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Out of Bangalore

BANGALORE TO WAYANAD, KERALA

The journey: 300km; 7 hours driving time; halts at Mysore and Nagarhole National Park or Bandipur Tiger Reserve

About the destination: The world seems to turn a different shade in Wayanad, usually a pleasing shade of green. This verdant paradise in the Western Ghats, with its lofty ridges, dense forests, intriguing wildlife, sparkling lakes and ethereal meadows, is among the best places in the country at which to connect with nature. Your experience depends entirely upon you, with accommodation options ranging from uber-luxurious boutique resorts to simple home-stays. Local cuisine is delectable, so much so that you’ll find yourself asking for recipes after nearly every meal. While its popularity as a weekend getaway is only growing, we’d recommend you extend your stay for a couple more days. To truly immerse yourself in this place, you need a bit of time, and, once you get under its skin, you won’t feel like leaving.

While this might not be one of the longer drives on this list, it is most definitely one of

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