Det bästa av Nandi Hills och Lepakshi på en dag
Beskrivning
I denna guidade dagstur kommer vi att utforska en mängd fascinerande platser från olika epoker. Dessa inkluderar gamla hinduiska tempel, medeltida vallar och befästningar, en över 800 år gammal helig tamarindlund – en av Indiens få kulturarvsplatser för biologisk mångfald och en keramikverkstad. Frukost och lunch ingår i priset.
Turalternativ
Resplan
"Från första början vill vi att du ska veta att detta är den mest omfattande Lepakshi och Nandi Hills turné som finns, och erbjuder en oöverträffad samling av platser och upplevelser. Till skillnad från andra turer besöker vi alla platser som listas, så att du ser allt – inte bara ett fåtal utvalda platser. Vi tror att mat är en viktig del av att uppleva Indiens rika kultur, vilket är varför vi börjar dagen tidigt och tar en omväg från motorvägen till ett traditionellt matställe känt för sin autentiska lokala frukost. Här kommer vår kunniga guide att leda dig genom en härlig kulinarisk resa och introducera dig till de smaker som definierar denna region."
Nandi, den vördade tjuren, fungerar som både fordonet och hängiven lärjunge till Lord Shiva. Nandi-statyn vid Lepakshi-templet är verkligen extraordinär och står som världens största monolitiska Nandi, prydd med intrikata sniderier i ornamental granit. Trots 500 år av exponering för elementen har denna magnifika staty och dess fridfulla uttryck förblivit imponerande välbevarade och förkroppsligar en bestående känsla av hängivenhet och konstnärlighet.
Veerabhadra Swamy Temple ligger inbäddat i den pittoreska staden Lepakshi och är ett extraordinärt bevis på det mäktiga Vijayanagaraimperiets konstnärskap och storslagenhet. Templet grundades på 1530-talet av två bröder som styrde denna region och har flera unika utmärkelser i Indien. Här finns landets största ormskulptur, den största handmålade fresken och den imponerande Nandi-statyn – den största i sitt slag. Till dess lockelse hör templets berömda "hängande pelare", ett underverk som har fascinerat besökare i århundraden.
Bhoga Nandishwara Temple har anor från 800-talet och är det äldsta templet i Bangalore-regionen och en av Karnatakas äldsta helgedomar. Den är tillägnad Lord Shiva och har tre distinkta helgedomar åt den mäktiga gudomen, tillsammans med helgedomar åt hans gemål, gudinnan Parvati. Under århundradena utvecklades templet från sin blygsamma början, expanderade av successiva imperier som styrde detta land fram till 1500-talet. Varje imperium lämnade ett outplånligt avtryck, vilket berikar dess skönhet och betydelse. Med vår kunniga guide dyker du in i templets skiktade historia och upptäcker de fascinerande berättelserna bakom varje sten och ristning.
"Vår resa tar oss sedan till Nandi Hills, den högsta punkten i Bangalore-regionen. Nandi Hills omges av naturens lugn och erbjuder fantastisk panoramautsikt, vilket ger en uppfriskande kontrast till vår tur. Här hittar du ett gammalt fort och frodiga landskap som en gång fungerade som en sommar reträtt för britterna och värd anmärkningsvärda personer, inklusive Mahatma Gandhi. Denna natursköna oas inbjuder dig att fördjupa dig i dess historia, skönhet och lugnet i dess höga höjder."
Nallur Tamarind Grove har utmärkelsen som Indiens första utsedda kulturarv. Denna uråldriga lund grundades på 1200-talet och är hem till flera hundra tamarindträd, vart och ett med fascinerande egenskaper. Vissa träd här har antennrötter och trädsugare som har vuxit till distinkta, separata träd. Anmärkningsvärt nog är många av dessa tamarindträd över 400 år gamla – dubbelt så långa som den typiska livslängden i sitt slag – vilket gör denna lund till ett fängslande naturligt underverk och ett unikt studieområde för sin motståndskraft och biologiska mångfald.
Höjdpunkter
Vad som ingår
Upphämtningsplatser och tider
Hämtning och avlämning av hotell ingår för platser inom en radie av 13 km från tunnelbanestationen M.G. Road. Vänligen kontakta oss om du vill bekräfta om din upphämtningsplats faller inom detta område.
Resenärers betyg
Viktig information
- Kollektivtrafiksalternativ finns i närheten
- Spädbarn måste sitta i knät på en vuxen
- Rekommenderas inte för resenärer med ryggmärgsskador
- Rekommenderas inte för resenärer med låg kardiovaskulär hälsa
- Lämplig för alla fysiska konditionsnivåer
- Endast språk engelska
- Med gynnsamma väderförhållanden. Vid avbokning på grund av dåligt väder får du möjlighet att välja ett alternativt datum
- Vuxenpriser gäller för alla resenärer.
- Minsta ålder är 4 år
- Max 8 personer per bokning
- Klädkoden är smart avslappnad
- Rullstol ej tillgänglig
Recensioner(14)
I'm so thrilled to have booked Hidden Gems tours again to spend an amazing day touring incredible archaeological sites. My tour guide, Mr. Deenanath was a friendly and knowledgeable guide -- answering all my questions about what we were seeing and going into depth about the stories and ancient culture. He also kept me safe from cheeky monkeys who may try to steal a backpack or two! :P The Lepakshi Bull was so beautiful and serene, and being able to participate in two, still partially active temples was a wonderful experience. Lunch on top of the Nandi hills was delicious and the views simply could not be beat! I can't wait to return to India and experience more with Hidden Gems! Thankyou again Mr. Deenanath and Praveen!
