Huttari Durga, one of the 9 forts aka Navadurgas surrounding Bangalore.
What to expect in this trek?
Easy terrain of 4 kms.
History of old Bangalore forts as you unfold the 7 layers of the fort.
Small water bodies and wild flowers throughout.
Walk through cool forests and tiny steps carved out of the boulders.
Tiny reptiles and lot of colourful insects.
Two old temples and a Nandi taking you back in time.
A trek up the narrow cave only to get mesmerised by the view.
A walk in a village and heart warming conversations with locals.
What is the nature of the trek?
Easy peasy
Highly recommended for beginners and children
How far is Huttari Durga from Bangalore?
70 kms
2 ways to reach- via Magadi or Nelamangala
What I also experienced in this trek?
Interesting conversations and stories of the co trekkers.
Yoga junkie to career counselor to IT enthusiast to school going children.
Blissful scene of the greenery and villages from the summit.
Innocent and happy conversations with the locals.
Saying hello to new born calf and her mum.
Shopping in the local markets of the fresh local produce.
Experience of a first trek with BMC.
What my photographic lens felt was worth the capture?
Happy Trekking!