90 Kms from Mysore & 230
Kms from Bangalore, the Biligirirangana range of hills are picturesquely
situated between the Cauvery & Kapila rivers. At a height of 5,091 feet
above sea level, this hill stretches from north to south for about 16 Kms.
All round are deciduous trees. And roaming amidst the long grass and tall
trees are animals. Plenty of them! So if you're looking for a cool time with
a little bit of wild excitement thrown in, welcome to B.R.Hills. Wake up to
the chirping of birds & humming of bees. Breathe in fresh, clean air. Take a
stroll through the sylvan surroundings. And let the cool breeze blow your
cares away.
Did you know that, wild elephants in a certain place get so annoyed with
white milestones that they literally deracinate them and fling them around
like a Frisbee? Well if you didn't know this, let me tell that this happens
in B.R. Hills. It is for this reason that here the milestones are painted in
yellow and green. Camp under a canopy of stars that shine brighter here.
This is one place where you can shrug off your worries, fill your lungs with
pure fresh mountain air and rejuvenate your soul. You are irresistibly drawn
to the enchanting forest. This is home to many species of wild animals like
Gaurs, Chitals, Sambhars, Bears, Elephants, Panthers and Tigers. Marvel at
the splendour of nature. Get richer with the little nuggets that naturalists
are always passing on. Climb over 150 steps or drive amidst spectacular
settings to get to the Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple.Situated at a height of
2,882 feet above sea level, Kunti Betta is historically associated with the
rule of 18th Century warrior king Tipu Sultan. The French troops had camped
in the region during Tipu's reign for strategic reasons. From the summit of
Kunti Betta, the visitors have a panoramic view of the backwaters of Tonnur
Kere.
Tonnur Kere: Popularly known as "Moti Talab'' or the Lake of Pearls,
Tonnur Kere is formed by an embankment carried across a gap between two
rocky hills, which stem the water of the Yadavanadi and other mountain
torrents.
The tank is not only used for cultivation of surrounding land, but is also a
fisherman's favourite haunt for the variety of fishes. Over the last few
years, several picnickers have been frequenting the lake for the experience
of boating in country-made boats (Theppas) as well. The locals from nearby
villagers are more than willing to take the visitors around the lake in
their country-made Theppas for a price.
Gosai Ghat: Gosai Ghat, on the banks of the Cauvery, in Srirangapatna
is located upstream of Sangama in Srirangapatna, where the two tributaries
of the Cauvery meet. Gosai Ghat is not only a preferred locale for shooting
song and dance sequences of regional films, but is also a favourite picnic
spot for urban dwellers. Gosai Ghat can be approached from a deviation to
the right taken along the route to the tomb of Tipu Sultan in Gumbaz from
Srirangapata town.
Sagarkatte: Another place of lesser-known tourist importance is
Sagarkatte, situated on the backwaters of the Krishna Raja Sagar reservoir.
The approach to Sagarkatte is through a road, which weaves through an
undulating and fertile terrain, affording scenic glimpses of the
breath-taking countryside.
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