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Monolith hill in Karnataka, India
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Savandurga is a hill west of Bangalore in Southeastern Karnataka.
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A reservoir across the Arkavati River, and a trekking destination. Kayaking is also conducted here. However, the reservoir bed is a death trap with sudden fault-lines, large boulders as well as deep slush. It is very dangerous to get into the waters in this reservoir even for a good swimmer.
TG Halli Reservoir
A reservoir at the confluence of the Arkavati and Kumudavati rivers. It is used by the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) to supply water to the city. It is also a popular recreation spot in summer.
Savandurga is on Magadi Road. It is around 70 km from Hudson Circle (in Bangalore City). On the way to Savana Durga you will find ChamarajaSagar Water Treatment Plan (on your right).
Read in the guideThere are young boys who would be willing to lead you up to the top, for about ₹50-100. However, the track is pretty straight forward and you would not strictly require a guide.
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