5 Astonishing Locations to Explore Near Bangalore by Road

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5 Astonishing Locations to Explore Near Bangalore
by Road
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Bangalore is not only an IT hub but
also a famous destination to plan thrilling road
trips. People traveling to Bangalore hire
self-drive cars to explore the nearby holiday
destinations. If you are also fond of road trips,
we provide you with a list of five breathtaking
locations close to Bangalore you cant miss out.

• INTRODUCTION

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1. Sakleshpur

• Sakleshpur is known for its coffee plantations,
  mountains and streams. The scenic hill station
  has a pleasant weather, which makes it a
  preferred destination for road trips. The idyllic
  destination is around 260 km from Bangalore and
  lies in the Hassan District located in
  Southwestern Karnataka.

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2. Sakandari

• If you love trekking, you need to visit
  Sakandari at least once in your lifetime.
  Situated around 70 km from Bangalore, Sakandari
  is one of the most prominent locations where
  people come to enjoy the panoramic views of the
  night and sunrise. The rugged terrain to Papagni
  Temple offers moderate challenges for trekkers.
  Beyond that, the climb becomes a bit more
  daunting. When you reach the top, however, the
  view is breathtaking.

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3. Ranganathittu

• If you love bird watching, Ranganathittu has a
  lot to offer. Situated 140 km away from
  Bangalore, Ranganathittu is the largest bird
  sanctuary in Karnataka. The best time to visit is
  mid-December when you can get a glimpse of as
  many as 40,000 Indian and exotic birds, including
  those from Latin America, Siberia, and North
  India. Many travelers visit Bangalore frequently,
  hire a self-drive car to reach Srirangapatna
  before visiting the bird sanctuary.

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4. Coonoor

• Coonoor is another hill station that people
  from Bangalore and Coimbatore love to visit all
  round the year, thanks to the pleasant weather
  conditions. Though there are a number of
  attractions in and around the place such as the
  Pomological Station, Lambs Rock and Dolphins
  Nose, its famous attraction is the Sims Park, a
  botanical garden that 1000 species of different
  plants and trees.

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5. Sangam and Mekedatu

• Mekedatu lies 4km off Sangam. You need to set for
  Kanakapura first to reach to these places. The
  ride to Kanakapura is approximately 60 km long
  from where you take a left turn to reach Sangam
  and Mekedatu. You can hire a self-drive car to
  reach this scenic destination. Summer is the
  ideal time to visit Sangama- a place where the
  rivers Arkavathi and Cauvery confluence. You can
  also enjoy coracle or circular boat ride in both
  the rivers.

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If you are in Bangalore and love
visiting some of the scenic destinations, you
need to plan a road trip to some of the scenic
destinations close to the IT hub. You, however,
need to look for the right mode of transportation
to explore the nearby areas to the fullest. An
ideal and profitable option is to hire self-drive
cars in Bangalore instead of a cab as you can
plan your journey accordingly and maneuver it off
the beaten path. Not to forget, a self-drive car
is a safer option as compared to cabs.

• Conclusion

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