here.

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Once the capital of the Nizams, it is now the joint capital of both the states of Andhra Pradesh as well as Telangana but officially is only the capital of the latter. It is one of the busiest cities of the country and crammed with people almost the whole year round. The old charm of the city is still intact and it is only because the people love their culture and heritage and are successful in keeping up with their roots. There are a number of places to visit in this city such as the Charminar, Golcoda Fort, Mecca Masjid and so many other places. The Hyderabadi Biryani is like the signature dish of this place and was also a favorite of the Nizam's. You still get the richest and most authentic taste of the dish out here. The market places are lined with sweet shops which sell the most delicious desserts for you to give your diet a toss. Shopping is also an option here.

Morning we reached Hyderabad and headed back home. It was a great feeling to have experienced such a trek. I have done many explorations previously but this one was a bit scary but enjoyable.

Exploring through the caves of salher fort

By Avinash Kumar

Sunday was the last day we had at Hyderabad. Though we had the entire day to ourselves, we did not plan much for the last day. Early in the morning we visited the famous Birla temple. And to wrap up an almost perfect trip we visited the Buddha statue in Hussain Sagar lake. It is the world's tallest monolith of Gautam Buddha and stands at a serious 58 feet. Interestingly it was the Dalai Lama who consecrated the statue some 10 years back.Of course a trip to Karachi Bakery was kept for last. Although one can now find Karachi Biscuits online, one has to visit the store to know the sheer variety of the biscuits on offer. Needless to say, we all packed heavy.We had a quick lunch at a nearby restaurant and went back to the hotel to pack for the return journey. The trip to Hyderabad is one of my most cherished trips in recent times. While my only qualm was not being able to stick completely to my itinerary, it is only a small sore point at that. Perhaps my planning and the complete itinerary should help you plan your own trip.Happy travelling!

What to do on a trip to Hyderabad

We had an exhaustive schedule (literally!) for Friday but as it is with groups we managed to cover only in part. Despite having planned the Nehru Zoological Park and the Falaknuma Palace in the first half of the day, we awoke only by 10, courtesy the late night partying and staying up routine.Let me take you through our itinerary anyway. We had planned on going to the Nehru Zoological park first thing in the morning. The park has a large collection of indigenous specie of animals and birds. I was more interested in the animals (specifically the white tiger) than the birds since we were going to visit a specialised bird park inside Ramoji the following day. We were to follow it up with the Palace, now the Taj Falaknuma palace, a palace hotel. A pity that we didn't make it though.

What to do on a trip to Hyderabad

We arrived in Hyderabad on Thursday. We stayed at a hotel near Nampally Railway station as it was centrally located and in close proximity to many of the places we wanted to visit. After having a filling lunch at Cafe Bahar Restaurant, we set out as per our itinerary for the first day.

What to do on a trip to Hyderabad

The flight back home was interesting too. We had a three-hour long layover scheduled in Hyderabad, where we bumped into one of my cousins and his family. Coincidentally they were booked on the same flight as us, just ten rows ahead. We chatted for a while, discussing about our experiences since the last time we met (on Diwali last year), and how my cousin Yash seems to grow a couple of inches every time I meet him! Our trip to Ooty has certainly been one of the best memories of this year yet. From last minute bookings to weird Google Maps experiences, we had it all. A special thanks to the staff at Club Mahindra for making our experience amazing.Well, for those who intend to plan a similar trip, here are some pointers that might help -If you plan to go from Coimbatore to Ooty, I would highly recommend renting a vehicle if you don't have one. We found Zoomcars to be a very good deal for approximately ₹6,500- A Hyundai i20 Elite for 70 hours and 350km (over which we would be charged ₹12/km). The fuel was included in the package as well. BTW the airport pick-up and drop service is availableSpeaking of renting a car, ensure that you take photos of the car from all sides to make a note of any prior damage the car has withstood and share the photos with the representative.Although we loved visiting the Adiyogi, it would be best if one visits the place after approximately a year or two. A lot of landscaping is going on at present, and once complete, the experience will be something different altogether.Do research about the bandhs well in advance. We travelled through a number of towns, and not a single restaurant or shop was open until 5 in the evening. Carry enough food just in case.Plan in advance, especially for Club Mahindra (unless you are a Violet Card holder). We were really fortunate to find a place at such short notice. The food there is just amazing, albeit slightly expensive.Carry adequate warm clothes. It is always cool there. We experienced that summer afternoons in Ooty have weather comparable to Mumbai evenings in winters. Preferably carry umbrellas for the sudden untimely rain.The Derby Green property of Club Mahindra overlooks the Race Course and has a number of activities for the guests. Make sure you experience at least a few of them. Avoid visiting the property in winters - it is really cold. The staff there mentioned that the guests hardly ever come out of their rooms during winter.The Tibetan Market in Ooty has great fruits, if you are interested. Chocolates are also available nearby. And if you haven't already, do give Ibaco ice-creams a try. I just love the experience.Google Maps is not highly accurate in the hilly regions. Asking the local people for directions could be more helpful. We had at least three occasions where the Maps pointed us to inexistent roads.On a lighter note, if you are a mangovore like us, avoid having mangoes before a road trip on an empty stomach.

