Nagarahole
Nagarahole is named after Nagarahole (Cobra river in the local language, Kannada), a winding river which runs eastwards through its centre. Situated in the two districts of Mysore and Kodagu in the state of Karnataka. It was originally constituted into a sanctuary in the year 1955 covering an area of 258 sq. Kms and subsequently enlarged to include the adjoining areas of Mysore district and now extends over an area of 643.39 sq. kms which was given the status of a National Park in 1983.
The birth of Nagarahole National Park can be traced to the notification of 285 Sq. km. Game Reserve way back in 1955, which included the reserve forests of Arkeri, Hatgat and Nalkeri in Kodagu. Subsequently, in 1974, reserved forests from the adjoining Mysore district were added to the Nagarahole Game Reserve, which was upgraded to the status of a National Park covering 643 sq. km.
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Nagarahole
Irupu Falls
Irupu Falls (also Iruppu Falls) ಇರ್ಪು ಜಲಪಾತ are located in the Brahmagiri Range in the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India, bordering the Wayanad district of Kerala. It is a fresh water cascade and is situated at a distance of 48 km from Virajpet on the highway to Nagarhole.
The Falls are also known as the Lakshmana Tirtha Falls, derived from the name of the tributary of Cauvery which starts from these falls, the Lakshmana Tirtha River.A forest trail leads from these falls to the Brahmagiri Peak in Southern Kodagu. Irupu falls is a major tourist attraction as well as a pilgrimage spot. A famous Shiva temple, the Rameshwara Temple is situated on the banks of the Lakshmana Tirtha River, en route to the Falls.
This temple attracts a large number of pilgrims during the festival of Shivaratri.According to popular legend, Rama and Lakshmana, passed along the Bhramagiri range whilst searching for Rama's beloved, Sita. When Rama asked Lakshmana to fetch him drinking water, Lakshmana shot an arrow into the Brahmagiri hills and brought into being the river Lakshmana Tirtha. Due to this legend, the Falls is believed to possess the power to cleanse sins and is visited by thousands of devotees on Shivaratri day.
When and How to visit:
The best time to visit the Falls is during the monsoons, when the Falls is at full capacity and is a breathtaking sight. Irupu is situated at 48 km from Virajpet, 260 km from Bangalore and 120 km from Mysore. The Falls can be visited by the highway from Gonikopal to Nagerhole National Park off the Kutta Road after Srimangala.Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
Wayanad is known as one of the most beautiful retreats of Kerala. It always had a great share of the visitors arriving South India. Wayanad with its natural scenic beauty, rich natural resources, the hills, rocks and valley, unique terrain, climate etc provide a lot for catering to the demands of increasing tourists. Wayanad provides scope for ecotourism tourism (wildlife tourism), Recreational tourism, Adventure tourism, Heritage tourism, Historic tourism, Pilgrim tourism, Monsoon tourism etc.
Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary was formed in 1973 by carving areas out of the Wayanad and Kozhikode Territorial Divisions. A separate Wildlife Division, the Wayanad Wildlife Division was constituted in 1985. There are 13 Reserved Forests in this sanctuary. Wayanad wildlife Sanctuary is a part of Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve and Project Elephant Reserve No. 7. It is contiguous with Mudumalai Wild life Sanctuary of Tamil Nadu and Bandipur and Nagarahole National Park of Karnataka.
This is about 9km from Kutta.
Best time to visit:Best time to visit Wayanad is in the month of August - February Entry time is 7am-10am in the morning and 3pm- 4:30pm in the evening.
Visitors fee may apply.
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Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary
Brahmagiri Hills
Brahmagiri, is a mountain range in the Western Ghats of South India. It is situated on the border between Kodagu district in Karnataka state in the north and Wayanad district of Kerala state on the south. Brahmagiri Hill, at 1608 m height, is a scenic tourist attraction.
The top of Brahmagiri Hill is well forested and has a lot of wildlife.
Brahmagiri can be reached by a trek from Mananthavady (29 km east) or from Kutta. From Karnataka side, trek to Brahmagiri from Irupu Falls is 9 km and to Munikal Caves (Pakshipathalam) is 7 km.
Brahmagiri is about 23 km from Kutta.
Coorg White Water River Rafting
River Rafting at Coorg takes place at 2 Stretches of Rivers in Coorg. In North Coorg at Dubare River and in South Coorg at Barapole River. As Kutta is in the south, Barapole River is suitable for Rafting. It is 30 km form here.
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Thirunelli temple
Thirunelli Temple (also Tirunelli) is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Maha Vishnu on the side of Brahmagiri hill in Kerala. The temple is at an altitude of about 900m in north Wayanad in a valley surrounded by mountains and beautiful forests.
It is one of the most ancient temples in Kerala.
It is believed that here the prathishta of Lord Vishnu was performed by Lord Brahma. It is also known as ''Sahyamala Kshetram'' and ''Kashi of the South''.
Surroundings:
Papanasini: Papanasini is a holy mountain stream accessible around 1 km northwest of the temple premises.
Panchatheertham: The holy temple pond.
Temple is about 30 mins drive from Kutta(23km)
Temple timings: Morning: 5:30 am to 12:00 pm,
Evening: 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm.
