Tourist Acctration in Around Bangalore
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- Whitefield
- Bannerghatta National Park
- Hesaraghatta Lake
- Devarayanadurga
- Nandi Hills
- Nriryagrama
- Muthyala Maduvu (Pearl Valley)
Whitefield (16kms.)
It is famous for the ashram of world
renowned saint philosopher Sri Satya Sai Baba. The International Tech Park, one
of the most modern and successful software tech parks of the country is also
located here. This export oriented software centre has contributed immensely in
making Bangalore the 'IT Capital'or the 'Silicon Valley of India'.
Bannerghatta National Park (22 kms.)
The beautiful park covers an area of
104 sq. kms. amidst thickly wooded hills. It is inhabited by bison, elephant,
panther, wild boar, jackal, lion tailed monkey etc. There is also a lion and
tiger safari, a crocodile and snake farm and a mini zoo.
Hesaraghatta Lake (25 kms.)
The beautiful lake set amidst lush
fertile landscape is famous for its boating and wind surfing facilities. The
region teems with orchards, poultry and sheep farms. An Indo -Danish dairy
project has also been established here.
Devarayanadurga (71 kms.)
The beautiful hill resort is famous
for Namada Chilume, a natural water spring, said to be created by Lord Rama.
The Namada Chilume Sanctuary is about 10 kms. from Devarayanadurg amidst
thickly forested landscape.
Nandi Hills (60 kms.)
It was the summer resort of Tipu
Sultan, who strengthened the existing fortifications on the hills in 18th
century. Later on, it became a favourite resort of the British. There are two
ancient temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and Amrita Sarovar Lake.
Nriryagrama (28 kms.)
This unique experimental village is
dedicated to the gurukula tradition of learning to revive the Indian classical
dance and music. It is a winner of rural architecture award. Vasantha Habba,
the annual festival celebrated here attracts a large number of visitors.
Muthyala Maduvu (Pearl Valley) (40 kms.)
The scenic site is named after the
small pool created by the waterfalls, which looks like a 'pond of pearl'. There
is also a small temple over here.
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