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COORG
Raja's
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252
kms from Bangalore and 1525 m above sea level lies Madikeri,the
district headquarters of Kodagu. Coorg or Kodagu(originally called
Kodaimalenadu) means 'dense forest on steep hill'. Dubbed as the
Scotland of India, this town has a lot to offer to the tourist.
Misty hills, lush forest, acres and acres of tea and coffee plantation,
orange groves, undulating streets and breathtaking views are what
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Nalknad Palace :
Build by Dodda Veera Raja in 1794 famous for its painting and
carvings.
Madikeri Fort :
Originally built by Muddu Raja in 17 th Century. The British renovated
the Palace inside the Fort.A church built in 1855 in fort premises
now houses a museum.
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Raja's
Seat :
According to legend, the kings of Kodagu spent their evenings here. But
what's unforgettable about Raja's seat is the spectacular sunset that
one can enjoy from here.
Talakaveri
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River
Kaveri which is one of the 7 sacred rivers of Sapta Sindhus of
the Hindu scriptures, originated at a place is called Talakaveri
in the Brahmagiri hills, at about 4,500 ft above sea level. This
place is marked by a 'kundike' from where the river emerges as
a small perennial spring, but flows underground again to emerge
a short distance away.
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From
Talakaveri, steps lead up to the nearby Brahmagri peak, where
the 7 great sages called the Sapta Maharishis had performed a
special yagna. From the peak, as well as on the drive to Talakaveri,
tourists can enjoy a good view of the misty blue Brahmagiri hills.
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Iruppu
Falls :
There
is a sacred spot called Iruppu in south Kodagu on the Brahmagiri
range of hills. River Lakshmana-tirtha flows nearby. Legend says
that Rama and Lakshmana, warrior Gods, passed this way while searching
for Rama's concert, Sita. Rama asked Lakshmana to fetch some drinking
water for him. Lakshmana shot an arrow into the Brahmagiri hills
and brought into being river Lakshmanatirtha. |
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Dubare
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This is mainly an elephant capturing and training camp of the Forest Department,
at the edge of Dubare forest, on the bank of river Kaveri, on the Kushalnagar
- Siddapur road.
Nagarhole
National Park :
The
place derives its name from the winding river - Nagarhole meaning
"snake river" - which flows through the park. The 640 sq km of
gently undulating terrain at the foothills of the Brahmagiri hills
is covered with thick tropical forest, grassy swamps and numerous
rivers and streams. The park and animal life is part of the country's
first "bio-sphere reserve".
One can be sure of seeing the bison, elephant, tiger, spotted
deer, sambhar, barking deer, wild boar, mongoose, peakcock, jungle
fowl and many other birds and animals. |
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Bhagamandala
is situated at the confluence of 3 rivers (the Cauvery, the Kanika and
the Sujyothi). The temple here, built in Kerala style, has smaller shrines
dedicated to various gods.
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Nisargadhama :
Known for its calm, serene beauty, this place is an ideal picnic
spot visited by hundreds of tourists throughout the year. |
Harangi
Dam is a great picnic spot 36 kms from Madikeri.
Padi Igguthappa Temple build in Kerala style, governs
an important role in the traditional and cultural life of Coorgs.
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Golden
Temple :
is in the Tibetan colony, where Tibetans keep their culture and
heritage intact. Dalai Lama visits this temple to offer prayers
occasionally. |
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Shopping
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Farm fresh Coffee, Honey,Oranges and Spices.
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