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1.About Madhugiri 2.Places nearby Madhugiri 3.Besttime for Madhugiri 4.Food and accomodation 5.How to reach Madhugiri 6.Comments

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About Madhugiri

Madhugiri is a town located in Tumkur District of Karnataka. At the heart of Madhugiri town lies the huge monolith Madhugiri Betta. Madhugiri Betta is 1197m high and is the second highest monolith in Asia after Savandurga. There is a fort and several granaries atop Madhugiri Betta, which were used by the kings to store Ragi, Ghee etc. The climb to the top is steep at many points and should not be tried during monsoons. At the top of the hill there is a temple.

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Places nearby Madhugiri

Devarayanadurga

Nijagalbetta

Lepakshi

Shivagange

Skandagiri

Nandi Hills

Bangalore

Bannerghata

Chitradurga

Savandurga

Antaragange

Besttime for Madhugiri

Best time to trek Madhugiri hill is during the months from October to March.

Food and Accomodation

Shops selling fruits, drinks and snacks are available at Madhugiri town.

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Reaching Madhugiri

Madhugiri is 100km from Bangalore.

Till Madhugiri direct KSRTC buses from Kempegowde Bus Stand and private buses from KR Market Bus Station are available. The trek starting point is between the government office buildings in Madhigiri. It is essential to carry water while trekking Madhugiri Betta.

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