Weekend Getaways

Bangalore has no dearth of weekend getaways. The route to Mysore is a pleasant drive full of enterprising stops. There is the Wild West movie terrain of Ramanagara and the bloody history that unfolded in Srirangapatna, all stops en-route to the royal city. At Mysore, prepare to be enamoured by the imposing and ornate Mysore Palace, the residence of the Wadiyar kings. Other attractions include the sprawling Mysore Zoo. As part of your weekend trip, one can also drive to the breathtaking Brindavan Gardens, or head off to the top of Chamundi Hills to enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding plains. The great driving adventure can continue if one decides to venture into the untamed mountains of Coorg. Nagarhole National Park is the land of the tiger and other attractions in this fascinating district of Karnataka include the hill town of Madikeri and the Tadiyandamol peak. Coorg is also home to a distinct culture and cuisine. The famous pandi curry here can be the culinary highlight of this weekend adventure.