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Places of Interest in Karnataka
Kodagu (Coorg) Travel Guide
Lands & People:
Not really too far from the bustle of metropolitan cities, Kodagu or Coorg
as it is better known, has maintained its serene picturesque beauty over the
centuries. Homesick always, the British called this land Scotland of
India.
These breathtakingly beautiful rolling hills in Karnataka nestling cash rich
coffee plantations, clear skies and a warm, friendly and hospitable people
create a special aura unmatched anywhere else in the country.
This little area in the Western Ghats has an ancient history, ruled
successively by the Kadambas, Gangas, Chengalvars, Cholas, Hoysalas,
Vijaynagara, etc. and finally the British. But the region always retained
its strong cultural heritage, distinctive to this day. The fiercely brave
martial tradition has produced many brave generals for India.
Fragrant coffee:
Kodagu is famed for extensive coffee plantations that cover most of the
hillsides. Most of them are under multiple cropping of coffee, orange, black
pepper, and cardamom at the bottom of the slopes. Plantations are
beautifully maintained with modern irrigation and curing and processing
facilities for the beans. When coffee bushes blossom in April, the whole
area is heavenly with the exquisite fragrance of the brilliant white
flowers.
Madikeri
Previously known as Mercara, Madikeri is the ancient name of this
picturesque capital town. Situated at 1,525 m elevation, the town is great
for walking around, surrounded by rolling which offer excellent trails for
hikes. Tadiyendamol is the tallest peak here, Waiting to be climbed. One can
have a distant glimpse of the Arabian Sea from this peak.
Makikeri Fort:
A 19th century fort, it now houses a temple, a chapel, the prison, a small
museum and assorted government offices. Golf courses Madikeri and Pollibetta
have golf courses, Madikeri courses being a nine hole one. Raja's seat A
promontory with breathtaking view, it is said that for centuries the Kodagu
royals came here in the evenings to watch the spectacular sunsets.
Around Madikeri:
Very close is Nagara hole National Park, one of the most well maintained
game sanctuaries in south India. It is accessible from Mysore via Hunsur and
Murkal 94 km from Mysore. Visible often are elephant, spotted deer, sambar,
bison, chital Jeep and elephant rides available for jungle safari. Harangi
Situated in north Kodagu, it is a beautiful reservoir and ideal for weekend
or short holiday staying at the guest house. The placid water surface is
good for quiet water sports. There is a dairy farm nearby.
Season : October - May
Horticultural Research Centre:
Situated in Chettahalli, 24 km from Makikeri, it specializes in improving
the local flora like pepper, mango, pears, peaches, guavas, oranges,
bananas, pineapples and Kodau's special favourite, passion fruit. It also
has a nursery and sells plants. Talacauvery The mighty river Cauvery rises
here out of a small well. On Sankaramana day in October, one can see
actually the holy water gushing out at a precise moment known beforehand.
This is considered a special religious miracle and thousands of pilgrims
come here to watch it. The water here is considered to have special
properties and holy bath on this day is expected to give physical and
spiritual strength stay.
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