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Trekking to Brahmagiri Peak: An Unforgettable Adventure in the Western Ghats

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Tirunelli Temple(Brahmagiri peak in the background) Introduction Brahmagiri is a picturesque peak standing at 1608 meters above sea level, nestled in the heart of the Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary, between the Kodagu district of Karnataka and Wayanad of Kerala. It is one of the most popular trekking trails in Wayanad. Pakshipathalam another popular trek also starts from the same place. There are two main routes that can be taken to reach the peak of Brahmagiri. The first route starts from the beautiful Iruppu Falls, located in the Kodagu district of Karnataka. The second route starts near the ancient temple town of Tirunelli in Kerala, and offers a different perspective of the peak, with stunning views of the forested valleys and rolling hills along the way. Getting there and Accommodation During our trek to Brahmagiri, we spent the night at the KTDC Tamarind in Tirunelli, which is a budget hotel that offers basic amenities. However, there are also several resorts available at various
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Accidental Adventures: Trekking through Muthyala Maduvu/Pearl Valley

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Introduction Muthyala Maduvu/Pearl Valley is a popular tourist destination located just 40 km away from Bangalore(five kms from Anekal). Offering attractions such as a small lake, boating, and waterfalls, it's a great place for a weekend getaway. This is a very important elephant corridor connecting kanakapura, Bannergheta National Park and Krishnagiri. One Sunday afternoon in February we decided to visit this place. The Waterfalls We reached the destination by 3 PM and inquired about the waterfalls. We were told that there were two falls, with one being the main attraction, but it had very little water. The other fall was located about 500 meters away and had no water. Disappointed with the lake, we headed towards the first waterfall, which was just a couple of hundred steps away. The water was very little, and an artificial pool had been created below the waterfalls. We asked some fellow tourists for directions to the other falls, and they pointed out two paths, one climbing towa
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Ranthambore Tiger Reserve- Photo Tour

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