Incredible India

There’s simply no other word that convincingly captures the enigma that is India. With its in-your-face diversity, from snow-dusted mountains to sun-washed beaches, tranquil temples to feisty festivals, lantern-lit villages to software-supremo cities, it’s hardly surprising that this country has been dubbed the world’s most multidimensional. Love it or loathe it, and most visitors see-saw between the two, India promises to jostle your entire being, and no matter where you go or what you do, it’s a place you’ll never forget. Home to more than one billion people, the subcontinent bristles with an eclectic melange of ethnic groups, which translates into an intoxicating cultural cocktail for the traveller. For those seeking spiritual sustenance, India has oodles of sacrosanct sites and stirring philosophical epics, while history buffs will encounter gems from the past almost everywhere – serenely peering over swarming spice bazaars, to crumbling fortresses looming high above plunging ravines. Meanwhile, aficionados of the great outdoors can paddle in the shimmering waters of one of many balmy beaches, scout for big jungle cats on a blood-pumping wildlife safari, or simply inhale pine-scented air on a meditative forest walk. And then there’s the food! From squidgy South Indian idlis (fermented rice cakes) to zesty north roties

Gadaikallu Peak, Bandaje (Arbi) Falls

Gadaikallu peak: A huge dome shaped inselberg near Ujire,Belthangadi taluk, Dakshina Kannada district. It is also known as Jamalabad fort, since it was used by brave warrior king Tippu Sultan in his battles against the British during the pre-independance days.

The fort is more than 500 meter height, and its circumference at the bottom is about 4 to 5 kilometers. It is one of the most challenging trek in Rainy & Summer season. On the backdrop we can see the charming Sahyadris or the Western Ghats.

Mysore, Karnataka

Mysore or Mahishur as it was called then, traces its history back to the mythical past, when Goddess Chamundeshwari of Chamundi killed the wicked buffalo-headed demon, Mahishasura.

Mysore is also called as city of Palaces. Mysore district is a famous tourist spot, offering several attractions ranging from the royal splendor of Mysore city. The city receives the maximum number of tourists during Dasara festival when celebrations take place for a period of 10 days, bathed in light, joy and color.

Manchinbele Dam

Its a perfect picnic spot, secluded from the din of the city. There are places with plenty of shade to pitch your tent and spend a quiet afternoon.

Stroll around the place to see the dam, built against river Arkavathi near to savana durga. The NABARD assisted project basically acts as a step down dam to the Tippagondanahalli reservoir and has three gates to control the water flow.

Karwar

"The sea beach of Karwar is certainly a fit place in which to realize that beauty of nature is not a mirage of imagination, but reflects the joy of the infinite and thus draws us to lose ourselves into it." Rabindranath Tagore,1916

Location : 519 Kms North West Of Bangalore, Karnataka

Main Attraction: Devbagh Beach

Best Season : October To May

skandagiri / Kalavaarahalli Betta, Bangalore

Skandagiri, also known as Kalavara Durga, is an ancient mountain fortress[1] located approximately 50km from Bangalore city, and 3km from Chikballapur in the Indian state of Karnataka.

It is off Bellary Road (NH-7 Hyderabad-Bangalore Highway), and overlooks Nandi Hills, Muddenahalli, and Kanivenarayanapura . The peak is at an altitude of about 1350 meters. It is known as the "adventurer's paradise" and features a beautiful night trek, altitude camping, stunning sunrise, and serene and ocean like clouds. Skandagiri is near to Nandi Hills though it is not so famous as the later.

Kudremukh

Kudremukh also spelled Kuduremukha is a mountain range in Chikkamagaluru district, in Karnataka, India. It is also the name of a small town situated near the mountain, about 48 kilometers from Karkala and about 20 kilometers from Kalsa. The name Kuduremukha (as it is known by the natives) literally means 'horse-face' (in the local language Kannada) and refers to a particular picturesque view of a side of the mountain that resembles the same. Kudremukh is trekker's territory with the richness of its flora and fauna waiting to be discovered.

Arasinamakki / Shingani gudda

Arasinamakki / Shingani Gudda is one of the major peaks in Charmadi range and is also known as Buddha's Peak. One route passes through thick jungles adjoining Amedikallu and Sibile Gudda peaks. The trek route passes through thick forest and climb up the dry waterfall. Guide and food can be arranged by Stream of Joy Home Stay which is on the bank of Kapila river (the homestay is pretty costy). Playing in the knee -deep water of Kapila is another fun. There are many birds for bird watchers in the jungles and along the Kapila.

Bandipur National Park

Bandipur National Park is a beautiful forest reserve located in the southern Indian state of Karnataka. This national park occupies a special place in India's efforts towards natural conservation. It was created in the 1930s from the local Maharaja Voodiyar's hunting lands, and named Venugopal Wildlife Park. Apart from being home to the Asiatic elephant, Bandipur also has a sizable number of tigers.

Ooty, tamil nadu

Ooty (Ootacamund) is a popular hill station located in the Nilgiri Hills. Udhagamandalam is the official Tamil name for the town. Ooty stands at an approximate height of 7,500 feet (2, 286 m) above sea level.

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