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Bilal Madan
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    If you’re only doing a quick walk, the side trail that starts a few hundred meters down the hill is usually less trafficked even after the main gate fills up. Parking at the main gate often fills by 10 am, so arriving just after opening gives you a quieter walk before the afternoon rush hits. If you’re staying nearby, Machaan Plantation Resort Sakleshpur puts you close to the trailheads and avoids a long drive.

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