Top Travel Destination in Karnataka

Bangalore

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Bangalore is the well known capital of Karnataka situated on southern Deccan plateau of Karnataka. City has been providing a shelter to more than 6 million people out of the estimated population of Karnataka. The heart of Karnataka, Bangalore is acknowledged worldwide for its Information technology (IT sector).

Mysore

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Mysore is located in Southern India and is the second biggest city of Karnataka. The city was also the former capital of the Wodeyar dynasty and is also colloquially referred as the cultural capital of the state. The city also claims its name to fame for being the second cleanest city of the country. The nearest international airport to the city is Bangalore airport, which is located near Devanahalli. The Mysore airport is situated 12 km away from the city. There are many places one can visit while in Mysore such as Mysore Palace, Brindavan Gardens, Chamundi Hills, Jagmohan Palace and Art Gallery, Lalit Mahal Palace, St. Philomenas Church, Parks and Gardens, Datta Peetham, Mysore Zoo, Karanji Kere, Jayalakshmivilas mansion, Happy Man Park etc. Some of the popular restaurants in the city are By The Way, Madhva Bhavan, Hotel Mylari, Gayathri Tiffin Room, Shilpashri Rooftop Restaurant, Veg Kourt, Samrat Vegetarian Restaurant etc.

Badami

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The town of Badami in Karnataka was the regal capital of Badami Chalukya dynasty during 540 to 757 AD. It was formerly known as Vatapi. The town got its name from a demon Vatapi. The two famous hills in the town representing Vatapi and his brother are of Badam (Almond) like colour, which gave the town its new name Badami.

Belgaum

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Belgaum is a city in the state of Karnataka, bordering with Maharashtra and Goa. It got its name from Venugrama, meaning Bamboo Village. The city is known by several names; Marathi people call it Belgav, Kannada Belgavi and people of South Karnataka call it Belagam.

Hubli

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Hubli is a city of Karnataka and is also reckoned as the most thriving city in Bangalore. It the largest city of North Karnataka and many also call it the "Chota Mumbai". The city is flocked by students every year to study in its esteemed universities. The Hubli Airport is located in North Karnataka. It is a public sector airport and one can board flights to Bangalore, Mumbai, Delhi, Jabalpur, Hyderabad, Chennai and Singapore from the city. The city is also connected with the Indian Rail Network. One can easily reach to places like Bangalore, Bijapur, Solapur, Bellary, Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune, Ajmer, New Delhi, Nizamuddin, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Vasco, Vijayawada, Madgao, Mysore, Kakinada, Tirupathi, Chennai etc. via trains. Hubli slumps on the "Golden Quadrilateral" Super highway, National Highway 4; National Highway 63 (Ankola - Gooty), and National Highway 218 (Hubli - Humnabad). One can reach to various regions like Bangalore, Bijapur, Bagalkot, Chennai, Mangalore etc. from Hubli by road journey.

Chikmagalur

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Chikmangalur district of Karnataka is also known as the land of coffee. The name literally means ‘Younger Daughter’. It was given as dowry to the younger daughter of Rukmangada, the legendary chief of Sakrepatna.

Gulbarga

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Gulbarga , which is also referred as Kalburgi is a city located in Karnataka and is also the administrative headquarters of Gulbarga District. It is situated 623 km away from Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka, and 200 km away from Hyderabad. The city was also part of Hyderabad and ruled by the Nizams. The meaning of Gulbarga in poetic Persian is "place of flowers and petals". According to historians, it was Rashtrakutas and later Chalukyas who ruled over the region. The district had been part of the empires of kings of Delhi too. The meaning of ‘Gul’ in Persian language is flower and ‘barga’ means garden. Thus, ‘Gulbarga’ means ‘flower garden’. There is also a fort of Gulbarga built in the city that is visited by the travellers taking a sojourn in the city. Gulbarga city is also known for being the highest producer of pigeon peas & toor dal in the state.

Hassan

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Hassan is a city situated in Karnataka and is the district headquarters of Hassan district. Also referred as a town, Hassan city is located exactly 934 m above sea level. The weather in the city is very much similar to Bangalore. Founded by a chieftain, Channa Krishnappa Naik in 11th century, the city has been named after the Goddess "Hassanamba". Many also colloquially call it Karnataka’s temple-architectural capital. The average literacy rate in the country is 79% and 10% of the population in the city is under 6 years of age. The former Prime Minister of the country, Mr. H.D. Deve Gowda belonged to Hassan district. There are two main parties in the city namely, Janata Dal Secular (JDS) and Congress (INC). The city has its own bus terminus, which operates buses to various major cities in west and south India. The nearest airports are located in Mysore, Bangalore and Mangalore.

