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Overview Nandi Hills, named for the tall statue devoted to the deity Nandi constructed on the mountain, is a hill station that has gradually been found by travelers over the years. It is today a favorite weekend resort for Bangalore residents, but it was also the spot where Tipu Sultan went to escape the heat of the plains and the tumult of battle. Nandi Hills, located at a height of 4,851 feet above sea level, has hosted a number of luminaries, including Queen Elizabeth II, Mahatma Gandhi, and others. It is strewn with monuments and shrines with majestic pillars and…