5 Stunning Places To Visit In Karnataka
Locked between the Kannad Coast, the Western
Ghats, and the Deccan Plateau, the state of Karnataka flaunts its dense
forests, beautiful hill stations, spectacular lakes and aromatic coffee
plantations. The Karnataka state is full of scenic charm and lures travelers
country-wide.
It is a great destination to rejuvenate
oneself and to take a break from the everyday hectic schedule.
Here are the top cities that all tour package for Karnataka offer. Whenever you plan your visit to this beautiful state, do
not miss out on any of these places.
1.
Nandi Hills:
This popular tourist spot of Karnataka is a
hill fortress also called the Nandidurg. It is known for its panoramic views,
stone carvings and artistic wall paintings. The hill station is popular amongst
bikers, biking on the zig zag roads leading to the fortress. There are hiking
trails too for the hikers to hike up to Nandi Hills.
2.
Mangalore:
Mangalore is known for its sun kissed beaches
ideal for watching sunrises and sunsets. It is a tranquil place with famous
temples and beautiful churches. The scenic beach of Panambur is popular for
adventure sports and sunset vistas. It also hosts the International Kite
Festival every year. The Bejai museum resembling a ship is another tourist spot
of Mangalore. It houses collections of ancient coins, artefacts, weapons, paintings
and sculptures.
3.
Shimoga:
This is a gem located in Karnataka reeking of
surreal and scenic beauty. The pleasant climate of Shimoga makes it a
refreshing holiday destination. The top tourist spot there is the Jog falls.
One can trek to the Watkins platform and enjoy the view or a swim here. Another
scenic fall are the Dabbe falls. The nature lovers can trek to Kodachadri and
enjoy the exotic wildlife. Other tourist spots are Kundadri, Agumbe, Keladi,
Ikkeri, and Gudavi Bird Sanctuary.
4.
Gokarna:
Once a pilgrimage spot, today Gokarna is a
tourist hub. It’s pretty rocky beaches and hills are attracting tourists from
all over the nation. Its proximity to Goa has led a lot of foreigners to flock
to this city. Gokarna has some of the pristine beaches like Gokarna beach,
Kudle beach, Half Moon beach and Paradise beach.
5. Coorg:
Green hills and blue skies make Coorg the ‘Scotland of India’. It is a paradise for all nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. It offers various scenic treks through the hills and jungles. Some of these are Tadiandamol, Kodachadri, Kumara Parvatha, Mullayanagiri, and Brahmagiri. Another destination of Coorg holiday packages is the Abbey falls. These enchanting waterfalls are enveloped in greenery. On the way one is welcomed by the aromatic spice and coffee plantations.
Travel
to these places of Karnataka and come back with loads of fun and memories.
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