A Beautiful Gem of the South - Ooty!

We started from Hyderabad on last but 1 day to Humpi(World's Heritage Site). We reached Hospet around 8 in the morning on 31st,2016..last day of the year.It was a trip of 2 years(last day of 2016 and 1st day of 2017).We took a room in Hospet,there will more no.of autos instead of cabs in Hospet for tourism,they show us all places in Humpi.We started at Hospet and travelled to Hampi around 20 min..First we went to virupaksha temple.

Humpi!!!---Perfect trip for weekend gateway

By Ramadevi Reddy

Day 1 was all about arriving, checking-in and visiting a few places nearby our hotel like Hussain Sagar lake, Lumbini park etc. And, not to forget, the yummy Paradise Biriyani !!

Hyderabad: a city with magical monuments!

By mainak biswas

This day was all about visiting monuments of Hyderabad.

Hyderabad: a city with magical monuments!

By mainak biswas

Vacations again! And we were eager to go to a new place. Dalai Lama once said,”Once a year, go some place where you’ve never been before”. It’s my favourite quote. I do believe there is nothing more interesting and exciting than visiting a new place . Our destination this time was the city of Nizams. It may not be a great idea for many to spend holidays in a highly populated city the fourth most populous city of India) but the historical charm – (the stories of Nizams, the acoustic wonders of Golconda, the legendary Hyderabadi Biryani tales and the Salar Jung Museum pulled us to Hyderabad. From Pune, the Shatabdi Express took only eight hours to reach Secunderabad station. When Pune was shivering in cold for the last one month, we landed in a somewhat warmer city in the end of December.In the last two years, we have visited two famous forts, the Daulatabad Fort in Aurangabad, Maharashtra and the Kangra Fort in Himachal Pradesh. Exploring forts though is a bit tiring, but still, the feel you get in the surroundings, in the ruins, in the dark passages, staircases or in front of a majestic architecture and listening to the unbelievable stories of the kings and emperors who once ruled from these bastions, are matchless.

Exploring Hyderabad - Hyperlapse

By Saurov Nandy

Hampi
183 Kms from Kurnool

Best time to visit - January,February,March,October,November,December

Before the tropical air hits you here, an uncanny sense of time travel does, as you scan the historic Vijayanagar's devastatingly beautiful ruins and temples spread across the boulder-strewn landscape. The ancient capital of the Vijayanagara Empire (1343-1565), which has now become a favourite hipster holiday destination, is best explored on foot or bicycle. It has a lot of famous attractions such as the Hemakuta Hill, home to the ancient scattered ruins and a monolithic sculpture of Hindu God Vishnu, along with Hampi Bazaar, once an ancient trading spot for horses, silk, cows, precious stones and now a hub of handicraft shops and little restaurants, with the 15th century Virupaksha temple at its western end and the 16th century Vittala temple at its eastern end. Sule Bazaar and the Achyutaraya temple is also a must visit. This historic expedition can get tiresome and overwhelming for many, and the village in contrast maintains a very laid back atmosphere, with innumerable guest houses spread around, some even with a fascinating spartan setting, costing no more than 300 rupees. Just like its ruins, an ancient festival called the Hampi Utsav has also been kept alive since the Vijayanagar reign and is celebrated annually in November, with light and sound shows, music and dance performances, all boasting of the Kannadigas' rich culture, set against the backdrop of Hampi's ruins. The Mango Tree restaurant is a quaint place reached via passing through a banana plantation. Other good places to eat include Prince Restaurant, Goan Corner Restaurant and Laughing Buddha, popular for South Indian, Chinese, Israeli, Tibetan, and usual vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, enjoyed by the riverside.

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Before the tropical air hits you here, an uncanny sense of time travel does, as you scan the historic Vijayanagar's devastatingly beautiful ruins and temples spread across the boulder-strewn landscape. The ancient capital of the Vijayanagara Empire (1343-1565), which has now become a favourite hipster holiday destination, is best explored on foot or bicycle. It has a lot of famous attractions such as the Hemakuta Hill, home to the ancient scattered ruins and a monolithic sculpture of Hindu God Vishnu, along with Hampi Bazaar, once an ancient trading spot for horses, silk, cows, precious stones and now a hub of handicraft shops and little restaurants, with the 15th century Virupaksha temple at its western end and the 16th century Vittala temple at its eastern end. Sule Bazaar and the Achyutaraya temple is also a must visit. This historic expedition can get tiresome and overwhelming for many, and the village in contrast maintains a very laid back atmosphere, with innumerable guest houses spread around, some even with a fascinating spartan setting, costing no more than 300 rupees. Just like its ruins, an ancient festival called the Hampi Utsav has also been kept alive since the Vijayanagar reign and is celebrated annually in November, with light and sound shows, music and dance performances, all boasting of the Kannadigas' rich culture, set against the backdrop of Hampi's ruins. The Mango Tree restaurant is a quaint place reached via passing through a banana plantation. Other good places to eat include Prince Restaurant, Goan Corner Restaurant and Laughing Buddha, popular for South Indian, Chinese, Israeli, Tibetan, and usual vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, enjoyed by the riverside.

