Skandagiri is also known as Kalavara
Durga and is located near Chikaballapur village and is around seventy
kilometers from Bangalore. Skandagiri dates back to the eighteenth century and
is a hill with the ruins of a fort and a dilapidated temple adjacent to it. It
is one of the places around Bangalore with a possibility of night trek.
The
challenges
Skandagiri
trekking covers an area of eight kilometers and consists of
rugged ascending and descending hill terrains and takes around four to five
hours to reach the top. The climb to the top offers moderate challenges to the
trekkers until you reach the Papagni temple from where the challenges
intensify. During night trekking in Skandagiri it is very important to carry torches to find your way in the
darkness.
The climb to the top is worth all the
efforts as it offers a panoramic view of the valley below with all its lush vegetation
and the ruined fort offering a mystic touch to the whole experience. Bangalore
trekking organizers provide with individual sleeping bags for you to laze
around after a camping session in front of a warm bonfire. Just before the
break of dawn, it offers a breathtaking view of the clouds and the sky with a
chance to view the sunrise. Winter is one of the best times to go trekking in
the hill since the hills covered with mist is magnificent.
The itinerary includes picking up from
and dropping back to Bangalore including the breakfast for the next day.
Trekkers are advised to carry all necessities such as sufficient water, energy
bars, medicines if any, comfortable clothing and shoes, towels, outerwear to
protect against the weather and their cameras.
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