Bandipur - Sightseeing

As such the main attraction at Bandipur is the Bandipur forest where one can enter the jungle for a safari or a trek to the Nilgiri mountains. There are other nearby places from Bandipur which are definitely worth a visit.

Mysore
The capital of Wodeyars - The Royal City of Mysore is just about 80 km from Bandipur. The city is full of architectural wonders.

Places to visit at Mysore are:
* Mysore Palace
* Srirangapatna
* Chamundi Hills
* Brindavan Gardens
* Jaganmohan Art Gallery
* St Philomena's Church



Ooty
The most popular hill stations in South India - Ooty is just 80 km from Bandipur. A scenic drive passing through the jungles of Bandipur & Mudumalai takes you to the hills of Ooty. An ideal getaway for couples, families & groups.

Places to visit at Ooty are:
* Botanical Garden
* Ooty Lake
* Doddabetta Peak
* Kalhatty Waterfalls
* Kotagiri
* Avalanche
* Golf Club
* Tibetan Flee Market

Coonoor
Coonoor is a famous hill station that is 17 kms from ooty. It is probably the second most popular hill station in the Nilgiris. The hill station stands at a height of 1839 meters and is known for its great picnic spots and picturesque surroundings.

Places to visit at Coonoor are:
* Botanical Garden
* Sim'a Park
* Dolphin's Nose

Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary
The Madumalai Wildlife Sanctuary is located at a distance of 30 kms from Bandipur. The Wildlife Sanctuary boasts of very rich flora and fauna, and is home to many endangered species. Though tigers and Leopards are only seen by the fortunate few, elephants, giant squirrels, sambhar, chital, barking deer and flying squirrels are a common sight. The Sanctuary is also a great place to see many kinds of birds, including colorful parakeets, black woodpecker, Malabar trogon and crested hawk eagle. If you have children with you or you yourself are simply fond of the majestic elephants then, you might like to visit the elephant camp within the sanctuary, Theppakkadu.

Gopala Swami Betta
Gopala Swami Betta is about 20 km from Bandipur. There is a temple of a saint Gopala Swamy who believed to have meditated in this area. It is a great vantage point that offers a breathtaking view of the Nilgiri peak. There is a watchtower here that offers a view of the Bandipur Forest.