Himavad Gopalaswamy Betta is located inside Bandipur National Park, about 70 km to the South of Mysore. It sits amidst a range of tall peaks surrounded by thick forests and green valleys. It gets its name from a Krishna Temple, but what makes it special is its prefix, Himavad which actually means packed with mist, a sight that is quite common on the peak. The hill lies in a protected territory and the complete silence, broken only by the early morning sounds of animals and birds, combined with the curtains of mist and clouds, is surreal. More than 2800 feet above sea level, the road to the top of Gopalaswamy Betta is winding in some parts and straight climb in others. On top sits the 14th century Krishna Temple from where you can also have beautiful and unrestricted panoramic views of the hills and vales for miles around.