India, March 28 -- Several residents in Bengaluru are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and capitalize on the upcoming long weekend by going on mini vacations. March 29 is Good Friday, and followed by the weekend, therefore, here is a list of the top five places you can escape to for a last minute holiday from Bengaluru:

1. Horsley Hills: A three-hour ride through highways and beautiful villages, Horsley Hills is situated around 150 km away from Bengaluru in Andhra Pradesh. Check this one out for a quieter and scenic one-day trip with beautiful terrain of mountains dotted with green.

2. Gudibande Fort: The fort is at a distance of 100 kilometres from the tech hub. It offers a lot more than just a hike, with its ...