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credible place is a home to the humongous mountains, panoramic natural beauty, forest covered hills, spice and coffee plantations etc. Madikeri is the central point of the Coorg, which has ample of the public transports heading towards all major places of its proximity. Varied flora and fauna, preserved natural forests and wild-life sanctuaries of Coorg add cherry to the cake. If you are looking forward to visit Coorg in the coming vacations, here are a few places that deserve a must during your stay.
Abbey fall is definitely the most amazing destination in Coorg, Karnataka. The widespread greenery, free flowing water adds charm to the place. The water falling from the height of 70ft offers a picturesque view, which will surely leave you mesmerized. If you want to capture the best view of this beautiful art of nature, then you must head towards hanging bridge across the gorge.
Located in the Western Ghat in Coorg, Talakaveri wildlife sanctuary is spread over 105.01 Sq. Km and covered with tropical evergreen forests. You can also find a few coffee and cardamom plantation within the sanctuary. Talakaveri wildlife sanctuary is home to a wide variety of the flora, birds, mammals, reptiles etc. The nearest airport to Talakaveri wildlife sanctuary is Bangalore (300km), whereas the nearest railheads are Mysore (165km) and Mangalore (130km).
Madikeri fort shows a prosperous history of Coorg. Made in the 17th century, Madikeri fort stands in the center of the Madikeri town. Here you don't have to pay any additional charge for entry, camera, and parking. The average time to explore this place is 2 hours. Due to its location in the center of the town, it is well connected by the road networks.
Dubare Elephant Camp is a collective effort of the Forest Department and Jungle Lodges & Resort Ltd. to create a soothing environment for elephants. Here, a trained naturalist explains the various aspects of elephants history, ecology, and biology.
Situated in the town of Madikeri in Coorg, Omkareshwara Temple is a shrine dedicated to lord Shiva. The temple reflects mix arts of Gothic and Islamic style. A large number of devotees gather here from all corners of the country to worship Lord Shiva. The temple is located in Madikeri town which is well connected by road and has ample of public transports moving frequently to this place. Best time to visit is during the month of October and January.
Located in Madikeri town Coorg, Mandalpatti viewpoint is an absolute haunt for the nature lovers, photo fanatics, and adventure seekers. As a favorite destination for the travelers, Mandalpatti View Point has a spell-binding impact on visitors. The place is open all days of the week from 6 AM to 6 PM. It will take 4-5 hours to explore the place completely. Mandalpatti View Point is well connected by roads and has ample of the public transport, but you may also use your own vehicle to reach the place.
Very close to Nagarhole National Park lies yet another picturesque sight outpouring Iruppu Falls. This fresh water stream originates from Brahmagiri Mountain range is located in Kodagu district of Karnataka, which falls from the height of 170 feet. The noise of free flowing waterfall, the chirping of the birds, it seems nature is playing music. It is one of the most loved picnic spots. The wide-spread greenery and the silence of dark forest will definitely leave you mesmerized.
If you are an adventure lover, then Honnamanna Kere is the best place to visit in Coorg. So pack your tracking bag this vacation, as this place offers the thrill of rock climbing. Many adventure geeks flock to this place to witness the captivating view of adjoining Gavi Betta and Mori Betta hills and try some thrilling task like trekking and rock climbing during winters.
If you are a wildlife enthusiast, then you should never miss visiting Nagarhole National Park, on your trip to Coorg. The dense forest, free-flowing River, animals and more than 270 species of birds makes it the perfect destination. You can enjoy bird watching, feel the majestic life of jungle with animals like tigers, elephants, sloth bear, it is undoubtedly an eye-delight for the photographers.
Mallalli Falls cascade offers stunning scenic view is one of the best places to visit near Coorg. It is located in the northern region of Kodagu District, Karnataka. The Kumaradhara River is the main source of this outpouring stream. The captivating sight of Mallalli Falls is a true delight for the eyes of nature lovers. It rests at the foot of Pushpagiri Hill Ranges, 25 kilometers from Somvarpet or 42 km from Kushalnagar.
Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary is home to many rare and endangered species of birds and animals. It is one among the 21 wildlife sanctuaries in Karnataka, located in Somwarpet taluk of Kodagu district in southern Karnataka. It covers the area of 102 km, which comprises of Bisle reserve forest in north and Kukke Subramanya forest range in the west. It is also proposed as World Heritage site by UNESCO, where you can find Indian Wild Dog, Brown Palm Civet, Indian Giant Squirrel, Indian Hare, Spotted Deer, Sambar, Indian Muntjac, Gaur, Asian Elephant, Wild Pig, Giant Flying Squirrel, Travancore Flying, Otter species, Stripe-necked mongoose and mouse deer.
