Hidden Gems: Hill Stations To Visit Near Bangalore Over Christmas Long Weekend

Winter Vacay For Bangaloreans!

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1. Horsley Hills

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2. Masinagudi

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3. Devarayanadurga

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4. Kolli Hills

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5. Kudremukh

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6. BR Hills

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