Bannerghatta National Park - Best South-Indian Weekend Getaway

In the vicinity of Bangalore city just 22 km awaytemples which can be located around the park.
is a beautiful wildlife sanctuary called BannerghattaFrom the list of various temples the exotic
National Park. Established in 1978 this park isChampaka Dharna Swamy temple is very famous
spread over an area of about 104. 27 sq. km andamongst both the tourists and devotees.
surrounded by dense forests and scenic hills. TheSwarnamukhi pond which is also situated in the
atmosphere and the surroundings make this parkpark originates from the hills and its water is
an ideal choice for historians, naturalists, botanistsbelieved to have curative powers.
and wildlife buffs.Trekking: Another important tourist attraction at
Major Attractions.this park is trekking which covers Uddigebande,
Bangalore being the capital of Karnataka isHajjamana Kallu and Mirza Hills. Local as well as
amongst the most modern and cosmopolitantrekkers from abroad do frequent this place to
cities of India. Bannerghatta National Park being soexplore the dense forests and hilly terrains of this
close to the city attracts lots of tourists frompark.
India and around the world. This park beholds lotsWildlife Attractions
of varied attractions for its visitors and tourists.Bannerghatta National Park is home to various wild
Safari Tours: Lion and Tiger safari is one of theanimals like the great Bengal tiger, lions, bison,
major tourist attractions which are beingleopards and many more. Various species of deer
conducted by the forest department. On a safarican also be located in the secured fences inside
you get to explore the wildlife from close range.the park. Bird watchers will surely be delighted to
Wildlife safari gives an opportunity to study abouthave a glimpse of the vast variety of birds which
the natural habitat and behavior of various animals.frequent this park. Tourists get to explore the
Parks & Gardens: Apart from the safari tourwildlife from close range through the various safari
there are major attractions like Crocodile Farm,tours which are being operated on a regular basis
Butterfly Park, Zoological Garden and Snake Park.inside the park. Lion and tiger safari tour is one of
Zoological garden is surrounded by dense treesthe major attractions that are popular amongst
and you can enjoy nature walk in the deepthe tourist and visitors who visit this park. This
covers of these trees. The snake park has variedpark also acts as a refuge for elephants migrating
variety of snakes and you will surely be amazedbetween Eastern and Western Ghats. Moreover,
by the exquisite collection at the park. Thechildren and adults can also enjoy elephant rides
butterfly park also possesses some rare andand visit the reptile park, butterfly park and
exclusive butterflies which are worth watching.museum located inside the park.
Temples & Ponds: There are lots of ancient