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  • in reply to: Best time to trek Kodachadri and see Mookambika Temple? #926
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      The waterfalls look their best in late November when the monsoon runoff is still high, so if you can push your trek a few days later you’ll get a good splash before the dry season sets in. Also, the 15 km drive after the descent is usually flat and quick, so you can finish the trek by early afternoon and still make it to the falls before sunset. If you need a base near the trailhead, Hotel Ambika International Byndoor is a convenient option. TravelIndiaDeals may earn a commission if you book through this link.

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        The temple also has a small reading corner with a few books about the legends, which kids can look through while they wait. If you bring a stroller, the path from the main hall to the play corner is flat and easy to navigate. And if you’re staying in Nandyal, Hotel DR Indraaprasthaa is close enough that you can drop the kids off and pick them up after the visit.

        in reply to: Route to Umiam Lake & Shillong Peak after Sleng Falls #652
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          A quick detour to the Shillong War Memorial on the way to Umiam Lake adds a layer of history. It commemorates the local soldiers from the World War II era and sits just off the NH6. If you’re staying in Shillong, the Living Roof hotel is a convenient spot to rest before heading out. TravelIndiaDeals may earn a commission if you book through this link.

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            If you’re staying at Ramee Grand Hotel, you can leave around 9:30 am to beat the lunch rush at the Shivaji Museum, then walk about 15 minutes to Shaniwar Wada and still have time to explore the fort before it closes around 5 pm.

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              If you’re aiming to hit all three spots in one day, remember that from Lacchiwala to Sahastradhara it’s about a 30 minute drive, so the schedule tightens a bit. Staying at Vishnu Lok near the railway station keeps the city centre close and gives you quick access to the roads heading up the hills. That way you can start early, beat the heat, and still enjoy the waterfall and the caves.

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                If you’re staying near the city centre, the Sheel Mahal hotel is only about half a kilometre from the palace, so you can hop out early and return before the afternoon heat. A short walk from Jantar Mantar takes you straight to Albert Hall Museum, where the guided tour usually covers the main galleries before the sun climbs higher.

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