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Silk, sandalwood and spices.  Karnataka's wealth has a thousand other treasures hidden away.  With the perfume of roasted coffee beans, jasmines, roses and incense, this land of fragrance boasts of a multitude of other charming contrasts too. Get all the information you would need to visit many of the Cities/Towns of Karnataka like Mangalore, Bangalore, Mysore, Madikeri, Dharwad, Bijapur, Karwar, Hassan and many more Read On 

Wonders of the Wild Life
Explore Karnataka where nature hums a fresh song everyday, where nature creates a new rhythm  every minute. To unveil a beauty that is sublime, solemn, and spellbinding. Yes, Our Karnataka is a  land that awakes to a beautiful morning. Go here to know more about the exotic resorts, National Parks, and other adventures like  Bheemeshwari, B.R. Hills, Bhadra Sanctuary, Dandeli Kali , Nagarahole National Park , Rangana Thittu Bird sanctuary, Kabini River Lodge Karapur, and Bandipur Read On


Koppa, the Kashmir of Karnataka!

Koppa, the name sounds very much home to most of us. Currently, in its 104th year of its inception to be approximate, it is a prominent taluk in Malnad District. Koppa has carved a niche for itself over the years. This article tries to explore the beauty of this land. The nature where Koppa is situated is enticing to scenic-lovers. It is enclosed by Sahayadri mountain range. It is also referred to as 'Kashmir of Karnataka' minus the snow. This makes its environment conducive for growing coffee, tea, paddy etc. Meruthi hillock near Basrikatte is a hill station. Read On 


Take a Hike to Mahanavami Gavi in North Canara!!
B.R Sathish writes (Kannada Baraha) about this beautiful place on earth.. a must see for a trekker! or May be  along the Gorgeous Aghanashini

More Trekking Spots for the Hard-core Trekkers : 
  • Agumbe Ghat and Narasimha Parvata
    Agumbe Ghats: View of Barkhana ValleyNarasimha Parvata is the tallest peak in these part of the Western Ghats and is about 3780 feet. were just in time to see the sunset. It was one of the clearest sunsets .It was beautiful sight to see the change in the colors the sky. You can see the majestic kudremukh ranges. These mountain ranges form a very beautiful sight and look like the undulations of waveform. The sun rise is equally enchanting. We just sat there on one of the peaks and viewed the sun rise.. Read On
  • Yana - A Must for Hikers/Trekkers
    Yaana TrekkingYes, commercialization Yana has begun in a big way. Yana is situated in the lush evergreen forests of the Sahyadri Range of Mountains. It is 25 km from Kumta or can also be approached from Sirsi, which is about 40 km . Sirsi is around 400 Km from Bangalore . From Bangalore you come to Sirsi though Haveri where the major distance of the drive would be on NH4 else from Shimoga route, which is the Bangalore – Honnavar highway. Read on
  • Muregara- A trek to this amazing waterfalls andnatural beauty
  • A water-falls.. a secret in the middle of nowhere.. a trekker's dream.

Kemmannugundi-picturesque hamlet:
In the Tarikere taluk of Chikmagalore district is a picturesque hamlet-Kemmannugundi, also called K.R.Hills, after the Wodeyar king Krishnaraja Wodeyar 1\/, who made it his favorite summer camp. Situated on the Baba Budan range at a height of 1434 m, Kemmannugundi is the ideal place to get away from the heat and dust, the crowds and traffic jams of the cities. Read On

Kudremukh- undiscovered by tourists?
95 kms southwest of Chikmagalore town is the Kudremukh (Horse Face) range, so named because of the unique shape of the Kudremukh Peak. Overlooking the Arabian Sea, the broad hills are chained to one another with deep valleys and steep precipices. Read On

Kabini River Lodge Karapur: 
Nestled amidst the Karapur Forest in the southern part of Nagarhole National Park lies a pristine piece of land that abounds with nature. Beckoning you to explore it. For a wild exciting holiday. Read On

Nagarhole National Park:
Located in Kodagu and Mysore districts is a fresh, green world rich in forests, little streams, undulating valleys and fascinating waterfalls. Read On

BANDIPUR:
Situated 80 kms from Mysore, the Bandipur National Park is one of the most beautiful wildlife centers. Rare species of animals and birds can be seen in this natural habitat. Bandipur has also been chosen as a center for the Project Tiger Scheme launched in 1973 by the WWF to save the tiger. Read On

Udupi-The sanctum of Madhwacharya:
Getting there: Express busses which leave Mangalore at a frequency of about a bus every 5 minutes. Will take you there in about 55 minutes. Cost of Travel by bus is about 21 Rs. by Super Express Busses, which halt just 4 times on the route. After Katapadi, on the National highway, you will see the Sri.Krishna Dwara on the RH side of the road. Turn into the dwara. Read On

Dharwar - known for its scenic beauty and pleasant weather:
The All Saints Church, Basel Mission Church and the Roman Catholic Church are some of lthe important churches. The temples dedicated to Hanuman, Dattatreya, Durgadevi and Panduranga are a must see. Dharwar is famous for lits mouthwatering 'Pedas'. Read On

Raichur - A historical town with a rich cultural legacy:
409 kms from Bangalore, is the historical town of Raichur with a rich cultural legacy. Flanked by the Tungabhadra River, Raichur is famous for its imposing Fort. Read On

Gulbarga - A unique synthesis of two rich cultures:
584 kms north of Bangalore is the district headquarters of Gulbarga. A unique synthesis of two rich cultures, Gulbarga still retains its historic charm. Read On

Hospet - Its tourist importance lies in its proximity to Hampi:
352 kms from Bangalore lies Hospet. Its tourist importance lies in its proximity to Hampi, the site of the medieval Vijayanagar Empire, situated about 12 kms away. The Tungabhadra Dam here harnesses the sweet waters of the Tungabhadra River. At the base of lthe dam is a garden, styled along Japanese lines. Read On 

Chikmagalore : A rich Malnad district with natural panoramic scenes all over the district

EARTHEN PRAYERS
The Indian National life presents a kaleidoscopic variety. Geographically it is situated on that part of the Globe which lends romance and color to its land mass. The highest mountain peaks of the Himalayas in the north, which from her head, extending thousands of miles and the India ocean washing her feet. Read On

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