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B.R. Hills
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120 Kms from Mysore & 247 Kms from Bangalore, the Biligirirangana range of hills are picturesquely situated between the Cauvery & Kapila rivers. At a height of 5,091 feet above sea level, this hill stretches from north to south for about 16 Kms. All round are deciduous trees. And roaming amidst the long grass and tall trees are animals. Plenty of them! So if you're looking for a cool time with a little bit of wild excitement thrown in, welcome to B.R.Hills. Wake up to the chirping of birds & humming of bees. Breathe in fresh, clean air. Take a stroll through the sylvan surroundings. And let the cool breeze blow your cares away.
As the day quietly slips into night, watch the stars come out, one by one. The moon casts a silver light. And some where in the distance you hear a tiger roar.
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Places
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The Biligiriranganaswamy Temple Sanctuary
Spread across 540 sq.Kms, this sanctuary is home to Gaur, Chital, Sambhar, Elephants, Tigers, Panthers & Bears.
The Biligiriranganaswamy Temple
Situated on top of the highest peak, this ancient temple gives Biligirirangana Betta its name. The deity in the temple is Venkatesha, popular as Ranganatha.
KanchiKote
These are the ruins of an old fort started to have been built by the Gangaraja of Shivanasamudra.
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Air
:The nearest airport is Bangalore(254 km) via Mysore..
Rail :The nearest railhead, Mysore(90 km) is linked by rail to other parts of the State.
Road :Some distances are : Bangalore -254 km, Mysore -90 km
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Nandi Hills
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Nandi Hills, 65 Kms from Bangalore and 1,478 meters above sea level is Bangalore's own hill station. It was Tipu Sultan's summer retreat and Tipu's fort walls still stand as testimony to history. The rivers Pennar, Palar and Arkavati originate from these hills. A flight of 1.175 steps lead from the base of the hills to the top. A popular hill resort of the Bangaloreans. The Tipu's Drop, a 600 meter high cliff, where prisoners were hurled down the precipice is an awe-inspiring sight. Atop the hill is the Yoganandishwara temple.
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Tippu's Drop
A 600 m high cliff face where, according to legend, condemned prisoners were pushed to their death. On misty days when the wind wails in the trees, you can almost hear the blood curdling screams of the prisoners as they met their gruesome end. But look down on a clear day & the view is inspiring.
The Yoga Nandishwara Temple
This beautiful Chola Temple has an inscription of Sambhaji, Shivaji's son. Don't miss the Dwarapalakas, the splendid metallic figures.
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Air:
The nearest airport is Bangalore 60 Kms
Rail: Nearest railhead Bangalore.
Road:Situated on the Bangalore - Hyderabad National Highway, Nandi hills is about 11/2 Hour drive from Bangalore.
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