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Bylakuppe - Tibetian colony
Bylakuppe (Kannada: ಬೈಲಕುಪ್ಪೆ Bailakuppe, Tibetan: བ་ལ་ཀུ་པེ་ Balakupé) is an area in Karnataka which is home to the Indian town Bylakuppe and several Tibetan settlements.It is located to the west of Mysore district in the Indian state of Karnataka which is roughly 80 km from Mysore city. It also shares the border with Eastern part of Coorg district.
The town is mainly inhabited by Tibetans and has a number of Monastries. Most notable among them are the large educational monastic institution Sera Monastery, the smaller Tashi Lhunpo Monastery and Namdroling Monastery.Talakaveri
Talakaveri (ತಲಕಾವೇರಿ), is the place that is generally considered to be the source of the river Kaveri. It is located by Brahmagiri hill near Bhagamandala in Kodagu district, Karnataka, 1,276 m. above sea level.However, there is not a permanent visible flow from this place to the main rivercourse except during the rainy season. A tank or kundike has been erected on a hillside, at the place that is said to be the origin. It is also marked by a small temple, and the area is frequented by pilgrims. The temple here is dedicated to Goddess Kaveriamma. Other deities worshipped here are Lord Agasthiswara, which denotes the link between Kaveri and Sage Agasthya and Maha Ganapathi.
The Brahmagiri hill is situated right beside the temple. There are a series of steps leading to the top of the hill. From there, one can have a 360 degree view of the surrounding hills.Talakaveri is about 2.5hrs drive from Kutta.
These are the few you can visit which are situated in the north of Coorg District. Since Kutta is in south, these places are a little bit far. Abbey falls:
Abbey Fall ( ಅಬ್ಬೆ ಜಲಪಾತ )is in Kodagu, in the Western Ghats in Karnataka. It is located 90km from the Kutta, 8km from Madikeri. The waterfall is located between private coffee plantations with stocky coffee bushes and spice estates. From Madikeri the waterfall is accessible by a well laid road till the coffee estate gate. Thereon, a small trek through the coffee and spices plantations leads to the waterfalls. The roar of the falls can be heard from the road.
Mandalpatti Trek:
Mandalpatti hills are located 18 km from Madikeri city, 100km from Kutta .Mandalpatti is one of the top five highest points in Coorg. The drive to Mandalpatti from Madikeri is very scenic passing through coffee plantations and forest. On the way you willl pass Abbey falls junction. Trekking can be done here, jeep rides available. Entry ticket has to be taken from the authorities.
Pushpagiri Hills:
Pushpagiri or Kumara Parvatha, at 1,712 metres (5,617 ft), is the highest peak in Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary in the Western Ghats of Karnataka. It is located in the northern part of Kodagu district on the border between Dakshina Kannada and Kodagu districts, 130km from Kutta. It is the second highest peak of Kodagu and 6th highest peak of Karnataka. Trekking can be done from the base, Bhagati, which is a 10 km, three-hour walk.These are the few you can visit which are situated in the north of Coorg District. Since Kutta is in south, these places are a little bit far. Abbey falls:
Abbey Fall ( ಅಬ್ಬೆ ಜಲಪಾತ )is in Kodagu, in the Western Ghats in Karnataka. It is located 90km from the Kutta, 8km from Madikeri. The waterfall is located between private coffee plantations with stocky coffee bushes and spice estates. From Madikeri the waterfall is accessible by a well laid road till the coffee estate gate. Thereon, a small trek through the coffee and spices plantations leads to the waterfalls. The roar of the falls can be heard from the road.Mandalpatti Trek:
Mandalpatti hills are located 18 km from Madikeri city, 100km from Kutta .Mandalpatti is one of the top five highest points in Coorg. The drive to Mandalpatti from Madikeri is very scenic passing through coffee plantations and forest. On the way you willl pass Abbey falls junction. Trekking can be done here, jeep rides available. Entry ticket has to be taken from the authorities.Pushpagiri Hills:
Pushpagiri or Kumara Parvatha, at 1,712 metres (5,617 ft), is the highest peak in Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary in the Western Ghats of Karnataka. It is located in the northern part of Kodagu district on the border between Dakshina Kannada and Kodagu districts, 130km from Kutta. It is the second highest peak of Kodagu and 6th highest peak of Karnataka. Trekking can be done from the base, Bhagati, which is a 10 km, three-hour walk.These are the few you can visit which are situated in the north of Coorg District. Since Kutta is in south, these places are a little bit far. Abbey falls:
Abbey Fall ( ಅಬ್ಬೆ ಜಲಪಾತ )is in Kodagu, in the Western Ghats in Karnataka. It is located 90km from the Kutta, 8km from Madikeri. The waterfall is located between private coffee plantations with stocky coffee bushes and spice estates. From Madikeri the waterfall is accessible by a well laid road till the coffee estate gate. Thereon, a small trek through the coffee and spices plantations leads to the waterfalls. The roar of the falls can be heard from the road.Mandalpatti Trek:
Mandalpatti hills are located 18 km from Madikeri city, 100km from Kutta .Mandalpatti is one of the top five highest points in Coorg. The drive to Mandalpatti from Madikeri is very scenic passing through coffee plantations and forest. On the way you willl pass Abbey falls junction. Trekking can be done here, jeep rides available. Entry ticket has to be taken from the authorities.
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