Coorg Attractions
Madikeri:
Madikeri is the capital of Coorg. Millions come flocking towards
this town for this misty hills, lush forests, coffee
plantations, breath taking views and above all its pleasant
climate, Madikeri is a world record holder for the cardamom
crop.
Kakkabe:
Famous for being the largest producer of honey in south east
Asia, though most come here for the Padi Igutappa temple. This
is Coorg's most important temple and the presiding deity of the
Puthari Festival. Built as a hunting lodge, the Nalnad Palace is
used as a kiddies' camp, though no one will really mind you
pottering around. You could also visit the honey farms.
Omkareshwara Temple:
Built in 1820 by King Lingarajendra, Cauvery Nisargadhama, this
temple is a rare combination of catholic mix of Keralite, Gothic
and Islamic architectural styles. Dome in the middle of a square
lake and minarets at each corner stands depicting its
uniqueness.
Bhagamandala & Telecauvery:
This place is also referred as Triveni Sangama as this is the
place where the three rivers Cauvery, the underground rivers
Sujyothi and Kanike converge.
The Bhagamandala temple has intricate carvings and a copper
roof. A dip at the Triveni Sangam nearby is supposed to revive
sagging spirits, but take prior permission at the temple.
Tulasankranama, the auspicious day falls on every October 17th.
People take a dip in the river, as the place is also called
Talacauvery, which is the origin of Cauvery, which is one of the
seven sacred rivers. The source of this long river, which passes
through two states, is on the top of the hill called Brahmagiri.
It is 1535 metres above sea level. Steps lead up to the
Brahmagiri peak, from where a panoramic view of Kodagu meets the
visitor.
Nagarhole National Park
Nagarahole though the name speaks about snakes, the place is not
haunted by snakes as the name stands. This is one of the best
game sanctuaries in South India, providing a natural living
conditions to several wild animals like elephants, tigers,
panthers, rhinos and wild elephants, but one is more likely to
see smaller game like gaur, deer, wild dogs and langur. This
place provides greater exposure to the jungle through Jungle
safaris.
Irpu Falls
People who need a difference in life would certainly love this
place - the Irupu Falls. You could begin from behind the
Rameshwarna temple, and relax at a refreshing pond halfway up
the falls If you are a trekker this spot is certainly for you.
Abbi Falls
This falls is about 7 kms from Madikeri. The narrow roads
wriggle through dense green foliage of coffee plantations.
Situated on private property, a narrow pathway leads you
downward to where the waterfall can be seen.
As various streams congregate in the mountains above, they swell
with the monsoon rains and force their way down the mountain
slope. Splashing hard against the huge boulders of rock,
unmindful of the crevices and hollows, the water drops at
enormous speed accompanied by gushing sounds. This white wall of
water creates a misty cloud with its moisture-like spray and
descends into a flowing stream to perhaps join with the River
Cauvery somewhere in the vicinity.
Somwarpet
If you can get off to an early start and if the sky is beautiful
with the clouds, take the road to Somwarpet. This 42-kilometer,
one-and-half hour drive will surely perk you up. This is the
coffee heartland of Coorg. You will pass through some of the
finest coffee estates you will ever see. Magnificent trees
reaching up to the skies, casting much wanted masses of shade to
the coffee plants. It's one great spread of continuous foliage
very gloriously prepared in an extraordinary operation by
Nature. Mingled with cardamom and pepper as well. Big, medium or
small, they add to the already beautiful and fabulous landscape
all around.
Apart from the popular sight seeing places, Kodagu district has
a whole lot of Trekking Tracks for those who seek adventure in
the wild.