I added this tour to my itinerary because I wanted to walk around the Nandi Hills a bit. What I got was a truly amazing, fun day! We started out with an outstanding dosa breakfast at a pleasant neighborhood spot. Once we talked about my interests, my guide suggested we start out by visiting the local potters (I am a ceramic artist) since they work in the mornings. I loved seeing the potters hand-build giant tandoors using more or less the same techniques I use, and seeing the various steps involved beginning from lakebed clay. We visited the Bhoganandishwara Temple and I learned about how it grew from the 9th century to today. In Lepakshi, we visited the Nandi Bull and Veerabhadra Temple, where among other things we saw stunning, well-preserved frescoes. Hearing that I enjoy spicy food, the guide took me for lunch at a good Telegu restaurant. We then tried to drive up to the Nandi Hills to take in the views. But the road was closed for construction and everyone (including several tour buses) was being turned back. Disappointed, we headed off, but the guide had an idea: if I wanted to see the views, he would lead me up the Nandi steps (the 19th century step route to the top). So we embarked on this adventure. Although I did not have enough water to get to the very top, we went up high enough to enjoy the views! Finally, we stopped to see the Nallu Heritage Tamarind grove to see the ancient tamarind trees, and headed home. What a day! Hidden Gems tours provided me with a lot of hidden gems that day, and I am very grateful.
A culturally fascinating tour into the countryside around Bangalore with a knowledgeable and engaging guide. Authentic!
Sculptural marvel of Vijayanagara empire belonging to 16 th century in Andhra. Well maintained Veera Bhadra -Siva - temple in a sprawling complex with several sculptures still in tact. Treat to eyes. Mystery pillar where bottom is free from ground also can be seen. Takes around one to two hours on a weekday. Pigged attractions like Jatayuvu on a hillock and single rock Nandi are in a different place. Recommended.
Our trip was fantastic and very memorable not only because of the extreme beauties of Bangalore region, but mainly because Praveen and Hidden Gems provided a customized service of exceptional quality. If you visit Bangalore, you will miss a lot if you not select Hidden Gem as your private tour provider.
We had an amazing day seeing the sites around Nandi Hills and Lepakshi! We visited several temples and saw some amazing sculpture and engineering in the temple designs. The great thing about this tour was the combination of visiting historical sites and being out in nature at the Nandi Hills---the perfect combination of cultural heritage and peaceful surroundings. I would definitely recommend the tour for anyone traveling to Bangalore.
If you want to get away from the city and experience the history and culture of India then book this tour. Yes, 6:30 is an early morning pickup, but the reward is to have the chance to spend the day with Praveen, who loves to share his extraordinary historical knowledge with you. The tour takes you out of the city and into the country in order to give you a truly off the beaten track experience. Praveen’s in depth commentary during the visit at the Lepakshi Temple made it easy for me to imagine what a pilgrimage to the temple would have been like for those who made the pilgrimage hundreds of years ago. In his quest to make certain his guests had the correct information, Praveen stopped to have a quick conversation with a temple priest to confirm that he had a piece of history right. Another part of the tour that I thought was valuable was the easy conversations that we had while travelling in the car. Praveen was happy to discuss any topic that I thought would give me a better understanding of his country. Among other things, we talked about economic development generally, the opportunities available to the youth of India, the electoral process, and engagement/marriage customs The Nandi Hills are beautiful, the views are breathtaking, the lunch was relaxing and the food was delicious. It was very hot during my visit in April, so we took the bus to the top of the hills. I was happy that Praveen knew about this option so that I experience the views without the stress of hiking in the heat. It’s easy for you to read the description of what you will see during the tour, but what you really need to know is that you will be cared for like a friend during your Hidden Gems Tour
My sister and I took this tour on our last day in India. This was our second tour with Praveen, we love travelling with him as our guide! It was a busy day on this tour. We hiked the Nandi Hills (my legs are still tired, but it was worth it!) for the beautiful vistas at the top. Afterwards, we visited a pottery workshop where we were able to make a pot each with the help of the owners. We saw the Nandi Bull statue next. After, we visited an active Hindu temple with the most intricate and beautiful carvings. We wrapped up at an amazing Tamarind Biodiversity Site. At every location, we learned the historic and cultural significance of the site. Each spot was interesting and beautiful, and was enriched by the knowledge we gained from Praveen. It was an amazing day, we are so glad that we booked with Hidden Gems!
This was a great tour. I was picked up from the hotel at 6:30am, and we stopped en route for a local breakfast. The Lepakshi temple and area was amazing and well worth the trip. We then called into the astonishing site of the Isha Foundation, before taking in another temple which was a brilliant demonstration of three different architectural styles as the temple was extended. We then went up to the Nandi Hills - and I do recommend the Nandi Hills wine, which was worth the extra cost. We sat by the window next to a stunning view of the plains below. The guide was knowledgeable and I thoroughly enjoyed the day.
The trip was great! Deepak is very knowledgeable and a gentleman. I had the best Dosa Masala I have eaten so far. As we were visiting Lepakshi, Deepak was explaining the rituals in the temple and the history behind it. Same as we walked through Nandi Hills. As a gift, all the trip is registered in 70+ photos Deepak took during the trip.