Srirangapatna

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Srirangapatna, is a town located in Karnataka and also near to Mysore. The town is also of great religious, historic and cultural significance. It is located 15 km away from the Mysore city and sprawls on the neighboring district of Mandya. The town is surrounded by the Kaveri River. One can reach the town from Bangalore and Mysore via trains and the road route can also be opted via Bangalore-Mysore highway. The highway makes its way through this town without affecting much of the serenity of the region. The town derives its name from the Ranganathaswamy temple, which is the prime temple of the region. The various islands of river Kaveri are considered as sacred by Sri Ranganathaswamy. The large temples have been dedicated to the deity of 3 largest islands that are formed by the Kaveri rivers. Many also flock to the town to visit the Kaveri river’s Paschima Vaahini section, which is considered sacred by many people.

Aihole

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Aihole is a village that is located in the Indian State of Karnataka. In the foregone times, Aihole was known as Ayyavole and Aryapura. It served as the authoritarian throne for the Chalukya dynasty. This village is renowned for housing the temple complex that dates back to the 5th century. There is a group of the Hindu temples, Jain Temples, and Buddhist Temples. All temples in Aihole reflect the Chalukyan style of architecture.   Fed by the tributaries of the river Malaprabha, Aihole is located 510 km away from Bangalore. This village spans a huge area. The major portion of the land of Aihole is a rough terrain. Its climate is described as a local steppe in nature. Throughout the year, this village receives rainfall at regular intervals due to the effect of the western disturbance. However, the median mercury levels scale between 26°C-38°C across the year.   Aihole offers a number of attractions to its visitors. The must-visit place in Aihole is the group of monuments that comprises 125 stone carved Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist temples. Also, you can visit the local markets to collect souvenirs and treat your taste buds.

Bellary

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Bellary is a city that is located in the Indian state of Karnataka. This city exists since the Neolithic Age. The artifacts that were discovered during the excavation revealed the astonishing facts about the earliest inhabitance in Bellary. The city of Bellary was ruled by the powerful clans like Maurya, Sattvahana, Badami, Kalyani, and Hoysala. After the defeat of Hoysala clan, the Muslim rulers took over as the supreme authority and built many splendors in Indo-Islamic architecture.   The city of Bellary is hoisted at a height of 1,590 feet above the sea level. The jagged terrains of Bellary cover an entire area of 90 sq. km. The climate of the city of Bellary is described as humid in nature. This city encounters warm temperatures during the summers with an average of 38°C. The winter season is a pleasant season as the median mercury levels do not rise above 25°C.   There are numerous places of interest located in Bellary. The frequented attractions in this city are the Bellary Fort, Kumbara Hills, Kategudda Park, Bellary Zoo, and the well-known shopping malls.

Belur

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Belur is a town located in Hassan district of Karnataka. Standing amid the populated cities of Karnataka, this region was the capital of the kingdom of Hoysala in the foregone times. The city houses numerous grandeurs that were erected during the reign of the Hoysala clan. At present, it is recognized as a frequented tourist site in Karnataka. Belur is elevated 3,200 feet above the sea level and unrolls over a vast area. The land of Belur, in a majority, is a jagged plain and is fed by the tributaries of the River Tungabhadra. It has a subtropical climate and encounters a moderate weather amid the year. The summers witness an average temperature of 33°C. During the winters, the median temperature falls down below 16°C. Belur receives an adequate annual rainfall of 3670 mm.   The town of Belur is famous for housing the Chennakeshava Temple. It is a grandeur that showcases the skillful architecture during the reign of Hoysala dynasty. It houses the idols of the Hindu deities that are ornamented with the precious gemstones and metals.