Day five the train travels to Hospet, the station you de-board at to visit Hampi. Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a place to truly understand and appreciate the ancient architecture and art of the Southern Indian rulers. The capital of Vijaywada Dynasty, Hampi currently is one of the most popular destinations to visit. It is identified by a humongous stone chariot, in the verandah of Vijaya Vittala temple complex. This is also the stone chariot after which the train was named.Sights Covered: Hampi sightseeing - Hema Kuta Hill, Virupaksha temple, Queens Bath, elephant stables, royal enclosure, Hazara Rama Temple, Vijaya Vittala temple complex, and Tungabhadra river.Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board.Timings: 8.30am for Hampi sightseeing, 3.30 pm for Vijaya Vittala temple complex and 5pm at Tungabhadra river.

For A Slice Of The Royal Life, Get Aboard This Luxury Train Taking You Across Southern India

By Aakanksha Magan

As we started nearing Hampi, Centuries looked down upon us. Being amidst Centuries of stories, of ideas, of people that weren’t but their work that was still around. This was overwhelming. The rickshaw-wala dropped us at the town, on the banks of the beautiful Tungabhadra river, where we had to lug our backpacks into the ferry and go across the river.Both the times in Hampi, we stayed at Mowgli Guest House in a small hut overlooking the beautiful paddy fields. Many a sunsets were seen lounging here, drinking ‘lemon ginger honey’ and soaking the sunset sky in.

Found beauty in ruins – Found beauty in Hampi

By Mimansa Popat

The easiest and cheapest way to visit Hampi is to book a bus from Bangalore (use redbus.in).Its only an overnight journey and you will reach Hampi quite fresh and active. On reaching Hampi, the only means of transportation up to your home stay would be an auto.

Hampi:A pause at the city of ruins

We next went to Queens bath , Lotus temple,Elephant stable and Kings court,Shiva temple and many more architectural wonders which mesmerised us with the beauty,tales behind them ,sculptures,stone carved idols.

Hampi - Land of Ruins and culture

By Swetha Sharma

My first coracle ride was at 2 am in the middle of a chilling night from Sanapur to Hampi ,crossing the tranquil Tungabhadra. Me along with my five friends had gone to Sanapur from Hampi by taking a motor boat early in the day for spending some time there, as Sanapur was one of the most happening places around. So by completing all the so called 'To do check list' in Sanapur we came back to the banks of Tungabhadra hoping for a boat to take us over to Hampi as our hotel rooms were there. But there was no boat and only a coracle laid there in the dark welcoming us and and a small boy was on board with an oar in his hand.The coracle thing was not in our checklist and we had to improvise it, if we had to make it to the other side of the river and get to sleep. We hopped into the coracle after negotiating the night rates. Yeah! you know it, nights are costly.The coracle thing was made out of interlaced bamboo strips from side to the bottom. Obviously I coudn't see whether it was made of bamboo or plastic or whatever in the middle of a dark night . But you know what ,I figured it out the next day, and the day after as it turned out , I had never waited for a motor boat again in that trip, because that coracle ride in the middle of the night was pure bliss. It was not much far from floating in Tungabhadra .

'Coracles' in Hampi

By Gokul Gopinath

Hampi in Karnataka, which is a group of ruins and monuments, used to originally be the go to place for wall climbers. But this pretty much changed when bouldering enthusiasts were overtaken by the crowds who decided to give 'revisiting history' a chance. So many Israeli cafes have opened up here, and intoxication is quite common. Hampi isn't completely done and dusted. There's still time to save this beautiful heritage site from the wrath of unwanted, careless tourists.

Offbeat Destinations That Are Not So Offbeat Anymore

Day 5: It's a last day:(Today we explored the other side of the river. Hampi is divided by river where the other side of the river is Anegundi village.There are coracle rides to take to cross the river which we had heard lot of and wanted to ride on but sadly since there was no water in the river we just crossed the river by walking and reached the Anegundi village and visited main attractions on that side- one of the best one for it's view being 'Monkey temple' or also known 'Anjani Parvat'.After climbing 575 steps and saving ourselves from the monkeys we finally made it to the top all exhaused but view was all worth the pain! We chilled at Laughing Buddha shack-also a must go when at Hampi enjoying the "Dolce far niente"(an italian saying which means-sweetness of doing nothing) and enjoying the last moments of a trip full of fun!We left for Hospet in the evening which is 30 minutes away from Hampi for our bus to Mumbai! And this ended our wonderful trip to Gokarna and Hampi and we were back with beautiful memories to treasure lifelong!!!

Gokarna-Hampi: Worth the Hippie Hype!

