Karnataka's Hidden Gems: Top Unexplored Hill Stations

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Kumara Parvatha

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Nandi Hills

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Yana

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Baba Budangiri

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Chikmagalur

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Kodachadri

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Biligiriranga Hills (BR Hills)

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Madikeri

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Sakleshpur

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It's not over yet!

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