Summers always bring along with it, not just heat but also boredom. Instead of spending lazy days at home, you can always take short summer road trips from Bangalore. There are a lot of hills, waterfalls, and pilgrims near this city to enjoy and explore. With all the below-mentioned places just a few kilometers away, you can easily find yourself on short road trips from Bangalore.

Shivagange

Also known as Dakshin Kashi, this is a mountain peak near the Tumkur district. Since it is only about 70 km away, it is perfect for short summer road trips from Bangalore. The hill is shaped like a Shivalinga and has multiple temples along the hill. During the Sankranti festival, the wedding of Shri Gangadharehwara and Shri Honnammadevi is celebrated with great pomp. The peak will give you an amazing view of the surrounding landscapes.

This is a good place for all those who enjoy trekking. Wide steps have been built for a comfortable climb and railings are also placed at steeper heights. The hill is an attraction for a lot of monkeys. Therefore I would suggest remaining careful of the food packages if you don’t wish to share those with these mischief-makers.

Road Conditions: Well- maintained.

Food and Accommodation: Not available. You will have to arrange it yourself.

Nearest Petrol Pump: Tumkur.

Best Time to Visit: Shivagange could be visited all 12 months although monsoons are less recommended.

Nearby Travel Spot: Mekadatu, 60 km from Shivagange.

Antharagange

Another hill about 75 km from Bangalore, in the Kolar district means ‘The Ganges from the Deep’ in Kannada. Shri Kashi Vishveshwara temple on the hill has a rectangular pond filled with underground water. This water is considered sacred and the belief is that it cleanses one of the diseases. Antharagange has several caves which are popular trekking attractions. During summers, people also go for night explorations and set up tents nearby to make it a full-day trip from Bangalore.

Road Conditions: Well- maintained.

Food and Accommodation: Not available. You will have to arrange it yourself.

Nearest Petrol Pump: Kolar

Best Time to Visit: The ideal months to visit are from June to March.

Nearby Travel Spot: Gati Subramanya, 25 km from Antharagange.

Shivasamudara

125 km from Bangalore, Shivasamudara has tall waterfalls at river Kaveri which would leave you in awe of the beauty of nature. With green hills banking the sides of the river, it makes a breath-taking view. Furthermore, the sounds of the tumbling waters and soft drizzles sprinkling on your face feels so relaxing. End your day with the golden sunset, looking as if it has leached all the colours around it and is itself glowing with vibrancy.

Road Conditions: Well-maintained

Food and Accommodation: Not available. You will find some good restaurants and lodges in Maddur.

Nearest Petrol Pump: Kanakpur

Best Time to Visit: The perfect months for short road trips from Bangalore are from June to November.

Nearby Travel Spots: Narasipur, Sathanur Dam, and Hemagiri, 40 km away from Shivasamudara.

Devaryanadurga

Found you a perfect place for a short summer road trip from Bangalore. Situated 100 km away in the Tumkur district, you will find Devaryanadurga, The ‘Fort of the God’. Yoga Narasimha at top of the hill, Bhoga Narasimha at foothills, and small eateries along the way, you will be enjoying every minute there. Especially, if your photo gallery is empty, no problem. This place will surely give you some amazing Instagram-able shots.

Road Conditions: Well-maintained.

Food and Accommodation: Not available. The closest restaurants and hotels are found in Tumkur

Nearest Petrol Pump: Tumkur.

Best Time to Visit: It is good to go here all year round.

Nearest Travel Spots: Kairava, 20 km from Devaryanadurga.

Hogenakkal

Alternatively known as the Niagara Falls of India, Hogenakkal is 150 km away from Bangalore in the Salem district. The scenic view is stunning during the monsoons. But if you want to take a bath in the Kaveri river and go on a long boat ride, summers are the best. The summer occupation of the villagers is fishing, hence you will see lots of fresh fishes being sold. A few vendors would also cook the fishes for a fair price.

For short summer road trips from Bangalore, Hogenakkal falls could be added to the list.

Road Conditions: Well-maintained.

Food and Accommodation: Tamil Nadu Tourism has facilitated accommodation, but no restaurants are found in the village.

Nearest Petrol Pump: Dharmapuri.

Best Time to Visit: This spot remains open for tourists all year.

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