By Amruta Pagariya

Day 4: Trekking-Walking-TrekkingWe started our morning with a trek to Hemkuta Hill for the sunrise-for which we were late and missed the sunrise but the view was amazing. Then we started with a visit to famous Virupaksha temple and all other important and famous ruined complexes- Stone Chariot, Queen's Bath, Elephant's stable , Sisters rock, Achutarya temple and many more. Suggestion-Do take a guide at Virupaksha temple and Vijaya Vittala temple to know about Hampi and it's history better!Evening was a time for Matanga Hill trek.When in Hampi, you simply can't miss this trek. It is wonderful sunset point and not that difficult to climb except for monkeys make it little bit scary!

Gokarna-Hampi: Worth the Hippie Hype!

By Amruta Pagariya

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By Aishwarya Iyengar

Hampi has risen to the top among the list of quick travel destinations in the recent years. Known for the abundant cave temples, the detailed carvings on them are noticeably flawless. One can just stare and admire the intricacy for hours. Cut out of a single rock are the four temples called ‘Badami’- meaning the color of almonds in colloquial term. It is an ideal picnic spot with river Tungabhadra flowing and boating facilities available during seasons. There are well figured statues of Nataraja in front of Cave 1 and Lord Vishnu guarding cave 3, only adding to the extravagance. If some time away is what you’re seeking, Hampi will not fail your zeal.Distance from Mumbai - 743 Kms-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------You should probably take a trip to some place far and enjoy the weekend. We know that you are a workaholic but at times it is necessary for one to stop what they are doing, go on a little vacation, and come back thoroughly refreshed. That is exactly what we want from you so here is a list of all the places to visit near Mumbai. These places near Mumbai will cut you off from the city. There is something for the entire family to do in each of the places. It is time to start planning a trip. Life in the faced paced city of Mumbai can take its toll on one’s health. Therefore, as prescribes, “Prevention is better than cure.” Take out time from that ever so busy schedule and plan a weekend away from all the hustle and bustle. Well, here is where we come in to the picture. We know that you don’t have that much time to do all the searching so we have come up with a list that makes mention of the best weekend getaways from Mumbai. Take a look. You may as well end up spending the weekend at one of our suggestions.When the stress of work and life itself gets to you, all you need is a short weekend break to shake it all off. If you live or work in Mumbai all the more reason to pack your bags. There are plenty of places to visit around Mumbai and you don’t need an extended holiday for it. With just a few kms separating you from these idyllic weekend destinations you don’t have to think twice. Just pack your bags and go wherever the road leads you. Mumbai city can get a little overwhelming at times. The traffic jams and rush hour at the train stations can be a nuisance. This weekend, take a short road trip to get away from it all. It will do you a world of good.

31 Places to Visit near Mumbai Within 100 - 1000 Kms

By Saurav Mishra

Tirupati
288 Kms from Kurnool

Best time to visit - January,February,March,November,December

Known all over the country for the sacred Sri Venkateswara Temple, Tirupati is located in the Chittoor District of Andhra Pradesh. The temple is actually located in Tirumala along with a number of other temples, though Sri Venkateshwara Temple or Tirupati Balaji is the main attraction for visitors. Tirumala is always bustling with energy owing to the many tourists as well as the number of festivals celebrated here. Legend has it that one should visit Sri Varahaswami temple before visiting Sri Venkateswaraswami. Varahaswami owned the seven hills and agreed to give them to Sri Venkateswaraswami with the demand that he too should be worshipped. And for this, Sri Venkateswaraswami asked his pilgrims to visit the Sri Varahaswami temple before visiting him. For first timers there are a few things you should keep in mind including appropriate clothing, no alcohol and carrying extra locks for your rooms as well as vehicles. Before visiting the temple, you'll need darshan tickets, which are available at various TTD counters across the country. A beautiful place with immense spiritual energy, Tirupati is a must visit.

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Known all over the country for the sacred Sri Venkateswara Temple, Tirupati is located in the Chittoor District of Andhra Pradesh. The temple is actually located in Tirumala along with a number of other temples, though Sri Venkateshwara Temple or Tirupati Balaji is the main attraction for visitors. Tirumala is always bustling with energy owing to the many tourists as well as the number of festivals celebrated here. Legend has it that one should visit Sri Varahaswami temple before visiting Sri Venkateswaraswami. Varahaswami owned the seven hills and agreed to give them to Sri Venkateswaraswami with the demand that he too should be worshipped. And for this, Sri Venkateswaraswami asked his pilgrims to visit the Sri Varahaswami temple before visiting him. For first timers there are a few things you should keep in mind including appropriate clothing, no alcohol and carrying extra locks for your rooms as well as vehicles. Before visiting the temple, you'll need darshan tickets, which are available at various TTD counters across the country. A beautiful place with immense spiritual energy, Tirupati is a must visit.

