Browse Through Happening Weekend Getaways in Karnataka

Aditi Paul [14/Aug/23] Going through a hectic routine for the entire week, following the repeated routine daily for month’s calls for some mind refreshments on the weekends. If you are in Karnataka, then it is much easier to determine and shortlist a few destinations for a rejuvenating weekend. If you have a long weekend then it can work wonders. Browsing several tour packages, you can plan an itinerary to enjoy a lovely time. Karnataka tourism primarily highlights heritage sites, national parks and wildlife tours. Other aspects of Karnataka tourism include hill stations, waterfalls, botanical gardens, forts and palaces.

Usually, people choose to visit nature-based exotic gems for a mental detox. Dotted with many such places in Karnataka, you have a lot to plan for an eventful weekend. These are some of the places you can choose for a weekend staycation.

1. Nandi Hills - If you are residing in Bangalore, Nandi Hills is the ideal place to visit around 60 km from the Silicon Valley of India. It is one of the most comfortable destinations to visit in summer due to its height of 4851 ft above sea level. The attractions to admire in Nandi Hills are Tipu’s Drop, Tipu Summer’s Residence, Nandi Temple, Yoga Nandeeshwara Temple, and Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple.

2. Nagarhole National Park - The 37th Tiger Reserve in India, the national park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. One of the prominent places of tourists’ interest, Nagarhole National Park shares the districts of Mysore and Madikeri. A Nagarhole Tiger Tour on a Jeep or Bus Safari will definitely turn your weekend into a thrilling one.

3. Mysore - The royal city exposes the royal history of eminent personalities. Silk sarees, sandalwood and yoga practices are famed components of Mysore. The Mysore Palace, which is declared as the UNESCO World Heritage Site is a must-visit place of the city. Other than the palace, you should also visit Shri Chamundeshwari Temple, Somnathapura Temple, Vrindavan Gardena and Mysore Zoo.

4. Dubare - If you are planning to engage yourself in something unconventional, then visit Dubare and head towards the Elephant Camp located near the Cauvery River. Enjoy rides in the camp by sitting on the back of the well-trained elephants. You can also indulge in bathing and feeding the elephants. Jeep safari is also available to wander in the Dubare Forest.

5. Chikmagalur - Chikmagalur is the coffee land of Karnataka and the name implies the Land of the Younger Daughter. Coffee was cultivated for the first time on the lands of Chikmagalur. Tall mountains, dense foliage and a serene environment accompanied by a perpetual aroma of coffee at an elevated height of 3400 feet gives a feel no less than a dreamland. Mahatma Gandhi Park, Coffee Museum, Mullayana Giri, Kudurekha Jamly, and Inam Dattatreya Peetha are some of the enticing spots of Chikmagalur.

6. Hampi - Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was once the capital of the ancient Vijayanagara Dynasty. Still there exist various remnants of the Vijayanagara Empire along with 1600 temples, memorials, architectural structures and monuments. The historical ruins are the predominant attraction of Hampi, which serves for perfect photogenic spots. Vijaya Vittala Temple, Monkey Temple, Queen’s Bath, Archeological Museum, Matanga Hill, Virupaksha Temple and Hippie Island are must-visit places.