Nandi Hills
Nandi Hills
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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This was once the summer retreat of Tipu Sultan. It’s a good place for hiking and birding. The hill also has temples dating back to the Chola period. It gets extremely crowded on weekends. The hills offer great views of the surroundings, though.
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bhagyashree p
Pune, India527 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Nandi Hills is an hour or two drive from the city, giving the perfect weekend gateway stop. An attraction enjoyed by everyone, has become popular one-day outing destination. It is overly crowded on weekends, so if possible visit on a weekday. The best time to visit is either for a sunrise which gives a mesmerizing view or sunset where you can ideally sit and watch the sun going down.
There is a car park point from where you need to walk upto the hills. It has a lush green garden to walk thru, if with kids they would definitely enjoy. There is a palace in between which is restricted from entering but is pretty good. It was known as Tipu Sultan's resting place, maybe turned into a hotel now not sure.
The place also has an ancient temple which feels so calm n peaceful inside, as you step out you see this beautiful scenery. We visited during sunset enjoyed watching the sun go down while clicking some pictures.
The place also has food joints, so you can relish on some delicacies but be careful about the monkeys wandering around. They snatch everything. We enjoyed eating dosa, bhel, corn, pakoda with some nice hot tea and coffee.
Definitely an evening well spent.
There is a car park point from where you need to walk upto the hills. It has a lush green garden to walk thru, if with kids they would definitely enjoy. There is a palace in between which is restricted from entering but is pretty good. It was known as Tipu Sultan's resting place, maybe turned into a hotel now not sure.
The place also has an ancient temple which feels so calm n peaceful inside, as you step out you see this beautiful scenery. We visited during sunset enjoyed watching the sun go down while clicking some pictures.
The place also has food joints, so you can relish on some delicacies but be careful about the monkeys wandering around. They snatch everything. We enjoyed eating dosa, bhel, corn, pakoda with some nice hot tea and coffee.
Definitely an evening well spent.
Written March 19, 2020
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VikasBhansail
Bengaluru, India115 contributions
Mar 2021
Most people line up there to see the beautiful sunrise with splendid valley view, but I want to avoid the crowd so went in the afternoon and enjoyed a sunset with family. Other reviews might already be covering about what is there to see and do so not covering that as part of this review. Driving up is not that difficult, even for me this was first time "ghat" drive. You can see lot of monkeys on the way and great valley views. On reaching top there are two options. Either you can park your car in the outer parking and take the walk further up, or you can drive further up to the upper level parking and reduce your walk. Difference is in the charges, taking car up will cost you more. However I got a great place to park (just before upper level parking there are couple of arches made for the sunset view, if crowd is not there you are in luck) as I was early for sunset so we just stood outside the car and enjoyed the sunset. Work of caution : too many monkeys there so be careful with food items as they tend to snatch them. View of sunset is breathtaking. There are nice and clean washrooms near the outer parking and also some at the top. There is a garden, few temples, caves on the top as well, however my objective was only to enjoy sunset so did not explore them.
Written March 17, 2021
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Megha Thomas
Hyderabad, India14 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Nandi Hills, Karnataka – a slice of heaven for all you nature buffs out there! Seriously, if you haven't caught the sunrise and sunset vibes here, you're missing out on life's ultimate Instagram-worthy moments. Picture this: the sun doing its majestic rise and fall, painting the sky with colors that'll blow your mind. 😍
And oh boy, let's talk about that sunrise game. The way the first light creeps in, revealing the landscape below, it's like magic unveiling right before your eyes. 🌅 And sunsets? Don't even get me started! You'd think the sky turned into a canvas, with every shade of orange, pink, and purple you could imagine.
But hey, heads up: this place isn't a hidden gem anymore. That gate swings open at 5:30 am, but folks start queuing up from a wild 3 in the morning! Yeah, the hype is real, my friend. But trust me, it's all worth it.