This is one of the best places to visit around Chennai and it is known for its beautiful sceneries as well the magical peace you obtain here. The Tirupati Temple is known to be the richest temple in the country and is a very important religious place as well. The Tirupathi Tirumala Devasthanam is a must visit along with the Venkateshwar Temple. This is one of the best tourist places near Chennai within 200 kms and the best time to visit this place is between the months of September and March.Distance from Chennai: 134

15 Tourist Places near Chennai Within 100 - 200 - 300 Kms

By Saurav Mishra

We reached next day early morning to Tirupathi and booked a hotel on spot. After took some rest for some hours and then started for darshan. It took us ~7hrs to complete our darshan and recommended book darshan ticket online. In evening, we started for Chennai and reached there in ~4hrs.

2200km Road Trip in South India

By harsh maheshwari

Thiruthani to ballari (431km) :The last day was a sore and boring one. Not many places to see. Just a long ride back home. The roads were some of the worst we've encountered. We reached tirupati temple town by 12pm and headed towards kadiri. After about 9hrs of riding. We finally reached ballari by 10.30pm! The odometer read 3050kms! This was the longest trip i have taken on bike!

Journey Through The Four Heavens Of South India!

By The Motographer diaries

The Amazing breath talking walk from Alipiri to Tirumala is best experience of both Tradition and Trekking

Tirupathi – May be traditional yet cool place to go

By Majid Hussain

THE BENEFITS ACQUIRED BY A PILIGRIMAGE TO THE TEMPLE ARE MENTIONED IN RIG VEDA AND ASTHADASA PURANAS. IN THESE EPICS, SRI VENKATESWARA IS DESCRIBED AS THE GREAT "BESTOWER OF BOONS".

ROAD TRIP - MUMBAI TO TIRUPATI VIA HAMPI

It’s a must visit place. It will take at least 5-6 hrs to come out, once you are inside the Temple. People from all over India come for the Darshan of Tirupati balaji. Now it’s time for our destination and my home town –“Visakhapatnam”. Till then we didn’t know how we would reach Vizag. No bookings, nothing. It was 8pm. Then we decide we will hop in Vijayawada and from there we will go to Vizag. We got a Volvo bus from Tirupati to Vijayawada around 9pm. We were really tired. It was damn hot. 12th night went in traveling to Vijayawada.

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Vijayawada
300 Kms from Kurnool

Best time to visit - January,February,March,October,November,December

Think serene springs, juicy mangoes and mouthwatering deserts and Vijayawada is the name that will come to mind. The name Vijayawada literally means 'the place of victory' and it has the biggest railway junction in the south. Vijayawada is also very important in religious terms. The Kanaka Durga Temple has magnificent architectural wealth and will leave you spellbound. Amravati, a town at a distance of about 33 kilometres from Vijayawada, is a growing tourist destination. It has a stupa that is perhaps bigger than the one at Sanchi. There are also some great examples of rock-cut architecture at the Undavalli Caves. A visit to Vijayawada is not only inspiring but also educating. It is famous for its heritage and grand history. Treat yourself to some good food and delicious sweets, and do not forget to buy at least four to five kilograms of juicy mangoes – an intrinsic part of the experience of Vijayawada.

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Think serene springs, juicy mangoes and mouthwatering deserts and Vijayawada is the name that will come to mind. The name Vijayawada literally means 'the place of victory' and it has the biggest railway junction in the south. Vijayawada is also very important in religious terms. The Kanaka Durga Temple has magnificent architectural wealth and will leave you spellbound. Amravati, a town at a distance of about 33 kilometres from Vijayawada, is a growing tourist destination. It has a stupa that is perhaps bigger than the one at Sanchi. There are also some great examples of rock-cut architecture at the Undavalli Caves. A visit to Vijayawada is not only inspiring but also educating. It is famous for its heritage and grand history. Treat yourself to some good food and delicious sweets, and do not forget to buy at least four to five kilograms of juicy mangoes – an intrinsic part of the experience of Vijayawada.

We opted for a morning train, the Vijaywada Passenger which plies from Cantonement Railway station to Hindupur. Though one can purchase tickets the morning of the trip, it’s advisable to book them in advance to avoid being chased away from your seat by greedy passengers.The train journey lasts about 3 hours and is a slow, calm one. The train halts at several stations for awhile but it has its own charm.

Lepakshi – A Hidden Treasure

Day2 Left Sreekakulam early morning and we take a short tour in Vizag as it was just 2 hours drive from Sreekakulam, we visited Ramakrishna Beach, Rishikunda Beach. At 3pm had our lunch and headed towards Vijaywada and reached 9pm. Stayed in a homestay named Short stay homes (pet friendly hotel).

Kolkata to Rameswaram by Car with our Pet

By rituparna saha

Day 2, 4:30-ish am - We start from Vijayawada and hit the road towards Surat. On the way we stop for breakfast at a roadside restaurant, which served the best chicken keema and mutton keema dosas!

