Yelagiri - Perfect for photography

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A clean shot of the lake
Staying in Bangalore gives you good options to explore from high class to the total laid back places. Since I am a person who loves to sit back and relax at a non-popular place, around Bangalore or Bengaluru was the perfect place to explore.

 I went to north, east, west and south of the city to find each place exciting and giving a different experience. 

 Lets start with the east direction for now. Yelagiri is situated east of Bangalore in the state of Tamil Nadu. I found this place similar to Ooty but there was a different charm roaming around the place. There was something different about everything. The people, the architecture and the simple life a small hill station has to offer. 
Camera used - Sony Cybershot Dsc S650

 This camera was my companion for almost 4 years. It had a Sony lens which is less preferred over the carl zeiss, but as someone said, the best camera is the one you have already. 

 I am now using a Canon IXUS 145 and still thinking about when I will be able to afford a DSLR. However, Yelagiri is the place for photographers. If you like mine (with sony cam), you will love the one's clicked by professional cams. 

Here are some more pics - 


Huts in Yelagiri - Sorry about the shaky pic
Lovers comments on the wall
The lake showing a farm house
Again the lake with some effect. Cant remember. It was long back. 
Huts with a big tree


Facts - 
How to reach - Best by road from Bangalore.  
Distance - 160 kms
Places to stay - Many
Best time to visit - I visited during the new year and April (Above photos time) and it was good.
Eat - Good restaurants are there. My suggestion - stick with the local cuisine. Always.
Location: Yelagiri, Tamil Nadu 635853, India

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