Looking for weekend getaways from Bengaluru this Diwali? Check our curated list here

Here is a list of places you can travel to this long weekend ahead of or during Diwali from Karnataka capital Bengaluru.

Updated on: Oct 22, 2022, 07:11:36 IST

By Yamini C S | Edited by Sohini Goswami

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Diwali is one of those festivals that most people across the country look forward to. While some celebrate it at home with family, many others choose to use the holidays to go on short vacations.

As Diwali approaches, the festive travel frenzy has begun. (Pexels)

This year, the prominent Hindu festival has fallen on October 24, with Balipadyami set to be celebrated on October 26 and a solar eclipse falling on the day in between, making a long or extended weekend.

With many families and young individuals all set for short trips, we have prepared a list of five nearby places one can visit from Bangalore for trips.

1. Kabini: One of the most popular adventure and wildlife sites in the state, it is known for its safari tours. It is 205km away from Bengaluru, and is a green retreat. Other similar options for the camper in you: the Bandipur and Nagarhole sanctuaries. Just watch out for the elephants.

READ | Elephant chases safari goers at Karnataka's Nagarahole park. Watch scary video here

2. Hampi: A protected UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Vijaynagara district, this place is the ultimate blend of history and architecture. Located 340km from Bengaluru, the town is called a ‘backpacker’s delight'. Ancient monuments and beautiful temples are the main attractions here.

3. Gokarna: Called the ‘land of palm trees, blue seas and golden sands’, this place is a favourite hub for beach lovers and hippies. Gokarna is also a Hindu pilgrimage town with the Mahabaleshwar temple sitting right in the city centre.

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4. Chikkamagaluru: A hill station only 240km away from the Karnataka capital, it hosts a range of mountains, waterfalls and greens. The town is best suited to nature enthusiasts as it is popular for its extensive tea and coffee plantations.

5. Shivanasamudra: Located near Mandya district of Karnataka, Shivanasamudra is a vibrant sight to watch during this rainy time. It has two waterfalls - Barachukki and Gaganachukki - and is surrounded by dense forests with rocky cliffs.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Yamini C S
Yamini CS is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with nearly six years of experience in digital journalism. She is part of the India News desk, where she works on a wide range of stories cutting across civic issues, city-based developments, politics, governance, public policy, breaking news, trending topics, and international affairs that have an impact on India. Her role involves tracking fast-moving developments, verifying information from official and on-ground sources, and presenting news in a clear, accessible format for a digital-first audience. A significant part of her work includes handling live blogs during major news events, such as elections, court verdicts, political developments, civic disruptions, protests, weather-related alerts, and unfolding national or international incidents. Through live coverage, she focuses on timely updates to help readers follow complex stories as they evolve. Before moving to the broader India News desk, Yamini was associated with the Bengaluru desk at Hindustan Times, where she extensively covered urban governance, infrastructure, traffic and transport issues, weather events, public grievances, and civic administration in the city. This experience strengthened her grounding in city reporting and sharpened her focus on citizen-centric journalism. She began her career as a correspondent with Reuters after completing a postgraduate diploma in journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media. Her early training instilled a strong emphasis on accuracy, sourcing, and news ethics, which continue to shape her reporting style. Outside of work, Yamini enjoys reading across genres, listening to music, and spending time with her family, which help her maintain balance in a fast-paced newsroom environment.Read More

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