When 4 friends drove over 6,000 km in a roadtrip to Rajasthan and back

By Rohith Girish

Warangal
298 Kms from Kurnool

Best time to visit - January,February,March,September,October,November,December

Warangal is a land famous for its architectural feats. Though not really a tourist spot, the ancient city has multitudes of experiences to offer by way of its beautiful temples, wildlife sanctuary, a grand fort and a serene lake to satisfy the thirst of travellers. The most famous spot is the star-shaped, 800-year-old Thousand Pillared Temple with its uniquely carved stone pillars. Warangal is replete with temples such as the Ramappa temple, Sri Vidya Saraswathi Shani temple, Sri Veeranarayana temple, the most beautifully located being the Bhadrakali Temple. The exquisite carvings, arches and pillars of the Warangal fort are noteworthy along with its South Indian architectural style. The turquoise blue manmade lake of Pakhal amidst the lush greens forests is where you want to be for the most breathtaking sceneries. If you’re visiting during September or October, you may get to witness the vivid festival of flowers celebrated by the Hindu women, Bathukamma. You may not find the most opulent hotels, but there are decent ones to spend a night at, such as City Grand or Grand Gayathri. Try the local eateries for their lip-smacking ghee idlis and dosas.

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Warangal is a land famous for its architectural feats. Though not really a tourist spot, the ancient city has multitudes of experiences to offer by way of its beautiful temples, wildlife sanctuary, a grand fort and a serene lake to satisfy the thirst of travellers. The most famous spot is the star-shaped, 800-year-old Thousand Pillared Temple with its uniquely carved stone pillars. Warangal is replete with temples such as the Ramappa temple, Sri Vidya Saraswathi Shani temple, Sri Veeranarayana temple, the most beautifully located being the Bhadrakali Temple. The exquisite carvings, arches and pillars of the Warangal fort are noteworthy along with its South Indian architectural style. The turquoise blue manmade lake of Pakhal amidst the lush greens forests is where you want to be for the most breathtaking sceneries. If you’re visiting during September or October, you may get to witness the vivid festival of flowers celebrated by the Hindu women, Bathukamma. You may not find the most opulent hotels, but there are decent ones to spend a night at, such as City Grand or Grand Gayathri. Try the local eateries for their lip-smacking ghee idlis and dosas.

Spending an extended weekend sitting idle at home is never a good idea. So, as always I planned a roadtrip to nearby place called Warangal, approximately 150 km away from Hyderabad with my husband. Warangal is referred as the cultural capital of Telangana state. It was the capital city during the flourishing days of mighty Kakatiya dynasty.

Warangal- Weekend Gateway To Kakatiya's Dynasty

By Abhimanyu - @yatripandit

warangal known for the Beautiful temples and ruinsof the 12th century. A developing city with thousand pillar temple, badrakali temple, iscon, fort and rock garden in d vicinity of the city...whereas other places abit outside the city. The fort however is huge surrounds the village with shops n houses inside it. Telangana chicken and mutton biryani are for ppl with a spicy craving. A different experience with d blessing for d whole year

City of pearls to city of temples and ruins

By Michelle Fernandes

Nellore
268 Kms from Kurnool

Best time to visit - January,February,October,November,December

The awe-inspiring Ranganatha Temple is perhaps the most significant religious architecture in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh. The temple is covered with intricate carvings and detailed artwork that will fill you up with a compelling sense of wonder. The Pulikat lake here serves as an asylum for several migratory birds such as pelicans and flamingos. Take a boat ride to experience all that the lake has to offer. You can also pay your respects at the Barah Shaheed Dargah, which is a mausoleum dedicated to 12 martyrs. It is a common belief that those who visit here to pay their respects, have all their wishes fulfilled. The festivities held here during Moharram are quite a sight to behold. Nellore is famous for the Nellore Reddy cuisine. Popular restaurants here are Murali Krishna Sweets, Komalavilas and Sree Venkatarama Vilas. You can easily find hotels here in your budget.

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The awe-inspiring Ranganatha Temple is perhaps the most significant religious architecture in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh. The temple is covered with intricate carvings and detailed artwork that will fill you up with a compelling sense of wonder. The Pulikat lake here serves as an asylum for several migratory birds such as pelicans and flamingos. Take a boat ride to experience all that the lake has to offer. You can also pay your respects at the Barah Shaheed Dargah, which is a mausoleum dedicated to 12 martyrs. It is a common belief that those who visit here to pay their respects, have all their wishes fulfilled. The festivities held here during Moharram are quite a sight to behold. Nellore is famous for the Nellore Reddy cuisine. Popular restaurants here are Murali Krishna Sweets, Komalavilas and Sree Venkatarama Vilas. You can easily find hotels here in your budget.

175 kilometres away from Chennai, Nellore is a haven for those who love observing birds and their behavior. This town has existed since the Mauryan reign and is a flourishing tourist hot spot nowadays. There are plenty of places to visit here like the Somasila dam and Nellapattu bird sanctuary. Needless to say, you are in for a treat at this place. Try visiting the Udaygiri fort and as well as the Satish Dhawan Space Centre. You can visit the place between the months of December and February for the time of your life. Nellore lies 177 kilometres away from Chennai and is a place for bird lovers and those who seek nothing more than just doing nothing. It is said that the town of Nellore existed since the Mauryan Empire ruled the land. The Somasila dam, Pulicat Lake and Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary are some of the tourist attractions here. You can also visit the Udaygiri Fort for a slice of history or gaze at the stars from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre. The best time to pay a visit to this place would from the month of December through February. Located in the nearby state of Andhra Pradesh, Nellore is an ancient town where you can get away from it all. The architecture and history of the place makes it a significant landmark. If you are up for some sightseeing, you should definitely visit Pulicat Lake as well as Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary. If you have the time and want to get out of your hotel room, visit Somasila Dam and Udaygiri Fort. Weekend getaways from Chennai are now made easy.Distance from Chennai: 175

