Savandurga is a hill 60 km west of Bangalore (Karnataka, India) off the Magadi road in India. The hill is considered to be among the largest monolith hills in Asia. The hill rises to 1226 m above mean sea level and forms a part of the Deccan plateau. It consists of peninsular gneiss, granites, basic dykes and laterites. The Arkavathi river passes nearby through the Thippagondanahalli reservoir and on towards Manchanabele dam.
Location :
State : Karnataka
Area : 60 Km from Bangalore
How to Reach :
Things to carry :
Personal Experience :
Good hiking shoes are required as it could provide a grip with the stone. We took the second break at a point where we had to pass through a 50 degree angle and however there were steps cut on the rock.
By the time it was around 4:30 we reached the third point where a fort is located and even a pond where rain water is stored. We took rest and waited there for sunrise ,since we were almost on the top of the hill. There was only a little distance to be covered to the peak after the first light.
At around 5:45 am we got the first light and we started hurriedly further so that we wouldn't miss the sunrise. To reach the peak we had to go through under few rocks and between some trees and finally we were atop the hill.
After the sunrise we started back and then we could realize how far we had come since the complete hill was visible in the daylight .
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Location :
State : Karnataka
Area : 60 Km from Bangalore
Difficulty level : Easy at night , Moderate in daytime.
How to Reach :
Bus route: Take a bus to Magadi Road from Majestic Bus Stand, Bangalore. This bus usually drops you at one point of Magadi road within city limits, you will require to take one more bus from here to a Magadi road junction where you need to take a left for Savana durga (12 km from the point), there are private and KSRTC buses to Hospete Gate.Total travelling time 2hrs 15 mins from Bangalore. (In case you don't find a bus, auto can be used for covering these last 12 km).
1. Good Hiking shoes
2. Water and Snacks
3. Torch light
4. Matchbox or lighter to setup fire
We started off from Bangalore city at around 12:30 in the night on bikes. We reached the base of the hill at around 2:30 am . We started our way up and all we could see is a single stone lying ahead of us.
We started climbing the hill and took small breaks regularly at some points . As we covered some distance we could see the lights glowing from the temple and other houses. We took the first break for 10 mins after reaching a certain distance . All we could see in our surroundings is the only stone.
Good hiking shoes are required as it could provide a grip with the stone. We took the second break at a point where we had to pass through a 50 degree angle and however there were steps cut on the rock.
By the time it was around 4:30 we reached the third point where a fort is located and even a pond where rain water is stored. We took rest and waited there for sunrise ,since we were almost on the top of the hill. There was only a little distance to be covered to the peak after the first light.
At around 5:45 am we got the first light and we started hurriedly further so that we wouldn't miss the sunrise. To reach the peak we had to go through under few rocks and between some trees and finally we were atop the hill.
We had the pleasure to see the beautiful sunrise and the surroundings glowing with light . also we could see a river flowing through at a certain distance.
After the sunrise we started back and then we could realize how far we had come since the complete hill was visible in the daylight .
A Nandi is located at the top of the hill.
Finally to conclude , its a easy trek if you have good shoes and a little stamina and interest.
Finally to conclude , its a easy trek if you have good shoes and a little stamina and interest.
So whats late , pack your bags and get ready to conquer the largest monolith in Asia.
