Karnataka

About Karnataka

One state many worlds has it all. A state rich in culture, heritage, history, adventure, wildlife, and natural abundance, has also some of the best mountains and peaks to climb. As they say, to unwind one must let loose in the lap of nature and the best way to do that is get into the forest, scale those peaks and engulf the mesmerizing valleys and misty hills. The dynamic presence of the Western Ghats in Karnataka makes it the best destination for trekkers, nature lovers, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts.

The climbing difficulty level of Peaks or mountains in Karnataka ranges from easy to most difficult. However, this doesn’t dampen the spirits of seasoned as well as amateur trekkers. Karnataka is home to many such climbable peaks ranging from as high as 6330 ft. Mullayanagiri to some of the small hills in the dense forests. Listing here the top mountains in Karnataka with some mesmerizing views of the majestic mountains.

Top 5 Mountains of karnataka 

Mullayanagiri

Kudremukh

Tadiandamol

Brahmagiri Hills

Kumara Parvatha

Top places to see in Chikkamagaluru

One of the most popular, serene, and picturesque hill stations in South India is Chikkamagalur. Also known as the ‘Coffee land of Karnataka’, Chikkamagalur means village or land of the younger daughter. Being a cold and cosy destination, holidays can be relaxed in a resort sipping a cuppa of coffee or can be as adventurous as you can think of. With pristine hikes, waterfalls, lush green coffee plantation walks, temples, and wildlife, Chikkamagalur has it all. There are many places to see in Chikkamagalur, one can never get enough of it.

It is believed that Baba Budan, a Muslim saint brought the coffee seeds from Yemen in 1670 and cultivated them here. Although the British played an important role in the growth and promotion, this is how coffee came to India and became an integral part of everyday routine, especially in Southern India.

Places to see in Chikkamagaluru

Heritage Temples 

Trekking

Waterfalls

Nature & Wildlife

Adventure and other activities are also available in Chikkamagaluru.

And there are many other places in karnataka to visit like Hampi, Dharwad, Sakleshpur, Ramanagara, Vijayapura etc.,