TREKS · 1-DAY · MODERATE · MAX 600M
Gandhamardan Hills Twin Temple Trek.
Gandhamardan Hills Twin Temple Trek
Gandhamardan Hills Twin Temple Trek is a moderate single-day, 16 km trek, topping out at 600 m. The route takes in Twin temple connection; Buddhist university ruins; Ramayana Sanjeevani link; Forest walk. Best months: January–March and October–December. Watch points: Carry water and food for 16km; no facilities between temples; forest area — wildlife awareness. Fitness level: moderate, not recommended for children.
Warnings
⚠Carry water and food for 16km
⚠No facilities between temples
⚠Forest area — wildlife awareness
⚠Return before dark
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