Away from the hustle-bustle of the city life, Veerabhoomi Tourist Village is situated near Kushalanagar, Kodagu. The widespread natural landscape, hills, streams and rich foliage adds charm to this place. If youre in Coorg dont miss to visit this place, as it offers total Cultural Heritage adventure. It is a perfect weekend getaway from Bangalore and Chennai, which will definitely refresh you.
Nisargadhama is a small island near Coorg, which covers the area of 64 acres and elegantly ringed by Cauvery River. It is one of the most loved picnic spots and perfect weekend getaway from Chennai, Mysore, and Bangalore. The widespread lush green forest, thick bamboo groves, sandalwood, teak trees and small cottages on the river side compel you to love this place more. It is located at the distance of 3 km from Kushalanagara, 30 km from Madikeri and 95 km from Mysore.
Plan a trip to Coorg to experience the blend of multiple cultures at one place. While in Coorg, dont miss to visit famous Namdroling monastery, which is yet another Golden Temple of India. Each painting is designed neatly by gold work depicting the gods, demons and the culture of Tibet and phases of Buddha's life. It is the perfect destination for peace lovers.
One of the most loved picnic spots near Coorg, Cauvery Nisargadhama is located 30 kilometers from Madikeri. It is a naturally formed island forest by River Kaveri, rich in bamboo groves and sandalwood and teak trees. The place offers you a bundle of joy, starting from deer park, peacock park, rabbit park and the river flowing through across the island. Dont miss to visit this lovely place near Madikeri, if you are in Coorg. Along with scenic beauty, you can also enjoy boating, swimming, and bonfires near riverside cottages.
The Bylakuppe is beautiful Tibetan hamlet settled near Kushalanagara, which was established by Lugsum Samdupling in 1961 and Dickyi Larsoe. It is located to the west of Mysore District in Karnataka. The beautiful Namdroling Monastery or Golden Temple, which is the largest teaching center of Nyingmapa, an ancestry of Tibetan Buddhism, and houses over five thousand monks and nuns, is really a cultural delight for tourist visiting this place.
The Bhagamandala is temple town near Coorg, located 33 kilometers from Madikeri and roughly a 4 hour drive from Mysore. The beautiful town is a home of Sri Bhagandeshwara Temple and the Triveni Sangam, which is the meeting junction of 3 rivers; Kaveri, Kannike and Sujyoti. The devotees heading towards Talakaveri takes dip her.
Harangi Dam is located in small Hamlet of western Ghat Hadgur, which lies at the distance of 34 Kms from Madikeri & 10 Km from Kushalnagar. It is constructed across the tributary of river Kaveri, which is 846 meters long with a height of 47 meters. The monsoon is the best time to visit this place, the noise of the falling water from the floodgates of the dam offers a picturesque sight.
Situated at an altitude of 1754m, Thadiyandamol is the highest peak in Coorg. From this point, you can get the spell-binding views of amazing mountain ranges and valleys of Coorg. Here you can also explore humongous mountains merging smoothly into the azure sky. The lush green vegetation of Thadiyandamol Hills is spreading everywhere. It also offers the exhilarating mountain trekking to its visitors. The best time to visit Thadiyandamol Hills is post-monsoon.
Dubare Reserve Forest is best known for its elephant reservoir. Here you can see a trained naturalist explaining about roles and importance of elephants in our eco-system. Visitors can interact with elephants and involve in various activities involving elephants. Dont forget to enjoy the jungle camping, elephant riding and river rafting at Dubare Reserve Forest.Dubare Reserve Forest is located at a distance of 100Km from Mysore, 30Km from Madikeri and 15Km from Kushalnagar.
Brahmagiri peak is known for its panoramic beauty and exhilarating trekking experience. This exquisite place is located on the border of Kodagu (Coorg) district in Karnataka and wayanad district in Kerala at a height of 5276 feet from the mean sea level. The single side 6 Km trekking is best-undertaken post monsoon. One route to reach Bhramagiri Peak is through Nagarhole national park, whereas the second root is as follows from Mysore-Begur-Gundlupet-Sultan Bathery-Thirunelli.
Situated near Yavakapadi village, Nalknad palace is a true architectural marvel. This historical palace was allegedly constructed between 1792 and 1794 AD. This well-maintained palace can evoke a royal feeling within you. It is located in the lush green foothills of Thadiyandamol, The highest mountain in Coorg. The suitable time to visit this palace is from October to June.
Burude means skull in Kannada (local language of Karnataka). Situated in Karwar, this beautiful waterfall needs to be trekked through small creaks to reach. In the winters, mist adds the cherry to the cake to the scenic beauty of this place. It is very difficult to access the valleys and falls in winters and monsoon. The best time to visit this place is early summer.
The nearest railway station to this scenic place is Siddapur town whereas Mysore is the nearest airport. It is well-connected by road with Banglore (450Km), Siddapur (20Km) and Sirsi (45Km). There are loads of the public transports ferrying to this place.
