Saturday 6 October 2018

Nandi Hill


Nandi Hills

Nandi Hills, or Nandidurg, is a hill fortress in the south Indian state of Karnataka. Tipu Sultan Fort, a summer retreat of the namesake 18th-century ruler, features stone carvings and wall paintings. Prisoners are said to have been thrown to their death from Tipu’s Drop, now known for its panoramic views. Local Hindu temples include the hilltop Yoga Nandeeshwara Temple, guarded by a huge statue of a bull (nandi).

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It is 60km far from Bengaluru. Hardly 2hr journey. Best visit in winter or post rainy season.
Best view in early morning around 5am to 6am.

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Here are some best shots on camera. Images are subjected to copyrights.

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Sun rise view point



 





Neharu Mahal

A palace on the top of Hill, that's Neharu palace. Where it has been used as a guest house but now it has has been shut down completely. No access to to interior of palace.



Tippu's Guest house 

It has been said that it was used by Tippu Sulthan during his visit to Nandi hills.

It was also used as tower to watch the entry of enemies.

Garden

Later on stages , it was made into tourist attraction. A garden was developed and maintained by Govt. of Karnataka.




 Tippu Drop

 Kalyani

There is a Kalyani above the hill. It was built for the pilgrimage. 

Access to the Kalyani has been restricted.

Arkavathi River Start point
It is said that River Arkavathi started from here same as Tala Kaveri. Now it has been completely stopped.

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