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26/11/2023
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Guru Nanak Jhira Sahib is a Sikh historical shrine situated in Bidar, Karnataka. Gurdwara Nanak Jhira Sahib was built in the year 1948 and is dedicated to the first Sikh guru Guru Nanak. 

02/12/2022

World Trade Park is a shopping mall in Malviya Nagar, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. It was officially opened in the later half of 2012.

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Panchamukhi Ganapathi temple is situated in maha Lakshmi layout its renowned Ganapathi temple with five sides of Ganapathi at one moment we can see lord shiva, Ganapathi, Ayapppa, Parvathi in under one roof. The outstanding sculptured temple stands with 30-foot gopuram from ground level covered with gold color by the 2007 Sri Chakra Committee along with ashram where lots of learners can continue education there while doing the job for the growth of temples.

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Amer Fort or Amber Fort is a fort located in Amer, Rajasthan, India. Amer is a town with an area of 4 square kilometres located 11 kilometres from Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. Amber city and Amber fort were founded by ruler Alan Singh of Chanda dynasty of Meenas.

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Nandi of Mysore...

This giant image of Nandi (Bull) is located at the top of Chamundi hills in Mysore. More than 350 years old, this is one of the oldest icons in Mysore.

About 16 feet in height and 24 feet long, this Nandi atop the Chamundi Hills is the third largest in India

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Himavad Gopalaswamy Betta is a hill (betta in Kannada) located in the Gundlupete Taluk, Chamarajanagar district of the state of Karnataka, at a height of 1450m India and is extensively wooded. It is also the highest peak in the Bandipura National Park.

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Vani Vilasa Sagara was built by the Mysore Maharajas pre-independence across the river Vedavathi which is the oldest dam in the state. The dam is an exquisite piece of architecture, an engineering marvel for that time. The dam irrigates a large area of the Deccan region of Central Karnataka, which is otherwise largely a dry land.

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Yana⛰
Yana is famous for these two massive rock outcrops known as the Bhairaveshwara Shikhara and the Mohini Shikhara ("Shikhara" means "hill" ).
Yana rocks, also know as Yana Caves was formed due to volcanic eruption.
Yana is a village located in forests of the Kumta and Sirsi Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India which is known for the unusual karst rock formations. It is located in the Sahyadri mountain range of the Western Ghats, about 60 kilometres from Karwar port, 39 kilometres from Sirsi, and 31 kilometres from Kumta.
At the Yana caves, limestone rock formations and black karst structures can be seen. The two unique rocks located in the area are Bhairaveshwara Shikhara and the Mohini Shikhara that are 120 and 90 meters high, respectively. These rocks attract numerous tourists to this beautiful location. Bhairaveshwara Shikhara embodies self-manifested Shiva lingam and the Mohini Shikhara has an idol of goddess Parvati inside it.

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Talakaveri or Talacauvery is the place that is generally considered to be the source of the river Kaveri and a holy place for many Hindus. It is located on Brahmagiri hills near Bhagamandala in Kodagu district, Karnataka State. It is located close to the border with Kasaragod district. Talakaveri stands at a height of 1,276 meters above sea level. However, there is not a permanent visible flow from this place to the main rivercourse except during the Monsoon.

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Maravanthe is a village and a beach in Byndoor Taluk, Udupi District, Karnataka, India.
It is about 115 km from industrial hub Mangalore, 55 km from Udupi.18 km from Kundapura. and 21 km from Byndoor. NH-66 (erstwhile NH-17) runs next to the beach and the Suparnika River flows on the other side of the road. Outlook traveller considers it one of Karnataka's most beautiful beaches.

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Gavipuram Cave Temple
Sri Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple, which is also known as Gavipuram Cave Temple, is located in Hanumantha Nagar, Bengaluru in Karnataka. The temple is famous for the mysterious stone discs in the forecourt and the exact planning allowing the sun to shine on the shrine at a particular time of the year. This cave temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva, is one of the oldest temples in Bengaluru
It was built in the 16th century by Kempe Gowda first, the founder of the city

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Mallalli Falls is situated in the northern region of Kodagu District, Karnataka. The Kumaradhara River is the main watercourse for this waterfall. The Kumaradhara later flows through Kukke Subrahmanya and merges with the Netravati River at Uppinangadi, which then empties into the Arabian Sea at Mangalore.

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The Shivoham Shiva Temple is a temple situated on Old Airport Road, Bangalore, India, dedicated to the Hindu deity Lord Shiva. Built in 1995, it features a 65 feet (20 m) statue of Shiva. The temple attracts an estimated 500,000 worshippers and visitors each year, including between 100,000 and 150,000 on the occasion of Maha Shivaratri.

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Strategically located at a distance of 5 Km from Kemmangundi and 60 Km from Chikmagalur, the Z Point is a great place for adrenaline junkies and can also be visited by all those who want to get one step closer to nature. It allows you to revel in its picturesque beauty from a height of 1500 meters above sea level and provide breathtaking views that allure everyone’s eyes.

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Karanji Lake is one of the most notable landmarks of the city. It is filled with a large number of tourists every year. Spread over an area of 90 acres, the lake is situated at the foothills of Chamundi mountains, just behind the Mysore Zoo. One can spot many migratory birds around this area.

