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The summer holidays were almost over, and we hadn’t managed to take the kids out anywhere. So, we quickly planned a short vacation and booked a stay at   Dawarasamudra Homestay , located near   Beluru . We started early in the morning, giving ourselves enough time to explore before reaching the homestay. After a quick breakfast, we decided to visit  Doddagaddavalli Temple —a place we had missed during our last visit to the famous Beluru temple. Since it was on the way, it turned out to be a perfect stop. Though  Doddagaddavalli Temple  is not as grand or large as the Chennakeshava Temple in Beluru, it has its own charm. This beautiful temple, built in  1113 AD  by  King Vishnuvardhana  of the  Hoysala Dynasty , is one of the earliest examples of Hoysala architecture. It is dedicated to  Lakshmi Devi  and is unique because it houses multiple shrines inside a single complex. The carvings and stonework are stunning, showcasing the...

If you are planning a trip to Mysuru or driving along the Bengaluru–Mysuru Expressway, make sure to stop by the Payana Car Museum. This is a new and exciting place to visit near Srirangapatna, and it’s perfect for anyone who loves vintage cars and bikes. The museum is located right next to the Bengaluru–Mysuru Expressway, near Srirangapatna. It’s easy to reach by car and has good parking space. The museum has a large collection of vintage cars and bikes all in one place. You can see old models that are very rare and beautiful. Each vehicle has a board with information about its model, history, and interesting facts. If you are someone who enjoys reading and learning about each car and bike, you will need at least 3 hours to explore the whole museum properly.  Why You Should Visit Learn about the history of vehicles Take nice photos See many rare vintage cars and bikes A great stop if you’re traveling between Bengaluru and Mysuru  Timings and Entry Fee Open every day from 9:00 ...

Sometimes the best trips are the unplanned ones—and that’s exactly how our drive  to   Nagarahole   began. It was a last-minute decision to escape the city and explore somewhere close to nature. After checking a few options, we finally booked our stay at   Gaja Villa , near the Nagarahole National Park.  Early Start from Bengaluru We planned to leave Bengaluru early in the morning to catch a glimpse of wildlife in the forest. We started our journey around 4:00 AM, and after having breakfast near  Hunsur , we reached the Nagarahole checkpost at 8:00 AM. Vehicles are allowed only for an hour through the forest stretch, so we had to be quick.  Wildlife Spotting in the Forest Within just 15 minutes of entering the forest, we were thrilled to spot a huge tusker (elephant)! That moment made us very excited, hoping to see more wild animals. Unfortunately, that was our best sighting of the day. We also saw a dhole (Asiatic wild dog), some deer, and a few peaco...