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Bangalore has some great places for a quick getaway, whether you're a local Bangalorean or a visitor passing through the city.

From Bannerghatta National Park with its zoo, butterfly park, safari and biological reserve; to Shivanasamudram for its cascading waterfalls. From hill station Devarayanadurga; to Ramohalli with its historic big banyan tree spread over 4 acres. From Shivaganga hill for trekking and mountain climbing; to Channapatna for its colourful native wooden toys. From Mekedatu with the scenic river Cauvery; to Kolar Gold Fields, the famed erstwhile gold mines of India. Explore, experience, enrich!

PEARL VALLEY

A tranquil picnic spot with waterfall, rocks and a pool. Distance: 44 km Location: Anekal

Best time to visit: Aug-Nov

RAMANAGARAM

Famed for its rock formations where the cult film Sholay was shot. Great for rock climbing.

Also a silk centre. Distance: 50 km Location: Bangalore-Mysore Highway

Best time to visit: Oct-Mar

CHANNAPATNA

Crafts village hub for indigenous wooden toys, lacquerware and silk.

Distance: 60 km Location: Bangalore-Mysore Highway Best time to visit: Oct-May

MEKEDATU

A narrow gorge through which River Cauvery passes. Enjoy trekking, coracle rides and waterfalls. Distance: 90 km

Location: Kanakapura (towards Sangama)

Best time to visit: Aug-Jan

SHIVANASAMUDRAM

Picturesque waterfalls cascading 90 meters down. Source of Asia's Second Hydro Electric Power Station called Shimsa. Distance: 129 km

Location: Skirts Cauvery wildlife sanctuary

Best time to visit: Jul-Sept

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