Nandi Hills

There are many places to visit in and around Nandi hills for nature, history and adventure lovers. Check out the famous tourist spots in Nandi hills that are a must-visit. 

1. Grover Vineyards:

Dating back its establishment to 1988, Grover Vineyards have come a long way to be a prominent tourist spot in Nandi hills. The vineyard is spread across 400 acres of land and has been in the topmost list of the winemaking industry in India.  The Grover family have their three generations in the winemaking industry and manufacture some of the best-tasting wine in the country. It lies in the foothills of Nandi hills and considering the size of the yard, it is a pretty hard spot to miss.

2. The River Arkavati:

The heritage value of the Nandi hills is associated majorly with the Arkavati River. It is one of the prominent rivers flowing across Karnataka. The river originates from the Nandi Hills in the small district called Chikkaballapura in Karnataka. It further flows through Ramanagar and Kanakpura road and ultimately joins the Kaveri River. To understand the Nandi hills from a traditional point of view, you must visit the Arkavati River. The natural scenic beauty around the river offers a remarkable view to the visitors.

3. Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple:

Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple is a very famous temple located at the base of Nandi Hills. Dedicated to Lord Shiva and Pravati, this temple beholds the majestic beauty of Dravidian architecture. Nandeeshwara temple is the oldest temple of Karnataka and witnesses many devotees around the year. If you are visiting Nandi hills, a visit to this temple will enlighten the rich history and cultural heritage of the place. According to ASI, this temple is also referred to as a preserved monument of India.

4. Tipu's Summer Residence:

What is better than visiting an age-old Sultan’s summer resort amidst the lush green hills right? Tipu Sultan's summer residence is situated in Nandi hills. The palace was initially constructed by Haidar Ali but was later completed by Tipu Sultan. Sultan wished to use this residence as his summer house and visited the palace quite regularly every year. Tipu’s summer residence is also known as the Tashk-e-Jannat which literally means the envy of heaven. The architecture of the residence comprises stunning carved arches, pillars, painted walls and ceilings.

5. Tipu's Drop, Nandi Hills Overview:

Tipu's Drop is one of the oldest visiting places in nandi, located at a hilltop on a cliff which lies 600 m above the elevated ground. One gets a beautiful view of all the hill ranges from the hilltop. Yoganandeeshwara temple is a shrine that is located on the side of the hilltop and was built by the Chola kings. The top of the hilltop gives a panoramic view of nearby areas and is mostly covered with clouds all around. A perfect place for all nature lovers to admire the scenic beauty.