A one day trek that was in my mind for a long time to get away from the daily hustle bustle life and I chose Rayakottai . What else ? Geared up to the pick-up point in Indiranagar. It was quite cold early in the morning. We started at 6 AM from Bangalore and guess what, it was a girl gang of eleven! Yes. That was the best part.

 Rayakottai, also spelled Rayakotta is a town in Denkanikottai taluk, Krishnagiri District, Tamil Nadu, India. It is 73 kilometres from Bangalore. Located on a hillock, Rayakottai Fort offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The fort is spread over an area of 100 acres and is surrounded by granite walls, which are a marvel of ancient engineering. The fort is accessible by a steep staircase, which is carved into the rock, making it a challenging yet exciting climb. The fort itself is now recognized as a protected monument by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), highlighting its historical importance and architectural value. The ruins within the fort area stand as a testament to its past glory and strategic significance during various periods of rule. Today, Rayakottai Fort is a popular tourist destination for those who are looking to explore Tamil Nadu's rich history and heritage.

After having a sumptuous breakfast and packing our lunch, with a powerful quick nap during the journey , we hit the spot at 10.30 AM and started our ascent. It took about an hour to explore the shiva temple on the way and gazing around the view throughout the trek. We were also greeted by our beloved monkeys on the peak. It was a fun filled trek with lots of chit chats and mesmerizing  pics during the lunch break. We headed back by 2 PM and reached Bangalore at 5 PM. That was a refreshing one day trek to finish off the weekend.