"Kudh Jayunga, Bhaag Jayunga, Maar Jayunga... Haat Jao!" If these lines unknowingly scratch a part of your brain then you are a true fan of Veeru!And sarcastically, in Veeru's attempt of "Drunk Suicide" Jai stated, "Jab Daaru Utregi Tab Yeh Bhi Utar Aayega." Still gives us all a good laugh when we think of the greatest Bollywood movie: Sholay!Usually the majority of the movies in our country are made in the Film City, so when you pay a visit, you will find the remnants of movies like Om Shanti Om, Ra.One and many more. But not Sholay. So, you must be wondering, 'Where was Sholay Shot?' and the answer is Ramanagara!And if this intrigues you and you want to visit the Sholay movie shooting location, then stay with me till the end of this guide where we will discuss everything for your convenience!<h3> </h3><h3>What Are The Timings To Visit The Sholay Hills?</h3>The timings for visiting the Sholay shooting place is between 9 AM to 5 PM.

<h2>When Is The Best Time To Visit Sholay Shooting Hill Top?</h2> Now that you are on board with a trip with your close ones to the shooting spot of the movie Sholay, you must be wondering: When is the best time to visit the Sholay shooting spot, isn't it?February to October is the perfect time to visit the Sholay Hills - the mild temperatures and the gentle breezes are your best companions!

<h2>How To Reach The Sholay Hills?</h2> Famously known as Ramanagara or Ramadevara Betta, the Sholay Movie Ramgarh location can be reached via various ways, which totally depend upon your duration, planning, itinerary curation and so on.Mainly there are 3 ways for you to reach the Sholay Hill Top and they are: <h3>By Road:</h3>If you are someone who is travelling via road from Bangalore, then take the Bengaluru-Mysore National Highway (NH 7) and drive towards Ramanagara. <h3>By Train:</h3>Just shown in the movie where some of the most important scenes were shot, the nearest station to the shooting village is Ramanagara Railway Station (RMA) which isn't that far from the village. <h3>By Air:</h3>There is no direct flight to Ramanagara Village, so the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport. From there you can either book a cab or a taxi.

<h3>1. Mekedatu</h3>Imagine the delight and the treat it will be for your eyes to see the confluence of two rivers. Sounds dreamy doesn't it? Then make sure you visit Mekedatu, which should be on your bucket list when you visit the shooting village of the movie Sholay.<h4>Quick Information:</h4>Location: Ramnagara District.Timings: All Day.Price: None. <h3>2. Ramanagara Silk Cocoon Market </h3>Visiting the Sholay Hill Top but not the largest Asian market of Silk cocoon market? It's not fair! The subtle art of making silk and its extraction from the cocoon is vividly shown here and is considered to be one of the fun activities.<h4>Quick Information:</h4>Location: SH17, Ijoor.Timings: All Day.Price: None. <h3>3. Janapada Loka</h3>Bless your eyes and let your imaginative mind flow with your thoughts when you visit the Folk Museum of Ramanagara, which is famous for its distinctive taste of showcasing art and its culture since the 19th century.<h4>Quick Information:</h4>Location: Bangalore - Mysore Highway, State Highway 17.Timings: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.Price: Starting from INR 10 per person and an additional INR 100 for photos and videos. <h3>4. Kanva Reservoir</h3>Bird watching while visiting a man made lake, may not be something you hear daily, but let me tell you, due to the weather phenomenon of Ramanagara and its surroundings which is considered to be ideal for many migratory birds, which you can enjoy <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/tours/kanva-lake-camping" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 71, 178);">Kanva lake camping</a> and makes it an absolute treat for bird lovers.<h4>Quick Information:</h4>Location:&nbsp;Channapatna.Timings:&nbsp;5:00 AM to 7:00 PM. <h3>5. Ramanagara Ramadevara Betta Vulture Sanctuary </h3>There are of course unique places and locations to explore when you visit the Sholay shooting place and out of them, the Vulture Sanctuary in Ramadevara Betta is one of those places you must visit, where you can see and learn about the rare and endangered specimens of various kinds of vultures.<h4>Quick Information:</h4>Location: Shri Pattabhi Rama Temple Sri Rama Hill, Thibbe Gowdana Doddi.Timings:&nbsp;9:00 AM to 4:30 PM.Price:&nbsp;Starting from INR 25 per person and an extra INR 20 parking fee.

Just like every good thing comes to an end, so does a trip to Sholay Hills. So make sure you find your Jai to your Veeru while you sing, "Yeh Dosti Hum Nhi Thodenge" and romanticize the beauty and essence of the place because this location and its <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/tours/camping-at-campfire-circle" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(0, 71, 178);">campfire circle</a> will definitely leave an imprint of everlasting memories, especially for those who are a Bollywood buff.

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Sumedha Chatterjee 1 Aug 2024

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