My family wanted to go on a short trek near Bengaluru. I scanned the area around Hosur (my favourite) and quickly found this hill – Sri Shiva Nanjudeshwara Temple, located on top of a hill. Since my nephew was also coming, I wanted to ensure it’s not super tough, and this hill ticked all those boxes.
Getting There
The drive to the base of the hill was uneventful. We had our breakfast at a hotel in Hosur town and then reached the base. The surroundings were beautiful – a small forest stretch and a hill. Monkeys seemed excited looking at us, but were quickly disappointed after realizing that we had no food items.
The Climb
The climb is straightforward – there are railings all the way to the top. It’s steep, and there are no steps. Since our bodies weren’t warmed up, we took some time to get into the rhythm.
It had rained heavily for the last few days. But thankfully, the rocks were dry on that day. The weather was pleasant, which made our trek easier.
A Midway Break
Midway, we came across a statue of Shiva and Parvathi. It was a perfect pit stop to sit and relax for a bit before continuing our climb.
The Summit
In about 30 minutes, we were at the top. Unlike the rocky terrain on the way up, the top of the hill was filled with many trees. We saw plenty of millipedes crawling around.
The temple was closed – it opens only on Mondays – but we spent a long time exploring the area. A huge rock at the edge of the hill caught our attention, and we spent quite some time there, just soaking in the view.
Descent and Reflections
Coming down was simple, though a bit hard on our knees. Overall, it was a wonderful trek that gave us some much-needed respite from the madness of Bengaluru!
Information and Tips
- The temple is open only on Mondays, but you can still trek on other days.
- Avoid trekking during rains – the rocks can be slippery and dangerous.
- If you’re planning a summer trek, go early – it gets really hot on the rocks by midday.
- There is ample parking space at the base of the hill.
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