Kunti Betta has gained popularity over the years because of its trekking trails. Trekking to the top of the hill is a thrilling experience for adventure seekers. The trekking distance is about two kilometers one way, totaling 04 km. It takes about 02 to 03 hours to complete. Kunti Betta is approximately 2,882 feet (878 meters) above sea level.
Kunti Betta is about 126 km from Bangalore and 30 km from Mysore. 26 km from Mandya city and about 14 km from Sri Rangapatnam, Kunti Betta is 04 km from Pandavapur.
With its rocky faces and a stone pillar at its highest point, Kunti Betta is difficult to see from Pandavapura. While trekking, you can see layers of slopes before your eyes. At the head of theKunti Betta, one can see the crocodile-faced rock and the rocks that formed the pots used by the Pandavas for cooking. As you climb the stone paths surrounded by rocks and lush greenery, you will be transported to a world of enchantment.
History
This Kunti Betta has significant mythological landscape and historical legend significance. According to legend, during their exile, Kunti and the Pandavas took refuge in the caves of Kunti Betta. It is believed that Kunti used to offer prayers to the deities here and seek their blessings, hence the name Kunti Betta.
Pandavapura is surrounded by paddy fields, coconut trees and sugarcane ranches. At the head of the slope is a pot-shaped stone and stone pit where she is said to have prepared food. The Pandavas ended their 12-year long exile here. Hence it is said that this town got its name as ‘Pandavapura’.