15 Tourist Places near Chennai Within 100 - 200 - 300 Kms

By Saurav Mishra

Anantapur
137 Kms from Kurnool

Lepakshi is located in Mandal, a small village in Anantpur district, which is 120 kms from Bangalore and 15 kms from Hindupur. When one travels from Bangalore, except the last 20 kms into the village, the remaining roads are tolled highways and it takes around 2.5-3hrs to reach Lepakshi from Bangalore city.Local Legend There are two interesting myths associated with Lepakshi’s origin. This place has a significant role in one of the great Indian epics Ramayana. It is said that the bird Jatayu, was wounded by the King of Lanka, during Jayatu’s futile attempt to save Sita from Ravana. As the result of the battle, Jatayu’s wings fell off on the rocks here. When Rama reached the spot, he saw the suffering bird and said affectionately, “Le Pakshi” (meaning “Arise, bird”) in Telugu.

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Lepakshi is located in Mandal, a small village in Anantpur district, which is 120 kms from Bangalore and 15 kms from Hindupur. When one travels from Bangalore, except the last 20 kms into the village, the remaining roads are tolled highways and it takes around 2.5-3hrs to reach Lepakshi from Bangalore city.Local Legend There are two interesting myths associated with Lepakshi’s origin. This place has a significant role in one of the great Indian epics Ramayana. It is said that the bird Jatayu, was wounded by the King of Lanka, during Jayatu’s futile attempt to save Sita from Ravana. As the result of the battle, Jatayu’s wings fell off on the rocks here. When Rama reached the spot, he saw the suffering bird and said affectionately, “Le Pakshi” (meaning “Arise, bird”) in Telugu.

Lepakshi - A Hidden Gem In Anantpur

By Nivi Selvaraj

Badami
263 Kms from Kurnool

Best time to visit - January,February,September,October,November,December

Earlier the capital of the Chalukya Kingdom, Badami is located in the North Karnataka District and is a part of Bagalkot. This place is surrounded by beautiful hills and mainly known for the lovely cave temples. This is a group of four temples which are made of soft sandstone. Out of these three are dedicated to the Hindu religion while the one remaining is for the Jains. These are some of the perfect examples of Chalukyan Temple architecture. The evolving time and development can be well found in the ravines of this place and the designs made on the walls and ceilings of these temples make them soe of the best temples of South India.

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Earlier the capital of the Chalukya Kingdom, Badami is located in the North Karnataka District and is a part of Bagalkot. This place is surrounded by beautiful hills and mainly known for the lovely cave temples. This is a group of four temples which are made of soft sandstone. Out of these three are dedicated to the Hindu religion while the one remaining is for the Jains. These are some of the perfect examples of Chalukyan Temple architecture. The evolving time and development can be well found in the ravines of this place and the designs made on the walls and ceilings of these temples make them soe of the best temples of South India.

On day six we travel onwards to Badami, the regal capital of the Badami Chalukyas, a town widely popular for its complex cave temples. In these caves are Hindu, Jain and Buddhist temples. The first cave has the idol of Shiva as Nataraja; the second cave and third caves have idols of Vishnu carved everywhere; the fourth cave is known to house the Jain Tirthankars and the fifth cave is believed to be a place of worship for the followers of Buddhism.Sights Covered: Pattadakal and Badami cave templesMeals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner on boardTimings: 8.30am for cave exploration.After sightseeing in Badami, the rest of the afternoon is free to relax and enjoy the facilities on board.

For A Slice Of The Royal Life, Get Aboard This Luxury Train Taking You Across Southern India

By Aakanksha Magan

Day 4 : “UNPLANNED THINGS ARE ALWAYS AWESOME"After a heavy breakfast at Kishkinda Resort with heavy heart bit bid Adieu to Hampi . It was an awesome experience staying at Kishkinda Resort nestled in between the heart of nature.Me: Trip is over, now we are starting our return journey . Not feeling goodWife : Yes , I want to stay for few more days and explore moreMe: Shall we go to Badami ??Wife : Whats Badami ?Me : It’s a surpriseWife : If its an awesome place , I don’t have any issueMe: I have seen pics only ,in the pics it seems awesomeWife: But we have to return todayMe : Yes we need 1.5 hrs there onlyWife: OkMe: But there is one issue, it will be 500 Km State Highway to reach Kolhapur if we go Badami and I am not sure how are the roads and I don’t know the route , have to rely on Google MapsWife: In this trip every risk we took turned fruitful, so let’s take this chance alsoMe: YooooAfter setting the google maps we left Hampi at around 10 AM and after crossing many Villages and State Highways we were at Badami by 2 PM . The view at Badami Caves is simply breathtaking.

