Muthyalamaduvu is a picnic spot 40 km from Bangalore near Anekal.

In Kannada, Muthyalamaduvu means 'pearl valley' (muthu = pearl and maduvu = valley), apparently named for its 92 feet waterfall, whose falling water appears to look like drops of pearl.

The source of the water is the nearby Onakanahalli Tank. There are quite a few resorts to chose from nearby and there is a KSTDC run restaurant. Due to its verdant foliage, Muthyalamaduvu is popular among urbanites as a weekend retreat.

Muthyalamaduvu is an hours drive from Bangalore. It is approximately 35 km on the periphery of Bannerghatta National Park.

To reach the place, head out on Banneraghatta Road, continue beyond Banneraghatta National Park and reach Anekal. The road from Bangalore to Anekal is quite good but after the right turn at Anekal for Muthyalamaduvu, don't expect good roads (Or don't expect roads :-)).

The entire stretch from Bangalore (after Bannerghatta National Park) is very scenic and beautiful. Don't expect to find any food or accommodations, but you may find some one selling beer and soft drinks.

August to November (Rainy Season) is the right time to enjoy this pearl-fully beautiful place.

There are two routes to reach Pearl Valley - 1.Take Bannerghatta Road and reach Bannerghatta National Park. Continue beyond and reach Anekal. Take a right turn at Anekal and after about 15 minutes drive you will reach the spot. (Distance : 40 km) 2.Take Hosur Road, continue beyond Electronic City and reach Attibele. Take a right turn and reach Anekal. Again, take a right turn at Anekal and after about 15 minutes drive you will reach the spot. (Distance : 45 km)

Route sketch:

Route 1: Bangalore—>Banneraghatta Road—>Banneraghatta National Park—>Anekal—>Muthyala Maduvu

Route 2: Bangalore—>Hosur Road—>Chandapura—>Anekal—>Muthyala Maduvu

It is better to take the second route as it is a highway with less traffic compared to the weekend traffic on Bannerghatta Road and to take the first route while returning.

Source: Wiki