And did I mention the small trek? It's like nature's way of saying, "Hey, earn these breathtaking views!" You hike up a bit, and BAM – the whole world just opens up in front of you. It's like a giant reward for taking a leisurely stroll. 🚶♂️
So, if you're down for stunning sunrises, mind-boggling sunsets, and a place that'll make your heart race with nature's beauty, Nandi Hills is where you need to be. Don't miss out – Mother Earth really showing off here! 🌄🌿
And oh boy, let's talk about that sunrise game. The way the first light creeps in, revealing the landscape below, it's like magic unveiling right before your eyes. 🌅 And sunsets? Don't even get me started! You'd think the sky turned into a canvas, with every shade of orange, pink, and purple you could imagine.
But hey, heads up: this place isn't a hidden gem anymore. That gate swings open at 5:30 am, but folks start queuing up from a wild 3 in the morning! Yeah, the hype is real, my friend. But trust me, it's all worth it.
And did I mention the small trek? It's like nature's way of saying, "Hey, earn these breathtaking views!" You hike up a bit, and BAM – the whole world just opens up in front of you. It's like a giant reward for taking a leisurely stroll. 🚶♂️
So, if you're down for stunning sunrises, mind-boggling sunsets, and a place that'll make your heart race with nature's beauty, Nandi Hills is where you need to be. Don't miss out – Mother Earth really showing off here! 🌄🌿
Written August 17, 2023
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Lak
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Apr 2022
Dirty hills and you need to pay multiple times to enter Nandi hills
1.Hill entry fee for car
2. Hill bus fee 25rs for 1 KM oneway (most expensive ticket per mile in India)
3. Hill Walking fee but no receipt
4. Slipper or Shoes 5 Rs per pair but no receipt near the temple
5. They don't allow water bottles but they charge and force you to buy plastic bottles and sell tap water.
6. Trash everywhere and area not clean.
7. Horrible hotel food in Nandi hills
1.Hill entry fee for car
2. Hill bus fee 25rs for 1 KM oneway (most expensive ticket per mile in India)
3. Hill Walking fee but no receipt
4. Slipper or Shoes 5 Rs per pair but no receipt near the temple
5. They don't allow water bottles but they charge and force you to buy plastic bottles and sell tap water.
6. Trash everywhere and area not clean.
7. Horrible hotel food in Nandi hills
Written April 11, 2022
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SMLikestoTravel
Bengaluru, India391 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
We visited on a weekend in the afternoon, around 1 pm. We got a place to park our car and then boarded the bus that takes you to the top of the hills. The view in the afternoon is not so bad, maybe not as nice as it would be at sunrise or sunset. It was crowded at the top but not too bad to ruin our experience.
There are a lot of monkeys near all the food stalls so buy something at your own risk.
Overall, definitely worth a visit one time. Not sure how it would be early morning. Have read and heard from folks that planning to visit at sunrise is tough…need to reach very early to get entry and very crowded and chaotic. So, did not attempt that ourselves. If someone is really keen on having that sunrise experience without much hassle then probably overnight stay at one of the properties at the top can be a good option
There are a lot of monkeys near all the food stalls so buy something at your own risk.
Overall, definitely worth a visit one time. Not sure how it would be early morning. Have read and heard from folks that planning to visit at sunrise is tough…need to reach very early to get entry and very crowded and chaotic. So, did not attempt that ourselves. If someone is really keen on having that sunrise experience without much hassle then probably overnight stay at one of the properties at the top can be a good option
Written January 20, 2023
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Deepika
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Sep 2021 • Friends
It is closed. please dont go until u read any recent review. we went and saw it was closed, many people like us were unaware that it is closed. we were highly disappointed, then went to hogganakal falls which was also closed but got other way to get to the river where we enjoyed boating
Written October 6, 2021
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Akapoor_Traveller
Bengaluru, India240 contributions
Oct 2020 • Family
The place is around 2 hrs drive from Bangalore city. I found this place a bit too hyped. One has to start at 4 am to view the sunrise at Nandi hills, to my surprise there were so many people just at the foot hills that they closed the check post to go up the hill. The traffic jam was for about two hours. I came to know that they allow vehicles to go up at 8 am. This has happened after Corona lock down. I will suggest that you confirm the timings before embarking on this trip. Once, at the top, one can get good views from top, a garden, a temple and some places to eat. Won' t rate this place too high.
Written October 3, 2020
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bharat b
Bengaluru, India22 contributions
Feb 2022 • Solo
I have seen few images of Nandi hills and that attracts me to explore that place.