Bijapur

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Bijapur is a well-known city located in Karnataka. Formerly, it was known by the name of Vijayapura. This city is famous as the 'Historical City' of Karnataka as it houses the astounding and ancient historical monuments. They were constructed during the reign of the ruling dynasties of Bijapur. The city is visited by the hundreds of visitors amid the year.   Standing at a height of 2500 feet above the sea level, Bijapur is spread over vast acres of land. The craggy terrains of Bijapur are fed by the waters of the River Krishna & its tributaries. Bijapur shares its boundaries with Solapur in North, Bagalkot in South, Belgaum in West and Gulbarga in East. It has a subtropical climate. It faces scorching summers with an average temperature of 33°C and mild winters with the median mercury level of 16°C. The annual precipitation received by Bijapur is 2760 mm.   The 'Historical City' is bedecked with amazing architectural grandeurs. The notable tourist sites include the names like Gol Gumbaz, Tomb of Ibrahim Adil Shah II, Upli Burj, Memorial of King Edward VII, Basavan Bagewadi, Shree Siddeshwar Temple, Mecca mosque, Jami Masjid etc. that are visited by the tourists.

Hampi

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Hampi is an ancient town and a reckoned UNESCO world heritage site located in the Indian state of Karnataka. In the bygone times, Hampi was known by the name of Pampa-kshetra as it was named after Goddess Pampa. Later on, the name was modified to Hampe and after that as Hampi. It is best known for housing the famous group of monuments that are the true identity of the region of Hampi.   The city of Hampi is hoisted at a height of 1500 feet above the sea level. Its craggy terrains spread over vast acres of land and are fed by the waters of the River Tungabhadra. Hampi is surrounded by Koppal in North, Chitradurga in South, Kurnool in East and Haveri in West. It climate is described as tropical-warm in nature. This region faces humid summers with the median temperature of 37°C and pleasant winters with an average temperature of 15°C.   The group of monuments, which include the ruins of the Hindu and Jain temples, are the eminent tourist attractions. All these buildings and amenities depict the skillful architecture of the ancient India & lure the visitors on a large scale.

Coorg

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Coorg, officially known as Kodagu, is an enchanting hill station located in the Indian state of Karnataka. In the erstwhile times, Coorg used to be a princely state but was merged into the Indian union in the year 1956. This bewildering hill station is bestowed with the beauty of nature in profusion in the form of hills, valleys and waterfalls. Amid the year, Coorg is visited by countless holidaymakers.   Resting on the arms of the Western Ghats, Coorg is uplifted at a height of 390 feet above the sea level. The hilly terrains of this region span a total area of 4,100 sq. km. that are fed by the waters of the River Kaveri. The climate of Coorg is defined as a tropical cool. Amid the year, it faces a pleasant weather. The median temperatures are mild as they scale between 17°C-24°C. It also receives an ample amount of rainfall during monsoons.   Coorg is adorned with beautiful attractions. These must-visit places include the names like Iruppu Falls, Brahmagiri Hills, Omkareshwara Shiva Temple, Nagarhole Wildlife Sanctuary, Abbey Falls, along with the local markets.

Karwar

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Karwar is a city that lies in the Indian state of Karnataka. Before India was a free country, Karwar was spelled as Carwar as it was anglicized by the British. The name of this city translates into the 'last stop' in Kannada language. This has emanated as a popular tourist site due to its tantalizing geographical location and picturesque surroundings.   This holiday destination is located close to the shoreline of the Arabian Sea. Karwar is elevated 20 feet above the sea level and spread across an area of 27 sq. km. Due to the closer proximity to the Arabian Sea, Karwar has a tropical warm climate. Amid the year, this city encounters warm temperatures as the median mercury level scales between 27°C-35°C. During the monsoon, the temperatures fall down by few degrees.   Karwar is blessed with the beauty of nature in plenty. There are numerous serene spots where one can succumb to nature. The beautiful Western Ghats are the perfect trekking spot, the mangrove woods are every traveler's delight, and the beaches of Karwar will take away the stress as you'll enjoy a nice time on the warm sands.

Mangalore

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Mangalore is a well-known city located in the Indian state of Karnataka. Officially, this city is known by the name of Mangaluru. This city is named after the Hindu goddess Mangaladevi, the presiding deity in Mangala Devi Temple. Mangalore is the largest city in South Karnataka and is tagged as the hub of industries, healthcare and, education in the region.   The city of Mangalore is set along the shoreline of the Arabian Sea. With an elevation of 72 feet above the sea level, the city spans a gross area of 132 sq. km. The rivers like Netravati and Gurupura flow through the city and are a major source of the supply of water. The climate of the city of Mangalore is defined as tropical wet in nature. It usually faces humid summers with an average temperature of 38°C. The winter season decreases the humidity as the median mercury levels drop below 15°C. The monsoon season is another prime season that brings a heavy rainfall in the city.   Mangalore houses different places that should be visited. The prime destinations in the city are Pilikula Theme Park, Panambur Beach, Manjunatha Temple, Manasa Amusement Park, Adyar Waterfall, and much more.

