Must-visit places near Bengaluru for Independence Day long weekend escape
The Independence Day long weekend is the golden opportunity for a professional, who gets it once in a blue moon, to escape from the daily grind of monotonous life. Luckily, if you are in Bengaluru, you can seize the moment to enjoy a mini vacation. There are many top attractions within a few hours' drive from Bengaluru to enjoy. Read further to know the best Independence Day long weekend getaway.
New Delhi: The Independence Day long weekend is the golden opportunity for a professional, who gets it once in a blue moon, to escape from the daily grind of monotonous life. Luckily, if you are in Bengaluru, you can seize the moment to enjoy a mini vacation in a short span. There are many top attractions within a few hours’ drive from Bengaluru to enjoy the mixed spirit of freedom on Independence Day, spirituality on Janmashtami and a regular weekend off on August 17.
From ancient temples, peaceful lakes, gorgeous waterfalls, and deep caves to museums, beautiful parks and gardens, to royal structures and palaces, there are many top attractions where you can relax and enjoy. If you love fun activities, there are multiple options like boat riding, bouldering, camping, zip-lining, quad biking, bird watching, enjoying golf, paragliding, relishing local cuisine, and exploring markets.
Best Independence Day long weekend getaways from Bangalore
Here are a few of the best Independence Day long weekend getaways from Bangalore for a short yet memorable escape. Read further to know more.
1. Nandi Hills
Places to visit: Nandi Hills include amazing places like Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple, Yoga Nandeeshwara Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, Amrita Sarovar or the Lake of Nectar, Brahmasharam cave near Nandi Hills, Muddenahalli Museum, Anjaneya temple, Nellikaya Basavanna, Anthargange, Baanathi Bande, and Nehru Nilaya.
Things to do: Paragliding, cycling or biking.
Luxury hotels: JW Marriott Bengaluru, Prestige Golfshire Resort and Spa, Mulberry Shades
Budget hotels: KSTDC Hotel Mayura Pine Top Nandi Hills, Sinchana Palace Hotel, Satya Anantham Eco Retreat, Nandi Kuteera
From Bengaluru (1 hr 41 minutes via Bellary Rd and Nandi Hills Rd and 2 hr 3 min via Doddaballapura Main Rd)
2. Mysuru
Places to visit: Some famous places to visit in Mysuru are Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hill and Temple, Mysore Zoo, St Philomena’s Church, and Jaganmohan Palace. Other notable locations include the Railway Museum, Brindavan Gardens, Karanji Lake and Park, Srirangapatna, and Devaraja Market.
Things to do: Leisure driving on Bangalore-Mysore road, enjoying delicious food at Kadamba Veg, relaxing at GRS Fantasy Park, relishing Mysore Pak and other cuisine, buying Mysore silk sarees, sandalwood products, and rosewood artefacts.
Luxury hotels: Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Fortune JP Palace, The Windflower Resorts
Budget hotels: Hotel Paradise, Hotel Garden City, Ginger Mysore
From Bengaluru (3.5 hours via NH275).
3. Coorg
Places to visit: In Coorg, there are many picturesque locations like Abbey falls, Iruppu falls, Chiklihole Reservoir, Harangi Dam, Honnamana Kere Lake, Madikeri Fort, Golden Temple or Namdroling Monastery, Omkareshwara Temple, and Talacauvery. Other important attractions are Dubare Elephant Camp, Raja’s Seat Garden, Mandalpatti viewpoint, natural island Nisargadhama.
Things to do: Leisurely walking or driving at coffee plantations such as Mercara Gold Estate, bird watching at Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary, trekking at Kumara Parvatha, and river rafting on the Cauvery River. Other fun activities are camping, zip-lining, quad biking, photography, and enjoying golf.
Luxury hotels: Taj Madikeri Resort & Spa, Coorg Wilderness Resorts & Spa, Coorg Marriott Resort & Spa
Budget hotels: Hotel Madikeri Heritage, Vintage Valley Home Stay, FabHotel Prestige Residency
From Bengaluru (5 hr via NH275 and NH 275).
4. Hampi
Places to visit: Top attractions in Hampi comprise Virupaksha and Vijaya Vittala temples, Lotus Mahal, Hemakuta and Matanga hills, ruins of the ancient city along Tungabhadra River, Royal Elephant stables, queen’s bath structure, underground Shiva Temple, Yantrodharaka Hanuman temple, and archaeological museum.
Things to do: Boat riding on Tungabhadra River, bouldering around Hemakuta Hill, Matanga Hill and near the Tiruvengalantha Temple, relaxing at Hippie Island, exploring the local market near the Virupaksha Temple.
Luxury hotels: Evolve Back, Heritage Resort Hampi, Welcome Heritage Shivavilas Palace
Budget hotels: Dream Paradise Hampi, Goutham Guest House & Restaurant, Lakshi Heritage Tourist Home
From Bengaluru (7 hr 27 min via NH 48 and NH 50; 8 hr via NH 44).
You love to travel, and here is the opportunity. So, plan well in advance, get immersed in divinity, and serene natural scenes during your Independence Day long weekend getaway.