Introduction
Krishnagiri, a district headquarter in the state of mystical Tamil Nadu, is located on the Bangalore-Chennai Highway. Krishnagiri Sunrise Trek is a medium difficulty level 5km long captivating trek that starts from the base village in the foothills then takes you meandering through the big boulders and after crossing the ruins of the Krishnagiri Fort Walls you reach the hilltop. The base village is about 75 KMs from Bangalore. Krishnagiri is very scenic with lots of water bodies and hillocks. The strong Krishnagiri fort is protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
A Tentative Itinerary For The Travelers Is Listed Below:
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03:00 AM - Assemble at the base village
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03:15 AM - Start the Trek after a quick introduction
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04:30 AM - A short break
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06:15 AM - Reach the peak
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06:45 AM - Get mesmerized by the Sunrise
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07:45 AM - Have breakfast before the descend towards the base
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11:00 AM - Reach the base
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11:15 AM - Group photo
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11:30 AM - Leave for respective destinations
The Trek Coordinators Usually Offer Pickup From Multiple Points In Bangalore Viz.,
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KalaMandir, Marathalli
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Silk Board Flyover
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BTM Layout
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Banashankari
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Gopalan Arcade Mall
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Kengeri
They also provide drop facility to any part of the city. Your commute to Krishnagiri is well managed and you are sure to make lots of new friends on the way.
Some Of The Important Things To Carry Along For A Hassle-Free Trek Experience:
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ID Card
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Torch with batteries
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Water - 2 Litres
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First Aid Box
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Camera (For those picturesque shots)
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Snacks & Biscuits
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Cap, Sunglass, Scarf, etc.
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Backpack (Sling bags are not allowed)
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Hand Sanitizer
Why You Should Join This Trek
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You realize that real competition is not outside but within yourself. It helps you overcome the fears and all hesitations.
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Krishnagiri Trek has a pleasing trail and the journey to the top is as good as the destination itself.
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Trekking has a spiritual connection. Your heart and soul get mellowed when you come close to nature.
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It teaches you to be more humane. The joy of trekking with friends, sharing, and caring for them creates an unbreakable bond.
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Trekking takes you out of your comfort zone and it develops a survival skill set in you.
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Lastly, it may also help you in losing some extra kilos.
Trekking is not just a trip to take on a weekend but it is a way of life. Some people go on a trek for vacation, just a hobby, sports activity but in reality, trekking brings you closer to nature, life and your own soul. The wanderers find their inner voice when they are trekking and it has the power to convert the “can’t do” into “will do”. Krishnagiri sunrise trek provides an ideal opportunity to explore your inner self. Its close proximity to Bengaluru is a great blessing to the city dwellers. It is highly recommended to join this trek especially with your friends and create memories for a lifetime.
"It is not the mountain we conquer but ourselves." – Edmund Hillary.