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

Activities Around

List of Attractions in Kodagu

Abbey Falls Madkeri

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nisargadhama

Outdoors- Other

Islands

Wildlife Sanctuaries

Tourism, wildlife sanctuary,photography, picnic spot and boating.

Omkareshwara temple

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

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

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

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

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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