A travel blog about my experiences in travel and treks
Krishnagiri district is home to several hill forts. Over the past few years, I have been exploring this region with the goal of climbing all the Baramahal forts. In fact, I visit Krishnagiri so often for trekking that my family … Continued
Weekend hikes are always a good way to take a break from city life. When my family suggested going on a short trek, I started looking at a few nearby places and soon zeroed in on Musattu Malai, a hill … Continued
Thattakal Fort is one of the historic “Baramahal” forts in the Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu. Built on a steep, forest-covered hill, it is often considered one of the toughest forts to explore in this region. What makes it even … Continued
Krishnagiri district in Tamil Nadu is home to several hill forts that once formed an important defensive network in this region. I have been exploring and climbing many of these fort hills for some time now — including Krishnagiri Fort, … Continued
Dolmens are prehistoric megalithic tombs that served as burial chambers for important individuals. Dating back to the Neolithic and Bronze Ages, they usually consist of two or more upright stone slabs topped by a massive capstone. What’s fascinating is that … Continued
I have been going on several day trips to the Hosur–Krishnagiri district in Tamil Nadu. The main attraction is the countless hills and forts scattered across the area. Friendly locals and fewer hassles from officials are another reason I enjoy … Continued
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 … Continued
Periyamalai is a massive hill near the town of Krishnagiri, with a temple perched at its summit. The trek to the top is challenging but manageable for anyone with reasonable fitness. It offers a mix of rocky climbs, forest trails, … Continued
Every time I travelled along the Bengaluru–Krishnagiri highway, I couldn’t help but admire the huge hill with a fort on top. As someone who loves trekking, I always wanted to climb it but kept postponing. Since summers here are hot … Continued
Penukonda, a historic town in Andhra Pradesh, is located on the Bengaluru–Anantapur highway. With a rich history, Penukonda served as the capital of the Vijayanagar Empire from 1565 AD to 1592 AD, after the fall of Hampi. My Previous Visit … Continued