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Bengaluru is the city which is a perfect Amalgamation of Spirituality, Serenity, Modernity and Spirituality amidst Glorified nightlife and luxury resorts and hotels. The place has all in abundance right from career opportunities to chilling gateways. Below are the top 10 week-long holidaying gateways around Bangalore that gives Bangalorian a quick gasp of relaxation from their hectic lifestyles:

Bannerghatta National Park
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Bannerghatta National Park
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One of the Richest Natural Zoological reserves which is well known for providing shelter to Lions, Tigers and many more mammals is just 22 Kms away from Bangalore and is spread across 104 sq Kms. It can be the best gateway around Bangalore if you like animals. Considered as one of the exhilarating weekend gateways, it maintains a Butterfly Park, Zoo and a Biological reserve. Isn’t fascinating?

Badami
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Badami
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This brilliant conceptualization by Chaulkya Empire displays a brilliant Architectural work in the form of red sandstone cliffs and rock-cut Cave Temples. Carved mostly between 6th and 8th centuries, the place marks a great Historical relevance. Badami Fort is a major tourist attraction which lays opposite Badami Caves Temples. There are 4 caves here dedicated to Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu and Jain Tirthankaras. Approximately 510 Kms away from Bangaluru, the place reflect dominance in its architecture from Buddhism, Hinduism and Janism.

Mysore
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Mysore
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Approximately 18 Kms away from Bangaluru, Mysore is one of the flamboyant places that is glorified with its royal heritage. Bustling markets, cosmopolitan culture and magnificent monuments serves you some of the great hang-out places within this quaint city. Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion, Chamundi Hills, Mysore Palace, Brindavan Gardens, Mysore Zoo , Srirangapatna Falls and Lalitha Palace are some of the exotic places here worthy exploring.

Puttaparthi
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Puttaparthi
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This spiritual site is well known for an Ashram by Baba Prasanthi Nilayam. Best place for week-long holiday around Bangalore. Located at Andhra Pradesh, the place is approximately 160 Kms away from Bangaluru and has significant temples and mosques. For those who believe in spiritual energies can find no best destination for holiday around Bengaluru besides this place. Sathyabhama Temple, Hanuman Mandir and Village Mosque are some of its prominent places that deserve visits from every tourist here.

Hassan
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Hassan
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Known for its intrinsic architectural and illustrious temples, the city dilates its traditional hues from Jainism. Discovered in 11th century by Holysaya Dynasty, it is approximately 190 Kms away from Bengaluru. Two temples – Hoysaleswara and Chennakesava are the major tourist attractions here. It is worth notable that the finest temples here are dedicated to the Lord Shiva by the later monarchs.

Ooty
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Ooty
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One of the famous Hill station across India, well known for its pleasant whether and quixotic escapes. Suspire fresh air away from the city’s hustle and bustle. Surrounded by several scenic lakes, the place boasts the sheer spectrum of greenery. Doddabetta Peak, Emerald Lake, Mukurthi National Park and Kamaraj Sagar Dam are major places that attracts tourist globally here. Don’t forget to enjoy The Toy Train Ride from Ooty to Coonoor.

Hospet
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Located on the banks of Tungabhadra River, this prominent archaeological site is the reflection of medieval hues of Vijayanagara Empire. One of the major tourist attractions here is Anantashayana temple of Anantashayana Gudi. Just 6 Kms away from the city, tourist also like to pay a visit at Tungabhadra Dam. The city has been quite commercialized but the ancient traces here still makes it a tourist hotspot.

Bandipur National Park
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Bandipur National Park
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With a spanning area of 874 sq. Kms, this Nilgiri Biosphere reserve is home to fauna including Leopards, Tigers, sloth Bears, Indian giant Squirrels and Gaurs. Explore a morning safari here to get into nature’s lap. Plenty accommodation options are available here that will make your holidaying experience mesmerizing amidst whispering sounds of woods. Jeep Safaris and Elephant Safaris are the two Exotic experiences here that make it popular among tourists. You can also locate red-headed vultures, different Species Eagles, Flower Peckers etc. as interesting Bird Species here.

Wayanad
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Wayanad
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Considered as God’s own county, Wayanad in Kerela known for its lush Greenery, Mountain solemnity, Lakes and Spice Gardens. You may call it one of the most exotic holidaying option that let you play amidst nature deep. Explore the indigenous culture of India with the presence of several tribes here that makes it more attractive as a tourist destination.

Coorg
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Coorg
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With its gurgling waterfalls and streams, the place has a normal climate throughout the year. Just kms away from the Bangalore Talakaveri (origin of River Kaveri), Iruppa Falls, Nagarhole, Omkareshwara Temple, Abbey Falls, Nisargadhama are the major tourist places here. Bylakuppe is a Buddhish Golden Temple that represents Tibetan Culture here is one of the tourist hot-spot.

Steer your weekends away from a tech-savvy trumpets and explore any of these hidden hues to have a mesmerizing holidaying experience!