Ramadevara Betta Trek Ramgad of Sholay shooting Ramanagara near Bangalore(2023)

Ramadevara Betta Trek also the Ramgad of Sholay; Sholay shooting location. Indias only Vulture Sanctuary at Ramanagara Tourism, Bangalore Tourism and Karnataka Tourism.

About 70 kms away from Bangalore, Ramadevara Betta Hills is a popular spot for treks near Bangalore within 100Kms. It's the famous spot where the Bollywood Blockbuster 'Sholay' was shot. Standing tall at the height of 3900 ft, Ramadevara Betta is located in the outskirts of the Kyatsandra town. From the highway Ramadevara Betta appears as massive rocky mountain with a vast plain on the peak. The summit of the hill has a temple of Lord Rama, and frequented by many devotees. This hill had also featured in one of the famous movies called "Passage to India".

There are two temples at the top- One being Rama Temple another being Rameshwar Temple. From the foothills, you need to climb around 400 steps to reach the fist temple. The route is in the middle of the forest and is quite exciting
While climbing the stairs, you can see few more temples. But, the best part is that in between the staircase, you can take deviations and enjoy some breathtaking views in between. Such deviations, helps you to catch your breath and enjoy some natural beauty.

At the top, you will find Ramadevara temple. This temple is believed to be more than 1000 years old. Some people believe that Lord Rama had visited this place and killed the demon named 'Kakasura' who was ruling the hills. From that day onward, not even single crow fly near the hill! Well I didn't really observe any crows flying around this place..!!

From this point near the temple you can have a good view of the hills and places around. The view of the Ramanagara city and granite rocks formations provides excellent scenery around. The scene of landscape covered with rocks and granite hills and thin vegetation is a treat to enjoy.

From Ramadevara temple you can witness a natural pond. This pond at the hilltop is called 'Rama Tirtha'. From the hill top, you can get some fantastic views of this lake. It is believed that the depth of this pond is still unknown. Due to safety reason, this pond is fenced to prevent people from accessing the pond
From the hill top, you can get some fantastic views of this lake. It is believed that the depth of this pond is still unknown. Due to safety reason, this pond is fenced to prevent people from accessing the pond. Just around 50 meters from Ramadevara temple, you have Rameshwar Temple. Actually, Rama Tirtha is in between these two temples. Beside the Rama temple, there is a way to go on top of the hill. This route is little difficult to climb. You need to walk through the forest and hills. There are few spots where you can sit and enjoy the cool breeze and scenery.

You have to almost trek a hill on a 70 degrees track. This is not that tough as you have railings which you can utilize to trek. But once you climb this, you can get amazing view of Ramanagara town, and other hills. On reaching the top you will enjoy 360 degree panoramic breathtaking views. From this point you can see all the

seven hills which constitute Ramanagara. In this peaceful environment you will enjoy the smooth blow of cold wind and a blanket of greenery in the valley. Ramanagara is a place which has the endangered vulture sanctuary. From the hilltop, you can witness these endangered vultures flying around the sky. Apart from the views, you have some cactus at the top and green grasses in patches. Its absolute bliss to be here at the top and you won't feel like going down.

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