Demonetisation,Anniversary and 1500 Km of Biketrip to Hampi

By rakesh kumar

Early morning 7am we boarded a bus for badami 114rs ticket and reached badami by 9am. Hired a autorickshaw for 700rs to show whole of badami, aihole, pattadkal and dropped us at aameenabad.Near badami you can also check the bhootnath temple which has a mesmirizing view at shown in the below pic.

MUMBAI - HAMPI - BADAMI - VIJAPUR -MUMBAI-A Trip In a True Backpacker Style (Part Two)

By Gautam Vaishnav

Badami was founded in 540 AD by Pulakeshin I (535-566 AD), and was capital of the Chalukyas between 6CE - 8CE and the rock-cut Badami Cave Temples were sculpted during this period.

Backpacking across the Forgotten Empires of Karnataka

By Some Aditya Mandal

BadamiOn the second day after visiting Ibrahim Rauza in Bijapur, I started my journey to go 1000 years back in the history. It was the turn of Badami, capital city of Chalukya empire from 5th century to 8th century. After Islamic architecture, turn comes for the Hindu temple architecture very native to India.From Bijapur I moved towards south to Badami an ancient city situated on the banks of Malprabha river in the bagalkot district of Karnataka. While going from Bijapur to Bagalkot, I crossed Krishna river. It was really an amazing sight for me as I had already witnessed the origin of Krishna in Mahabaleshwar. Krishna river had expanded its course for approximately 2 km where I crossed the bridge. Before crossing the bridge there were too many highway restaurants of fishes. I filled my tummy with the delicious fish. Then, I left the Krishna and moved ahead to the bagalkot.I reached bagalkot at 12 which is approximately 80 km from bijapur. I didn't want waste more time as half of the day had already gone. I moved towards Badami which is 30 km from Bagalkot. I reached badami at 1 pm. Then I searched for a hotel and found a decent one. I checked in the hotel. I didn't waste more time and went towards Badami temple which was 1 km from the hotel.I reached badami temple from a narrow street but the sight was magnificent in the first glance itself. This was completely different from Bijapur where most of the monuments were built using black stone. Here we find red sand stone hills everywhere. The first thing I saw was the Agastya lake and Bhootnath temple on the south-west of the lake . There is also a museum to the left of the entrance. Museum also has some fine structures. One idol that amazed me was the idol of Lazza gauri, the fertility goddess, a unique type of sculputure in the art of badami chalukya period.

A thousand years solo journey in three days: Day 2: Badami, Pattadakal, Aihole

By Kishore Singh Fartiyal

Badami is about 20-30 kms from Pattadakal. These are cave temples and are done out of huge monolithic rocks. There are 4 cave temples here. One for Lord Shiva, two for Vishnu and one dedicated to Jainism. It is just awe-inspiring. I know I’ve been telling this for like almost every other pic, but that is how you feel when you visit these places :)

Tryst with Chalukyan Architecture

By Lets Head Out

The Badami cave temples in Bagalkot District of north Karnataka are one of the finest examples of rock-cut architecture in the country, and as such, an important part of our history. It’s one of the things that make you wonder at how artistically and practically advanced our ancestors were – they had the ways to make such structures, and they had the sensibilities to make them so beautiful and aesthetically powerful. There are four cave temples, all carved out of sandstone. One is a Jain temple, one is dedicated to Shiva and two to Vishnu. There is a fifth small natural cave with a statue of Buddha. These and other equally old temples are set around Agasthya Tank, which is an impressive sight.

5 Temple Towns You Should Visit in South India

BADAMI ALSO KNOWN AS VATAPI WAS THE CAPITAL OF THE CHALUKYAN EMPIRE.ATTRACTED BY THE SCENIC BEAUTY AND NATURAL DEFENCES PROVIDED BY THE MAJESTIC STANDING HILLSAND THE VAST SHEET OF WATER BELOW. ROCK CUT 4 CAVES DEPICTING IMAGES OF SHIVA VISHNU MAHAVIR , LAKE AND TEMPLES SPREAD ACROSS THE HILL AND MUSEUM.

ROAD TRIP - MUMBAI TO TIRUPATI VIA HAMPI

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Places to Visit in Kurnool Places to Stay in Kurnool Weekend Getaways from Kurnool Things to Do in Kurnool Kurnool Travel Guide

Located in Andhra Pradesh, Kurnool is home to some of the most sacred temples of India, including the Shrine of Srisailam, Peta Anjaneyaswami and Birla Mandir. Kurnool being a developing city, you will find spots with construction going on in full swing. Belum Caves is one such attraction. Considered to be one of the longest caves in India, it is a great way to spend your day. The caves demand a lot of walking around, so do wear comfortable shoes when you head here. The oxygen here is a little low so don't take toddlers with you and also avoid if you are claustrophobic. Ugra stambham is another lovely sightseeing spot with great views. It's definitely worth a visit, though you should avoid going in the afternoon since it can get very hot.