Shimoga

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Shimoga, now known as Shivamogga, is a city located in the Indian state of Karnataka. Shimoga was a part of the Mauryan Empire in the 3rd century. Later on, the land of Shimoga was ruled by various other dynasties like Kadamba, Rashtrakuta, Chalukya, Hoysala, and Nayak. Under the rule of Nayak dynasty, this city flourished speedily. After the independence, Shimoga was merged into the Indian union.   Shimoga is hoisted at a height of 1,867 feet above the sea level. The jagged plain of this city, beckoned by the Western Ghats, spread over an area of 70 sq. km. The River Tunga flows through Shimoga and serves as the major source of water. It has a subtropical climate. The average temperatures, during the scorching summer season, shoot up beyond 38°C. The mild winters are soothing as the average temperature falls below 14°C. Shimoga receives a sufficient amount of downpour during monsoons.   The city of Shimoga houses a large number of places of interest. The palace of Shivanappa, Tyaverkoppa Reserve, Mandaggade Bird Sanctuary, Gudde Mardi hill, and the local astir markets and cinema halls should be visited in Shimoga.

Udupi

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Udupi is a well-known temple town that lies in the Indian state of Karnataka. This town is reckoned amid the most-visited temple towns in India. Udupi is a home of largest Hindu shrines in Karnataka. All the pious temples are beautifully carved and are visited by devotees in a large number. It is worth to pay a visit to this enchanting temple town.   Set along the shoreline of the Arabian Sea, the temple town of Udupi is hoisted at a height of 130 feet above the sea level. The land of this region is a rugged terrain that spans an entire area of 24 sq. km. The climate of this region is described as the tropical monsoon in nature. It encounters the summer season with an average temperature of 37°C and winters with an average of 18°C. The monsoon season is a major season that brings a heavy downpour accompanied by cyclones.   There are amazing places of interest located in Udupi. The eminent attractions in Udupi are the beaches like Malpe, Mary's Island, Othinane etc. The shrines like Udupi Krishna Mandir, Attur Church, Jamia Mosque, Parmeshwari Durga Temple, and much more are swarmed by visitors and devotees.

Kodagu

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Bestowed with the beauty of nature in abundance, Kodagu is an alluring district located in Karnataka. In the pre-independence era, Kodagu was known as Coorg but, in the year 1956 it was merged with the state of Mysore. Today, this beautiful township is promoted as a tourist destination by the government of Karnataka.   Resting in the enchanting Western Ghats, Kodagu cascades over 4000 sq. km. and is fed by the waters of the River Kaveri. The district of Kodagu is bordered by Mysore in East, Dakshina Kannada in South, Kasaragod in West and Hassan in North. Since Kodagu rests in the Western Ghats, its climate is tropical cool in nature. It encounters pleasant temperatures amid the year. The summers have the median temperature of 32°C and the winters witness the average mercury level at 12°C. The average rainfall received by Kodagu is 3700 mm annually.   Kodagu is nature's bounty and houses some amazing tourist destinations. The Iruppu Falls, Abbey Falls, Brahmagiri Hills, Omkareshwara Temple, Mercara Fort, Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary, Rajiv Gandhi National Park etc. are the remarkable names in the list of tourist attractions in Kodagu.

Chamarajanagar

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Named after Chamaraja Wodeyar IX, the former ruler of Mysore, Chamarajanagar is a city and district that is located in the Indian state of Karnataka. The previous name of Chamarajanagar was Arikottara and was formed after its division from Mysore in the year 1998. This city and district houses various attractions and thus, have emerged as a most-preferred choice for spending the holidays.   Chamarajanagar is elevated at a height of 2,172 feet above the sea level and spans a complete area of 5,101 sq. km. The terrains of its region are classified as craggy and are fed by the tributaries of the river Suvarnavathi. Chamarajanagar has a tropical-moderate climate. During summers, the average temperature scales between 33°C-41°C and might receive some rainfall. During winters, the mercury level drops down and remains constant between 14°C-24°C.   There are various places that will catch your attention in Chamarajanagar. You can visit Ayyappa Temple, B.R Hills, Shivsamudram Falls, Gopalaswamy Hills, Male Mahadeshwara Temple, Chennapura Temple, and the local markets etc.