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1. This was once the summer retreat of Tipu Sultan. It’s a good place for hiking and birding. The hill also has temples dating back to the Chola period. It gets extremely crowded on weekends. The hills offer great views of the surroundings, though.
2. A visit to Tipu’s Drop is bound to leave you with goosebumps. It is a steep rock that is located 600m above sea level. However, apart from the view and the climb, what is most remarkable about this cliff is that it was used by Tipu Sultan to punish his prisoners by tossing them from the top of the hill. Even though this place is safely fortified with fences and barricades now, it remains an intriguing attraction.
Best visiting time- 5.30am to 7.30am
Tickets fee
Adult-Rs 50.00
Camera- Rs 50.00
Car Parking - Rs 50.00
3. It is important to keep in mind that it becomes dark quite soon in Nandi Hills. The sun here sets by 6:00 pm, so if you are travelling with children or valuables, it is best to return before dark.
4. There is only one restaurant facility available atop the hill, hence it is at all times advised to carry personal snacking options.
5. Nandi Hills sees flocks of tourists here dutring the time of sunrise and sunset. The hues of red, yellow and orange cover the surroundings and make the hills look like surreal. Hence, it is at all times advised to visit the hills either during the early morning hours or as soon as the sun sets in the evening.
6. The Amrita Sarovar, or the Lake of Nectar, has been a source of fresh water for the people of Nandi Hills since time immemorial.
7. The nearest railway station is at Chikkaballapur (9km), and the nearest airport at Bangalore (58km), from where taxis are available to Nandi Hills. Buses are also available from Bangalore and most neighbouring cities. You could also hire a cab or self-drive as well.
Hop Inn Transit Hotel Bangalore
Hotel Address: No. 31, Vidyanagar Cross, Kempeyowda International Airport Rond, BANGALORE 502157
(Restaurant not available in this hotel)