Chikmagalur, Karnataka
Chikmagalur is a scenic hill station spot in the Southern state of Karnataka, the place is famously called for its unique lush coffee plantation, mesmerizing landscapes, and peaceful environment in the atmosphere. The hill station is in the Western Ghats, which provides travelers a tranquil retreat for nature and outdoor lovers.
The place is uniquely called “The Coffee Land Of Karnataka”, located in the foothills of the range called Mullayanagiri and is the perfect spot to make your visit to this popular hill station in Karnataka. Chikmagalur is a widely popular destination for trekking experiences and you can choose to go for any trek such as the Mullayanagiri trek, Kemmanagundi trek, and the Baba Budangiri trek. Chikmagalur tour packages from Bangalore allow you to create some unforgettable memories of your traveling journey.
Udupi, Karnataka
Udupi, which is a coastal town in the state of Karnataka has the best mouth-watering vegetarian cuisines and South Indian restaurants to choose from in the country. There are authentic places to make your visit like the carved ancient temples, beaches, and a forest with some mysteries to explore. It is surrounded by a lovely sea called the Arabian Sea on one side and the other side it's the Western Ghats which gives you a mixture of experiences.
When you make your journey in the holy town, you do not want to forget to make your visit to the most key attraction which is the Krishna temple. The locals of Udupi call this place Rajata Peetha and Shivalli.
Dandeli, Karnataka
his lovely and amazing place is located in the region of Western Ghats of Uttara Karnataka and the surrounding environment is covered with lush green forest and situated in the river banks of Kali. Adventuring enthusiasts can go on many activities here such as mountain biking, trekking, cycling, kayaking, and canoeing.You will be amazed by the naturistic views and you can spot Bisons and Black Panthers in this lovely flora atmosphere. Dandeli has excellent attractions to go for like the Kavala Caves, Ulavi Temple, Sathodi Falls, and Sykes Point which you will be offered with scenic views of Dandeli.
Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
The sanctuary covers an area of 490 sq.km, it spreads over the Shimoga and Chikmagalur districts that are 38 KM west of the main town of Chikmagalur in the state of Karnataka. A rare feature in the property of jungle lodges is the River Tern Lodges which is found on the edge of the hillock of Bhadra reservoir and gives you exciting views of the river.
Tourists can witness the wide number of bird species with 250+ birds which is currently endemic to the Western Ghats. This sanctuary holds the place for the tiger reserve, which has around 30 tigers and 20 leopards that can be found in Doddahadlu and Chandanahadlu, people can also go for a boating safari in the reservoir of Bhadra.
Sakleshpur, Karnataka
Sakleshpur is a famous hill station in Karnataka in the region of Western Ghats and sometimes you may hear this place is also called ‘Poor Man’s Ooty’. This place has something unique to offer to everyone which is surrounded by dense forests and the vibe around it is a lovely experience. Tourists can go for hiking trails, temple visits an old historical fort, eye-catching mountain peaks, and waterfalls.
The hill station holds an agricultural significance and the explorational activity of Jyotirlinga by the Hoysalas located in the Sakleshpur town where it has earned a commendable right to call this place not any less than Ooty. You need to visit these places to experience awesome moments like the Manjarabad Fort, Sakaleswara Temple, Bisle Reserve Forest, Agni Gudda Hill, Manjehalli, and Kukke Subramanya Temple.
Mysore, Karnataka
Many people from Karnataka must’ve heard about Mysore which is called as ‘City of Palaces” and currently it is no longer called Mysore, it is Mysuru, the key place in the country that holds the importance of ancient reigns. The city is known for its royal heritage, architectural significance, silk sarees, yoga, and sandalwood, these are just a few places to visit there are many more to explore and have an awesome time. To this date, Mysore Palace stands still for its outstanding palaces in the country, and many visitors from all over the world visit this auspicious place to have a glimpse of the architecture present in the palaces.
Summary
Pack your bags and get ready to have an escape retreat from the hustle city during your weekends, make sure to bring along your fellow companions to have a fun and joyful time experience just near the city of Bangalore. A handful of memories are cherished and that’s guaranteed to reassure you of these places mentioned above.
