Sakleshapur – Karnataka

Photo credits :Dileep Kumar

Photo credits: Dileep Kumar

Sakleshapur is a hill station town in the Hassan district of Karnataka state nestled 3600 feet above sea level in the foot hills of Western Ghats. The area is known for its tall mountains, vast tracts of greenary enveloped in mist, endless expanses of coffee estates and picturesque sheep and cattle enjoying the grass in the warm sunlight. Continue reading

Skandagiri Hills – Karnataka

Photo credits: Dileep

Photo credits: Dileep

Skandagiri Hills is located near the town of Chickballapur, in the Indian state of Karnataka. Skandagiri Hills is very famous for its night trekking, and consequently, can be a trekker’s paradise during an evening with a full moon. Part of the allure of a Skandagari trek is with the high altitude one feels to be “walking above the clouds.”  Additionally, there is a small temple stationed on top of the hill that is worthy of a visit.   Continue reading