Banerghatta National Park
 Another natural retreat to visit in Bangalore is the Banerghatta
National Park. Situated at a distance of approximately 11
kilometres from Bangalore, the park houses some of the exotic
species of flora and fauna. If interested, you can also
explore the nearby temples here. The Banerghatta National
Park is also a birdwatcher/’s paradise for it has more than
a thousand species of birds in it.
Big Banyan Tree
 As if the list above is not enough, mother nature seems
to have bestowed all her love to this garden city of Bangalore.
This is especially felt when you see the gigantic banyan
tree spread over almost three acres of land. It is situated
at a distance of about 28 kilometres west of Bangalore at
Ramohalli. You must not miss a visit to this place to have
a look at the tree.
Mekadatu
 The word Mekadatu literally means Goat/’s leap in the local
language. The name of the place has an interesting legend
related to it. According to the legend, the holy river Arakavathi
flows into a ravine narrow enough for a goat to leap across.
Hence the name Mekadatu. The river Arakavathi flows through
a deep gorge only to make the confluence with the river
Cauvery where you can also visit the Hindu temple of Lord
Sangameshwara.
Nandi Hill
 Situated at a distance of about 60 kilometres from the
city, Nandi Hill is a picturesque spot to visit. It is a
popular health resort for the people of the southern plains
of India, especially during summers. The shimmering lake
and the green valley is a treat to the eyes. This popular
summer retreat is located at an altitude of about 1,615
m above sea level. |
