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just relax all day, view the stunning sunset, Karnataka
and maybe enjoy the sight of the moonlit Karnataka has many different aspects to
beach before calling it a day. In between you its topography. The tea, coffee and rubber
could explore the nearby forts to escape the plantations of Coorg, the incredible number of
bright sun. wildlife sanctuaries (more than 15 well known
parks!) such as Nagarhole and Bandipur,
the picturesque beaches of Gokarna and
Karwar are just a few offerings. Historical
locations such as Hampi (including the
triangle with Badami and Aihole), Mysore
(including Belur and Halebid) and Bidar &
Bijapur are just a few notable options. Easy
access from Bangalore and its satellite towns
to any of these places is a plus point. In fact
a few places little further away (Chikmaglur
and ghat forests of Wayanad in Kerala) are
fast becoming the go-to places by serious
“workcationers “.
Madikeri or Mercara, the capital of Coorg
The Murud Janjira Fort, which is is a beautiful large hill town situated in
surrounded by sea water, shows us a glimpse Western Ghats. This hill station stands 1452
of the intelligence used for the fortification of meters above sea level. The green woody
these magnificent structures. slopes, colourful scenery, misty mountains,
Another historic masterpiece, the cascading falls, dense tropical forest, tea,
Sindhudurg Fort in the Konkan district, built coffee and spice plantations made this place a
during the reign of Chatrapati Shivaji, is a paradise of nature lovers.
tribute to his heroic acts. This fort was the This enchantingly beautiful place is
main operational centre during any war. It popularly called as the ‘Scotland of India’ and
has three water reservoirs, which intriguingly also ‘Kashmir of South’
never dry during summers. Located a few Places to visit nearby are Abbey falls, Dubare
kilometers off the Malvan, the fort is on a Elephant Camp is situated on the banks of
rocky island and accessible by boat. River Kaveri in Coorg district of Karnataka
The Vijaydurg Fort, made of laterite stones, state. A popular tourist spots, the camp
is surrounded by the Arabian Seas on three attracts tourists, especially wildlife enthusiast
sides. In earlier times this fort was used as from all over the world. It presents tourists
a naval base of the Shivaji Empire and the with an opportunity to be close to elephants
massive wall surrounding the fort acted as a and engage in various activities related to
barrier making the fort impenetrable. them.
Located on a small island in the Arabian Elephant Camp at Dubare is the project
Sea, the Suvarnadurg Fort, or the Golden undertaken by forest department and jungle
Fort, is one of the most critical sea forts in lodges and resorts. Not just interaction with
Maharashtra, used for naval constructions elephants, tourists also get mesmerizing
and defense. natural settings consisting of lush greenery
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