Kodagu - 13 Attractions You Must Visit
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About Kodagu
The thickly wooded grandeur on the Western Ghats, is the most beautiful hill station of Karnataka.
Types of Attractions in Kodagu
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List of Attractions in Kodagu
Abbey Falls Madkeri
Waterfalls
Plantations
The waterfalls which is located between private coffee plantation. There is a hanging bridge constructed just opposite to the falls.
Dubare Elephant Camp-Resort-Junglelodges
Zoos
Wildlife Safari Spots
Short Hikes
An important base for the Karnataka Forest Department's elephants. At present, after logging operations with elephants have ceased, the elephants have been practically retired except for giving interaction activities with them to tourists.
Iruppu Waterfalls, Brahmagiri
Waterfalls
Viewpoints
The waterfall which is located in the Brahmagiri range which was a freshwater cascade. It was also known as the Lakshmana tirtha waterfalls.
Madikeri Fort
Viewpoints
Forts
Notable Architectures
one of the interesting places for sightseeing in Coorg built in the last quarter of the 17th century by Mudduraja. It was first built in the last quarter of 17th century by Mudduraja. There was a palace built inside the fort as well.
Mandalpatti Peak
Viewpoints
Mountain Peaks
Off-road Spots
Short Hikes
Part of Pushpagiri reserve forest, Mandalpatti Peak is a mist covered peak accessible only by vehicles capable of off roading or by hike. The grassland laden peak offers great views of the valleys and the hills below. Mandalpatti is also known as ‘Mugilu-Peth’ or ‘Mugilu-Pete’ in local language. It means Market of Cloud, a very apt name for the place.
Nagarhole National Park And Tiger Reserve
1 Day Treks
Off-road Spots
Forests
Wildlife Sanctuaries
Also known as Rajiv Gandhi national park which stands on the banks of river Bhima which was declared ass the thirty-seventh project tiger, Tiger reserves of India in 1999.
Namdroling Monastery Golden Temple
Buddhist Temples
This is the largest teaching center of the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism in the World. This monastery is home for the sangha community of over five thousand Lamas.
Nisargadhama
Outdoors- Other
Islands
Wildlife Sanctuaries
Tourism, wildlife sanctuary,photography, picnic spot and boating.
Omkareshwara temple
Hindu Temples
Notable Architectures
An ancient shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva which was constructed in a mix of gothic and Islamic styles. Omkareshwara Temple was built by Lingarajendra in 1820 CE. The Shivalinga installed inside the temple is believed to be brought from Kashi.
Pushpagiri
1 Day Treks
Mountain Peaks
Hill Stations
A mountain peak in Kodagu district surrounded by Pushpagiri wildlife sanctuary. Well known for trekking. Pushpagiri is the highest peak in Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary in the Western Ghats of Karnataka.
Raja's Seat
Viewpoints
Parks
Raja's seat is a seasonal garden of flowers and artificial fountains. A mountain peak in Kodagu district surrounded by Pushpagiri wildlife sanctuary. Well known for trekking. Pushpagiri is the highest peak in Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary in the Western Ghats of Karnataka.
Tadiandamol Hills
1 Day Treks
Mountain Peaks
Off-road Spots
This is the highest mountain in Kodagu district and also the third highest peak in Karnataka. Trekkers paradise, offroad, adventure. The peak presents amazing opportunities for trekking lovers. Once at the peak, tourists are offered with breathtaking views of the area around amidst an exceptionally calm and refreshing atmosphere.
Talakaveri Temple
Viewpoints
Hindu Temples
Mountain Peaks
A hill station and a temple located on the slopes of the Brahmagiri hills which was the birthplace of Sacred river Kaveri.
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