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Coorg |
A friendly warning to all concerned: One trip to Coorg
(Kodagu) and it’ll haunt you for the rest of your
life. You might leave Coorg, but Coorg will never leave
you. Don’t blame us if you keep returning to it
time and again.
That’s
Coorg for you- incomparable scenic beauty, lush green
valleys, coffee plantations, teak wood forests &
majestic mountain ranges. Add to that a strong, brave
martial race of Coorgs (Kodavas) that reveres tradition,
has a distinct culture and lives life to its fullest. All these
elements make each penny spent on a Coorg travel package
worth spending.
Coorg
is situated on the Western Ghats of Karnataka in South
India. For the adventurous at heart, it is an absolute
treat. There are trekking, golfing and angling (Mahaseer
too!) options available. Religious trips abound on Hindu
and Buddhist circuits. Family getaways can be easily
arranged. You can also relax your body and mind with
special Ayurvedic massages. Coorg is also as trendy
and happening as its close neighbour Bangalore.
But
the predominant entity here is nature at its best. Coorg
is like the dreamland of the philosopher. If you’re
the type who likes to mingle with nature, romance in
the mountains, feel the tingle of the cool and gentle
breeze, watch leaves flutter in dance-like movements
and hear sounds of birds fill the air, then Coorg is
just the place for you.!
The
Kodagu people have always stood apart handsome, brave
and hospitable. A distinguished martial tradition has
given the Indian Army several Generals and Brigadiers.
Known
by their special variants of wearing the saree, the
Kodagu women are graceful and beautiful. Kodagu district
has several tourist spots of historic, epic and natural
importance.
Kodagu
has three taluks- Madikeri, Virajpet and Somwarpet.
Steep hills, valleys and gorges with countless streams
that gurgle through them, beckon intrepid trekkers and
rock climbers.
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PLACES
TO VISIT ::
Madikeri:
The capital of Coorg formerly called Mercara, Madikeri
is often known as the Scotland of India. It has enchanted
millions of travellers with its misty hills, lush forests,
coffee plantations and breath taking views. Also known
for its lovely climate, Madikeri is a world record holder
for the cardamom crop.
Kakkabe: Famous for being the largest
producer of honey in south east Asia, though most
come here for the Padi Igutappa temple. This is Coorg's
most important temple and the presiding deity of the
Puthari Festival. Built as a hunting lodge, the Nalnad
Palace is used as a kiddies' camp, though no one will
really mind you pottering around. You could also visit
the honey farms.
Nagarhole National Park: Though the
name literally means Snake River in Kannada, there
aren't too many snakes around. Created from a former
raja's hunting grounds, Nagarahole is one of the best
game sanctuaries in South India, providing a natural
living conditions to several wild animals like elephants,
tigers, panthers, rhinos and wild elephants, but one
is more likely to see smaller game like gaur, deer,
wild dogs and langur. Pleasantly cool round the year,
it is a little difficult to reach, which makes it
quieter than other parks. This in turn makes it a
great place to relax.
Abbi Falls: Just 7 kilometers from
Madikeri town are the Abbi Falls, as remarkable and
striking a sight as you would see anywhere. The narrow
road to Abbi Falls is a combination of steep ups and
downs, twists and turns, wriggling through the green
and dense foliage of surrounding coffee plantations.
Situated on private property, a narrow pathway leads
you downward to where the waterfall can be seen.
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HOW TO GET THERE :-
By Air
The nearest airport are Mangalore (135 kms)
and Bangalore (260 kms).
By Rail
The nearest railheads are at Mysore, Mangalore
and Hassan (146 kilometers).
By
Road
From Bangalore, there are two routes to Coorg.
Both routes are almost the same distance (around
250-260 kilometers). The route via Mysore, is
the oft-frequented route. The stretch after
Hunsur is scenic and the drive through the coffee
plantations is absorbing.
** The
other route is via Neelamangal, Kunigal, Chanrayapatna,
all of which are located on the National highway.
After Chanrayanapatna, the state highway route
takes you to your destination
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GENERAL
INFORMATIONS
Best Time
October to April.
Location
Western Ghats, Karnataka.
Main Attraction
River Cauvery, Coffee Plantations.
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