I always take public transport as my first priority and it's worthwhile.
When you want to go away from your day to day life, this is the prefect place to explore with family and friends. Easy access to place like this. It could be road trips via bike, car and public transport as well.
An entry for nature lover to wild life, covering green trees all around and trekking to top of the hill. On reaching to the top, a view will change your mind and refresh energy. Sky cover with full of clouds, land cover with lakes and eyetesting to watch as far as you can.
Top of the hill covers sunrise to sunset. Time passes away like a flash of light while watching and enjoy the view. A flow of wind keeping you energized and clouds like touching your feet.
Sunset is like sun playing hide and seek with clouds. Red and orange light reflection from lakes. Sky and clouds full of mixture of red and orange colour.
A solo trip to Nandi Hills.
I always take public transport as my first priority and it's worthwhile.
When you want to go away from your day to day life, this is the prefect place to explore with family and friends. Easy access to place like this. It could be road trips via bike, car and public transport as well.
An entry for nature lover to wild life, covering green trees all around and trekking to top of the hill. On reaching to the top, a view will change your mind and refresh energy. Sky cover with full of clouds, land cover with lakes and eyetesting to watch as far as you can.
Top of the hill covers sunrise to sunset. Time passes away like a flash of light while watching and enjoy the view. A flow of wind keeping you energized and clouds like touching your feet.
Sunset is like sun playing hide and seek with clouds. Red and orange light reflection from lakes. Sky and clouds full of mixture of red and orange colour.
A solo trip to Nandi Hills.
Written February 15, 2022
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Rajini Kumar A
2 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Im basically from Yercaud Hills, TN.
Last saturday I just planned to visit Nandi Hills for the first time.. I was so excited by seeing those hills covered with mist.. once I reached the top I got soo frustrated by knowing that entrance fee is 175rs for car.. it's not at all worthy..
Yercaud is an tourists spot where they charge 40rs for car.. here its nothing to explore more than 2hours.. 175rs is way too much..
I will never visit nandhi Hill's again in my.life..
Last saturday I just planned to visit Nandi Hills for the first time.. I was so excited by seeing those hills covered with mist.. once I reached the top I got soo frustrated by knowing that entrance fee is 175rs for car.. it's not at all worthy..
Yercaud is an tourists spot where they charge 40rs for car.. here its nothing to explore more than 2hours.. 175rs is way too much..
I will never visit nandhi Hill's again in my.life..
Written January 4, 2020
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Mrs seshan
Mumbai, India11 contributions
Jan 2022 • Couples
Few things one must be aware of is that there are people out there who will over charge u n loot tourist. The people at the car park ask for tips when u leave although car park charges are included in entry ticket price of Rs 150 when u enter the main gate. Also the shops who sell tea n drinks they too look at tourist and quote different prices for tea and when u buy couple of things from them they will quote any price do ask price for each item they are also cheats. The guide out there agreed on 150 rs n at the end becoz there was no internet n we paid cash n had no exact change he took 400 from us saying he is poor with kids so want more . So don't get cheated when u go there keep exact change n be alert .
Written January 27, 2022
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Global11034214131
Madanapalle, India
How to reach madanapalle to nandi hills train or bus
Written March 7, 2023
you need to come to bangalore first, there are many ways to go from there like travel agents, rental bikes and cars, cabs ,etc
Written April 25, 2023
Can I visit nandi hills tomorrow. Can we take tickets on the spot to visit nandi hills or should I book tickets in online
Written October 31, 2022
You can visit anyday. Entrace ticket is available at the gate. If you are looking for a cottage there you might need to check availability at KSTDC website.
Written November 1, 2022
tell me the timings of avialability of buses from nandi hills to chikbalapur
Written August 16, 2022
Can we go to Nandi tomorrow (weekend), Not able to book online tickets (Says software in upgrade from quite some days)
Written July 15, 2022
Roshan Raj
Bhubaneswar, India
I haven't got passes for nandi hills. Can I visit there without it or can I get it there itself?
Written July 8, 2022
No need of passes to visit Nandi hills.
Any you can visit only in weekdays...they won't allow you there on Saturdays and Sundays
Written July 9, 2022
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