Hill Station & Nature Retreats

Sakleshpur

• Location: Hassan district, on the slopes of Western Ghats
• Altitude: ~950 m
• Known for: Scenic beauty, spice plantations, offbeat trekking
• Major attractions:
  • Manjarabad Fort (Star-shaped fort built by Tipu Sultan)
  • Bisle Ghat Viewpoint
  • Jenukal Gudda
• Activities: Hiking, plantation stays, nature photography
• Best time to visit: Post-monsoon (September to February)