Monday, 19 May 2014

KUDLU FALLS

So here is a place which you don't want to miss if you are visiting Mangalore or Udupi.
It is a beautiful falls situated in western ghats and is very popular among trekkers.
People visiting this place have to trek for 2 kms a midst a jungle and its really worth it.



Kudlu Falls
Too long to be captured by a lens.



View nea kudlu falls
Near the falls.



How to Reach?
Its better if one travels by private vehicles. You can reach Hebri from Mangalore or Udupi , from there locals will guide you to this falls.

Best Time
Soon after the rainy season or during the rainy season. But falls never goes dry and worth a try even during summer. Beware of leeches during the rains.

Mullayanagiri Hills

Mullayana giri is a hill present in Chikmaglur district.This is one of the beautiful place one should witness in their lifetime.

It is completely surrounded by the lush green hills and you could end up touching the clouds once you climb to the top of the hill.There is a small temple present over the hill.
There would be strong breeze on the top of the hill and you would love to stand against the wind and have nice pictures of yourself.
               Trekking is also permitted here and there are roads if you are too lazy to trek where you can take your vehicle to the top of the hill.The start point for the trekking is Sarpadhari which is around 15kms from Chickmaglur. Buses are available to this point.

Nearest Station: Chickmaglur.

View From the hill top



Scenic beauty you never want to miss


Sunday, 11 May 2014

Sakleshpur

About

Sakleshpur is a wonderful hill station in Hassan district. It isaround 240 km from Bangalore. This place is known for its Greenery and the beauty of nature. One of the Kannada's successful movie "Mungaru Male" was shot in and around Sakleshpur.

The Manjarabad fort is located in Sakleshpur. The fort was constructed by Tippu Sultan. The best time to visit Sakleshpur is during Winter. Avoid going there in rainy season as it is very difficult to visit places.

How to reach ?

In order to reach Sakleshpur, one has to reach Nelamangala. There after follow the NH48 towards Hassan district. It is approximately 50 km from Hassan district. It is very close from Mangalore ( approximately 150 km). It would take around 4 hours to reach Sakleshpur from Mangalore since it is ghat section.


Images


On the way from Bangalore to Sakleshpur



Manjarabad Fort


Manjarabad Fort