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B R Hills, Mysore

A View of BR Hills The Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple Wildlife Sanctuary, though the name is laborious is a place that will soak you in nature's bounties. A magnet for naturalists field biologists, nature lovers, conservationists, environmental economists, it has something for everyone.
Nestling at an altitude of 3375, the sanctuary is spread over 525 sq km, interspersed with valleys, streams and scenic spots.
The BRT Wildlife Sanctuary is an important link between the Eastern and the Western Ghats. The river Cauvery flows South East and at Kollegal takes an abrupt turn towards the North and again returns to its initial course. This reflects the geographic significance as well as the wonderful blend of the Biligiri Rangaswamy and Male Mahadeshwar ranges, bridging the gap between the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats.

Location
The sanctuary is 226 km from Bangalore by road via Mysore and Nanjangud 86 km from Mysore via by road and 200 km from Ooty via Nanjangud.

Access
It is easily accessible by road being100 km from Bangalore via Kanakapura / Halagur. 85 km from Mysore via Malavalli and 245 km from Ooty via Mysore. There is couple of buses leaving from Mysore everyday.

Comfortable Stay
Furnished twin bed tents, with attached modern toilet facilities, lit by hurricane lamps. Furnished ethnic huts on stilts, with attached modern toilet facilities again lit by hurricane lamps. Furnished rooms at the Maharaja's Bungalow with electricity are also available for the one's seeking some luxury.

Time management
Professional angling, amateur fishing, coracle boat rides, bird watching, river rafting, trekking, outdoor camping will keep you busy. Every April you can witness the wonderful Ratha festival at the BR Temple.

On the prowl
Open jeep safaris, elephant rides and on foot.

Food fun
Delicious Indian cuisine at cheap rates are available.

When to go
The sanctuary is open throughout the year. Best time to sight wildlife is June to October when the animals come out for water. But the more comfortable time to visit if relaxation is what you're looking for is winter to early summer.
Make sure you take permission from the Forest Department at Chamarajnagar if you are not staying at the resort.

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