Places to visit on the way to Ooty from Bangalore

Located at an elevation of 7,440 feet in the Nilgiris Hills, Ooty, commonly known as the ‘Queen of Hills’, ranks among the most sought-after hill stations in India and is a key feature in Tamil Nadu tour packages. Ooty itself is well-known for its expansive meadows, lush forests, tranquil waterfalls, calming atmospheres, agreeable weather, vast grasslands, and delightful colonial architecture. Moreover, the journey from Bangalore to Ooty promises to create lasting memories with its breathtaking views of the Nilgiris, stunning nature reserves, the fragrance of tea gardens, and the gentle breeze at the magnificent Pykara Falls. As you leave the bustling city life of Bangalore behind and set off on your adventure to Ooty, you will encounter countless opportunities for exploration amidst tranquility. With valuable insights from travelers worldwide, I have meticulously compiled a list of the finest attractions to visit en route to Ooty that will delight your senses and ensure an unforgettable experience as part of Ooty packages from Bangalore.

Srirangapatna

Home to the famous Ranganathaswamy temple, Srirangapatna or Srirangapattana is a historical town located in the Mandya district of Karnataka. Known for its cultural, religious, and historic importance, it is one of the popular places of heritage in Karnakata, and among the top places to visit as part of the Mysore 2-day tour. Also, the monuments in the island town have been nominated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Besides Ranganathaswamy temple, Daria Daulat (Palace of Tippu Sultan), Gumbaz (Mausoleum of Tippu Sultan), Nimishamba Temple, Sangama, Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, etc., are some of the important places to visit as part of the Srirangapatna tour packages.

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Mysore

Popularly known as the ‘City of Palaces’, Mysore is one of the most famous tourist places in South India and among the must-visit places to experience Karnataka Tourism. Known for its heritage structures and palaces, the main highlight of the city is the majestic Mysore Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Chamundi Hills, Jaganmohana Palace, Mysore Zoo, Brindavan Gardens, Karanji Lake, etc., are some of the must-include places in Mysore tour packages. Besides, the city is also world famous for its Mysore Dasara which is celebrated 10 days every year with much fervor in the month of September or October, that lures millions of tourists from all over the globe.

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Nanjangud Temple

Situated on the banks of River Kapila, Shreekanteshwara Temple is one of the popular pilgrimage sites in Karnataka, and among the top places to visit on the way to Ooty from Bangalore. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple erected in Dravidian style architecture, has 125 feet tall Gopura along with the 7 gold kalashas . Also, the temple complex has minor shrines of Narayana with consorts, Chandikeswara, Parvathi, Natya Ganapathi and others. One of the best religious places to visit near Mysore, the temple is known for its “Dodda Jaathre”, a 3-day festival held every year by the end of March that draws thousands of tourists and devotees alike.

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Gopalswamy Betta

Perched at an altitude of 1,450 m, Gopalaswamy Betta is a majestic and lofty hill lying in the core area of the Bandipur National Park, among the best wildlife sanctuaries near Bangalore. Also called as Himavad Gopalaswamy Betta, it is the highest peak in the Bandipur National Park. Built by King Chola Ballala in 1315 AD, the hill is famous for the Gopalaswamy temple dedicated to Lord Krishna. Surrounded by hills, the place offers spectacular views of the sunrises and sunsets from the top of the hill that draws huge number of tourists. Also, it is one of the best places for trekking as part of Ooty tour from Mysore. The annual Car festival is the main event celebrated here for 7 days in the month of March / April every year.

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Bandipur National Park

Located on the Mysore-Ooty highway, Bandipur National Park is one of the most popular wildlife sanctuaries in Karnataka, and among the must visit places as part of Mysore wildlife packages. It was once the hunting grounds of the Maharaja of Mysore and was later established as a reserve in 1974 under Project Tiger. It is now a part of India’s biggest biosphere reserve called the ‘Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve’ together with Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu, Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary in Kerala and Nagarhole National Park in Karnataka. Covered an area of around 874 sq. km, the park is home to around 70 tigers, and over 3000 Asian elephants, as well as other animals like leopards, dhole, gaur, sloth bears, and a variety of birdlife. A jeep safari is one of the best things to do to witness the wildlife here as part of Bandipur tour packages.

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Mudumalai Wildife Sanctuary

Madumalai Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the famous wildlife sanctuaries in Tamilnadu, and among the best places to visit on the way to Ooty from Bangalore. It is situaited on Karnataka-Kerala border adjacent to Bandipur National Park of Karnataka and Muthanga Wildlife Sanctuary of Kerala. Established in 1940, it is the first sanctuary in South India and was declared as a National Park in 1990. Later, the Tamil Nadu state government declared Mudumalai to be a tiger reserve in April 2007. It is home to 21 species of amphibians, 50 species of fishes, 200 species of birds, 34 species of reptiles, and 50 species of mammals. It is one of the best places to visit as part of Ooty leisure packages.

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