SIDDHARA BETTA NEAR TUMKUR

SIDDARA BETTA
Siddara Betta near Tumkur is a preferred spot for caving.There is even a temple located inside a cave,right at the top of the hill.There are climbs and descents which make the entire trip enjoyable,one also needs to be prepared to get elbows and knees dirty as well.However one can clean up with a bath in herbal water,which is believed to possess medicinal qualities and has curative powers .The water has to be purchased,it is sold by the bucket.Surprisingly, explorers emerge dry from the cave despite the bath.

GOPALASWAMY BETTA GUNDLUPET-MYSORE

The Gopalaswamy temple was built by king Chola Ballala during AD 1315.A lake is situated near the temple and is popularly called Hamsatirtha.It lies in the core area of the Bandipur National park and is frequented by wildlife including elephants.The place is also known for its picturesque views of the surrounding hills and valleys.Tourists are allowed in the hills only between 6 am to 5pm.Overnight stay is not allowed.There is a forest department guest house on the top of the hill,which can be reserved in advanced through the forest office in Mysore or Bandipur.The hill is located in Chamarajanagar district,70 km away from Mysore,at a height of 1454 km from the sea level
Nearby places are Nanjungud,Mysore,Ooty
our reader Praveen ram writes


Dearsir please correct the information in your blog about the timing entry is permitted between 8.30 Am to 4.30 Pm only apart ffrom religious significance it also an vital wildlife habitat

Regards
praveen ram

KARANJI ANJANEYA TEMPLE BASAVANGUDI BANGALORE

KARANJI ANJANEYA TEMPLE BASAVANGUDI BANGALORE