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Nandi hills

Posted on April 2, 2021March 15, 2021 by harrytinkers

Nandi hill is known for its misty morning sunsets , mesmerising sunsets and delightful nature’s beauty.

Nandi hill also known as Anandagiri (hill of happiness) is an ancient fortress which is known to be ruled by Tipu sultan. Later in the colonial rule the British had taken over this place so you can see a mix of colonial and Chola architecture in the buildings.

The entrance itself is super majestic and can define its heritage.

There are 40 hairpin curves before you reach the entrance. During your climb uphill you will find many photogenic spots with deep gorges and steep rocky hills.Drive slowly and safely there is absolurely no rush.

Nandi Hills is the nearest hill station near our residence as its just 20 kms away. It was our first trip together and we went there for our post wedding photoshoot. It was my first time visit to Nandi hills. Akhil has visited multiple times.It was Mid- September when we visited Nandi hills and the climate was rainy and misty .

Best time to visit is : Throughout the year , isnt it wonderful. During rainy season the roads can be slippery so be careful.

Entry fees :Normal entry fee per person is 5 INR.Car – 60 INR, Two wheeler – 21 INR

Timing : 6 am to 6 pm . You can stay in the guest houses at night if you are planning to stay overnight but the entry is closed by 6 pm in order to avoid mishaps.

Nandi hills is covered with exotic plants and trees, As the horticulture department of Karnataka has full control over the hills now you can see beautiful flowers and unique trees which are not easily found in the city. The climate on top is very pleasant and usually rains every day.

The mornings are the best where you can enjoy the misty sunrise with hot tea and steaming hot pakodas .

Unexplored areas

There is also a 1300 old Nandi temple which is restricted for tourist now and truly this place is mystical. There is a small pond and a garden which is now restricted for tourists and both the places look enchanting.

Nehru nilaya

Nehru Nilaya is bungalow named after the first prime minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru as he had stayed at this place for some time.
Nehru Nilaya is now converted into a guest house. No one can enter inside the building but you can click pics as we did.

Nandi Station and Village

Posted on March 26, 2021 by harrytinkers

Nandi station

Ever thought of spending a day at Nandi hills, what we would suggest is to stay overnight and enjoy the sunrise next morning.

However today we would not be telling about Nandi Hills but a heritage place near Nandi Hills which is Nandi Station

We were extremely lucky to have witnessed a different side of Nandi hill. People generally go there to visit the gardens, enjoy the nature, sunrise and sunset.

There is a less explored place near Nandi hill which is the Nandi Station and is equally beautiful and unique as the hills. Before you start climbing the hills there is deviation towards the station and its at the foot of Nandi hills. Its pristine, secluded and beautiful

Nandi old railway station is almost 18 kms away from the Hills and it’s an isolated place. There are only very few trains which stops at this station. Recently this station has turned 105-year-old and it was built during British era in 1915.

This station was a part of Bengaluru and Chikballapur,light railway line which include four stations namely- Doddajala, Avathihalli, Nandi Halt and Devanahalli,

We also got to board the train which stops just for a minute in this station.

This station is recognised among the “Heritage stations of India”. The station has still preserved its colonial architecture and has been converted from light railways to broad gauge railway line now.

We happen to visit this beautiful place for our post wedding photo shoot. Lucky us. We would have never explored this place otherwise.

This place is completely uninhibited and is situated near the vineyards. Its surrounded with Eucalyptus trees and has a prominent banyan tree at the side entrance.

We also roamed about in the nearby village and it was super serene and beautiful.

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Devanahalli Fort

Posted on March 5, 2021 by harrytinkers

Devanahalli fort is 35 kms away from the main city of Bangalore. The was initially built with mud and later made with stone by Hyder Ali to its current preserved structure now. As its very close to the place where Tipu sultan was born, this site is considered to be heritage by Archeological survey of India.

Devanahalli earlier known as Devanadodda, was found by relative of Kempe Gowda (founder of Bangaluru). The fort is spread across 20 acres, well now it beholds smaill town.

Its sounds like a movie scene: when we look at the fort wall from outside, we would imagine how grand it would have been once upon a time. As soon as you cross the small fort opening, feels like a tunnel, you will witness a magnificent temple.

This city is full of temples one after another, now this should be renamed as city of temples. This town looks very ancient because of these temples like Venugopalaswamy temple , Siddalingeshwara temple and Sarovaranjaneya temple.