Finally I have something to say. It had been more than 6 months since I went to a long ride. Ok for a 240 kms round trip, no self respecting bike rider would say as long but then,something is better than nothing at all. As it goes, the trip was initiated by some enthusiasts who have been to bidar previously. Bidar was probably chosen because of its closeness and good stretch of road which connects it to hyderabad.We started from lingampally,Hyderabad at around 7.30 even though we were scheduled to leave at around 6.15AM. We had people joining from various places and some of them first timers, so it was all expected. For the records,There were 10 bikes and 20 people and we reached Bidar at around 9AM without any hiccup mid way.
I will, however tell the reason why we went to Bidar in first place and that is the fort over there.It also has India's second largest canon. After the fort, we visited a gurudwara near followed by Papnash temple. The Gurudwara provides excellent lunch and suplimented by peace and calmness, all this for free. If you want to voulnteer, you can do that also.
The Papnash temple must have a special mention. This peculiar temple is located under a huge rock. And to reach, you have to traverse through almost neck deep(and muddy) water for 200 metres. It is actually like a cave full of water, and on ceiling you can see hundreds bats hanging, to add to the effect.
Following are some pics from that ride, I don't like writing travel logs much and believe photos are mightier than words.
Jemshed on his now defunct avenger 180 with Sadiq the photographer.
That's me with Jemshed and others at some break-fast point.
And no its not Afghanistan. Welcome to Bidar.
Clock-tower at Bidar.
A famous Madarsa in Bidar.
Bidar Fort. The reason for the ride.
India's second largest canon. And I don't know where the First one is.
We all at papnash temple near Bidar.
Information if you are in hyderabad and want a days break by leaving towards Bidar:
distance from Hyderabad to Bidar is about 115kms. Roads are generally good. You have to take Pune highway, from there its easy as hell, just don't miss the all important right turn near zaheerabad.
The Papnash temple must have a special mention. This peculiar temple is located under a huge rock. And to reach, you have to traverse through almost neck deep(and muddy) water for 200 metres. It is actually like a cave full of water, and on ceiling you can see hundreds bats hanging, to add to the effect.
Following are some pics from that ride, I don't like writing travel logs much and believe photos are mightier than words.
Jemshed on his now defunct avenger 180 with Sadiq the photographer.
That's me with Jemshed and others at some break-fast point.
And no its not Afghanistan. Welcome to Bidar.
Clock-tower at Bidar.
A famous Madarsa in Bidar.
Bidar Fort. The reason for the ride.
India's second largest canon. And I don't know where the First one is.
We all at papnash temple near Bidar.
Information if you are in hyderabad and want a days break by leaving towards Bidar:
distance from Hyderabad to Bidar is about 115kms. Roads are generally good. You have to take Pune highway, from there its easy as hell, just don't miss the all important right turn near zaheerabad.
