Sightseeing in and around Devarayanadurga
Namada Chilume
Namada Chilume is around 10 kms from Devarayanadurga and has good roads. The entry fee to this place is nominally priced and this place has a natural spring on its premises.
Siddara Betta
The apt translation for Siddara Betta in English would be Saint’s hill or Sage Hill. In olden days may be, lots of saints or sages may have meditated here and hence the name. This place is dotted with a number of caves and due to its rocky terrain, is a paradise for trekkers and also well known for its sunrise and sunset views too. Lots of medicinal and rare herbs can be sourced from here and it can be called a traditional or ancient medicine practitioner’s haven.
Siddara Betta, Madhugiri, near Tumkur
Trekking at Devarayanadurga
Due to its natural rocky and hilly terrain, Devarayanadurga is a haven for trekkers and mountain climbers. If the trekkers are avid wildlife photographers, it can be a double bonanza for them, since the scenic beauty enthralls the lensmen. The sunrise at Devarayanadurga is often breathtaking and many trekking enthusiasts leave early from Bangalore, just to have a glimpse of the sunrise there.
How to reach Devarayanadurga
The place is well-connected with major cities such as Bangalore and Mangalore.
By Air
The nearest airport is the Bangalore International Airport. The approximate distance between the Bangalore International Airport and Devarayanadurga is around 85 kms by road.
By Road
The approximate distance by road, from Bangalore to Devarayanadurga is around 75 kms, and the roads are well developed up to Tumkur, by both the State and the National Highways. If you are travelling from Mysore, the approximate distance is around 155 kms and here too, driving is not a pain, since the roads are good. The distance between Mangalore and Devarayanadurga is around 320 kms. Road condition is good and pleasurable to drive.
By Rail
The nearest railway station to Devarayanadurga is Tumkur, which is around 20 kms from Tumkur. Lots of passenger trains and express trains commute between Bangalore Main station and Tumkur daily. The travel time to Tumkur from Bangalore Main station is around 1.5 hours.
If you are traveling from Mangalore, there is only one direct train to Tumkur so it is advisable to visit Devarayanadurga by road only. Nearest railway station is Tumkur.
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