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The final beach along the Gokarna town is the beautiful Paradise beach. Also known as the Full Moon beach, it is 150 meters long and has about 70% of it covered in hard rocks. The remaining part of the beach is covered in pristine white sand.


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Hazara Rama Temple in Hampi, Karnataka.
Hazara Rama Temple is a beautiful temple located at the center of Royal Enclosure.
The temple is dedicated to Lord Rama.
Hazara Rama Temple was built in the early part of the 15th century by Devaraya II.
The term Hazara Rama literally means a thousand Rama and refers to the large number of Ramayana panels depicted on the walls.
This temple is believed to be the private temple of the kings and the royal family of Vijayanagara..

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This ‘Sand Sculpture Museum’ of Mysore brings uniqueness to the foreground. Besides, it’s also, the ONLY Indian Museum that exhibits Sand sculptures. Having said that, inside this museum, you will get to see 150+ sculptures. This beautiful space has been set up by M.N. Gowri, the only woman sand sculptor of India. Fascinating, isn’t it? Next time you are in Bangalore, Mysore or in Karnataka, do visit this unique museum to explore their phenomenal themes, ranging from ancient civilisations to the modern Disneyland. It’s a paradoxical twist.
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ಪಿರಮಿಡ್ ಕಣಿವೆ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು🔺
Located in Kanakapura Road, Pyramid Valley International is administered and run by Pyramid Spiritual Societies Movement
The Trust, a not-for-profit organization, was founded by Brahmarshi Patriji in the year 2003, to set up an international Meditational University near Bengaluru
It is considered to be the world’s largest meditation Pyramid and is constructed in a scientific way. The centre conducts regular classes and seminars on Meditation/ New Age Spirituality and its benefits. The place also has a library with a good collection of Spiritual books. A must visit place for mental relaxation
Major highlights of Pyramid Valley

▶️Maitreya Buddha Pyramid
▶️Rocks, Gardens, River and Hills
▶️Spiritual programs
Visiting hours: It is open to visitors from 10 AM till 5 PM

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Shri Veeranarayana Temple, Belavadi ~ Belavadi is situated 10 km north-west of Halebid, the capital of the Hoysalas who ruled the major part of southern Karnataka between 11th-14th century AD.

● According to legends, the village was the Ekachakra-nagar of the Mahabharata times, where Bhima is said to have slain Bakasura.

● This is a trikutachala temple with all the three vesara shikaras intact.  The temple in east-west orientation is dedicated to Viranarayana, Venugopala and Yoga Narasimha, the first one being the principal image.

● Unlike the other ornate Hoysala temples, this temple is without raised platform or jagati.

● The temple is datable to circa 12th century AD.

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Hebbe Falls is situated at 13°32′29″N 75°43′30″E about 10 km away from the famous hill station Kemmangundi in Karnataka, India. This waterfalls is inside a coffee estate and can be reached either by walk or four-wheeler.

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Gudibande Fort, Chikkaballapura.
⠀ Chikkaballapura, the favourite weekend destination district for Bangalorians with popular trekking spots, hills and mountains adds this one too now, Gudibande Fort🧡
⠀ In the surroundings of Nandi, Avalabetta this fort and hill draws your attention with history, architecture and nature!
⠀The fort is built by palegar ByreGowda in 17th century. But the history of the place dates back to Vijayanagara and Chola dynasties too.
⠀Architecturally, this can be termed as a class art for its magnificent ex*****on and utilisation of natural resources which packs 19 rain water harvesting ponds. It is also said to be replica of Madhugiri Fort.
⠀A trek to the the hill top is moderately easy one with steps laid out for most of the part. But fort packs number of secret passages and pathways. Goodluck exploring all of them!! And yeah, it's one of the rare hilltop which offers you 360 degree view along with some of the best sunrise and sunset scenes.

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Bisle is part of Western Ghats and situated in the border of Hassan district and Dakshina Kannada district. Bisle Viewpoint, about 5 Km from Bisle village, is popular as a view point to get the beautiful and astonishing views of three mountain ranges including Kumara Parvatha, Pushpagiri and Dodda Betta. The highlight of this point is that the view has a valley, with Giri River separating the beauty point and these mountain ranges.

Besides breathtaking views, it is also a perfect destination for the trekkers. Bisle Reserve Forest is also situated here which is home to a variety of flora and fauna. The forest remains protected and unexploited as there is no human occupancy in it.

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Matanga Hill is one of the major places to visit in Hampi. Being the highest point in Hampi; this is the best spot to get an aerial view of Hampi and its surroundings. There is a small temple on the top of Matanga Hill where the Veerabhadra Temple can be found.The temple’s rooftop is a great spot to watch the dawn or sunset.

Matanga Hill is one of the sacred places listed in the epic Ramayana as the base of Saint Matanga, according to mythology. Sugriva also benefited from the mystical protection of the sage Matanga, who had set a death curse on Vali if he tried to visit the Matanga Hill area.

The view from the top is interesting, especially from the eastern side where you can get an aerial view of the Achyuta Raya’s Temple complex; at south, the cart trail and Turthu Canal winding through the banana plantations; at north the chain of hills and the river that flows along its ridges; at west the Hampi settlement with the tower of Virupaksha Temple dominating.