About Bangalore
Chikmagalur to Bangalore distnce : 243 km
Estimated travel time : 5 hours
Chikmagalur to Bangalore is very popular route for tourists both from within and outside the country all year round. Apart from being the IT hub of the country and welcoming people from all over the world, Bangalore is also blessed with a salubrious climate and equally attracts history enthusiasts, nature lovers, night owls and everyone with a zest for holidays.
The city is crowned with various names like Garden City, The Silicon Valley of India, Pub City etc. Bangalore offers the greenery of Cubbon Park and the botanical garden of Lalbagh, the history and architecture of Bangalore Palace alongwith several craft breweries, eateries and pubs, busy business and commercial streets. It is also a central place or gateway to the most beautiful tourist places like Mysore, Coorg, Ooty etc. You can include these destinations in your trip with CabBazar.
Taxi from Chikmagalur to Bangalore is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Chikmagalur to Bangalore by car is well connected through NH75 and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Chikmagalur to Bangalore distance is 243 Km and is 5 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
Yagachi Dam - Built in 2001 is a popular visiting spot
Belur - Situated on the banks of the alluring river of Hassan is steeped in the Hoysala Architecture and is home to many temples and shrines showcasing that eraโs architectural workmanship
Halebeedu - Used to be the regal capital city of the Hoysala Empire in the 12th- 13th century is famous for its meaning โruined cityโ and used to be called Dwarasamundra, meaning entrance to the Ocean.
Ranganthittu Bird Sanctuary - several species of migrant birds on bank of river Cauvery
Srirangapatna - Tipu Sultanโs reign
Shettihalli Rosary Church - Known as the drowning church of Karnataka, is famous among photographers.
Gorur Dam - Named after famous Kannada literary personality called Gorur Ramaswamy Iyengar is a sight to behold and makes for a great picninc spot with a beautiful garden right next to it.
Shravanabelagola - Historic town located near Channarayapatna has the worldโs largest monolithic statue of Lord Gomateshwara making it one of the seven wonders of our country.
Manjarabad Fort - At a height of 3240 feet, Manjarabad is a beautiful star shaped fort built by Tipu Sultan in 1792.
Sri Chowdeshwari Temple - An ancient Hindu Temple located near Tiptur, the idol here is installed on anthill.
Begur Lake - You can spot 15 varieties of birds here.