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and refreshing environment to spend some in Kakkabe. Rock climbing in Thadiyendamol
memorable days. is yet another adventure activity to be enjoyed
here.
Nagarhole National Park A must-see tourist destination in Shimoga
Spread over an area of 572 square km, District of Karnataka, Agumbe is called
Nagarhole come as a fine retreat for the the Cherrapunji of the South and attracts
wildlife lovers, where they can sight most of globetrotters for its salubrious weather and
the south Indian species of animals. Whereas, breathtakingly beautiful landscapes. Located
there are around 270 species of birds that at an elevation of around 2,725 ft, this quaint
infuse the park’s ambience with their travel destination is associated with rain
melodious tunes, as if waiting to be followed forest conservation efforts and is rich in
by the eager birdwatchers. Enjoy the morning medicinal plants. The dense forest, suitable
and evening safaris inside the Nagarhole temperature and the topography of this area
National Park and try your luck spotting supports the growth of the longest venomous
tigers and leopards walking ferociously in snake in the world, the King Cobra in large
their territory. numbers. Agumbe Rainforest Research
Showcasing the exuberance of Tibetan Station is a one of its kind in the country.
culture, this petite town is a fine contrast to the Sunset Points, Kunchikal Falls, Barkana Falls,
south of India. Famous among the tourists, Gopalakrishna Temple are some of the best
this place has many activities and attractions things to spot in Agumbe.
that lures them to visit here. Starting from Located in Hosangara Taluk of Shimoga
the splendid Namdroling Monastery to the District, Kudajadri Hills is a paradise for the
small shops selling various Tibetan items, adventure lovers and nature worshippers.
from tasting the sumptuous tibetan cuisine Perched at a height of around 1343 m, this hill
to capturing the colorful settlement in their station is a natural heritage site and explored
lenses, this place has got it all. As a whole, by the tourists for its religious and cultural
Bylakuppe is sample experience of how one significance as well. The famous Mookambika
would feel when in Sikkim. Temple is situated at the top of Kodachadri
A picture perfect getaway for the avid Hill. Arasinagundi Wateralls, Hidlumane
photographer and a devoted nature Waterfalls, Belakallu theertha Waterfalls,
worshipper, Kakkabe is located in Kodagu Sauparnika River, Nagara Fort, Kodachadri
District of Karnataka at a distance of around Trekking Route and Mookambika Wildlife
38km from Madikeri. Sprawling over a Sanctuary are some of the must see sites in
region covered by dense rain forest and coffee Kudajadri
plantations, the hill station is reckoned to be An important part of Niligiri Biosphere
the largest producer of the sweetest honey in Reserve, Bandipur National Park is one of
South East Asia. Hardly touched by the evil the best places to spot tigers in South India.
effects of pollution, the region is bestowed Covering an area of about 880 sq, Bandipur
with multihued paddy fields, rare varieties Tiger Reserve is a safe habitat for over 100
of wild orchids, and dense forests growing species of animals. The main attraction
over the hills. The hills of this region are not of the national park is its sizable number
so high and are ideal to embark on trekking. of elephants, tigers and butterflies. If bird
Thadiandamol Trek is the most popular trek watching intrigues you then this wildlife
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