Places to visit in Chikmagalur

Baba Budan giri

Baba Budangiri is a mountain in the Baba Budan range of the Western Ghats of India. Located in the  Chikkamagaluru  taluk,  Chikkamagaluru District  of Karnataka, Baba Budangiri is known for its shrine to the  Sufi saint  Hazrat Dada Hayat Khalandar , a pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Muslims. Sangh parivar organizations started "Datta Jayanti" celebrations in the late 2000s as part of their fight to claim "Sri Guru Dat

Chikmagalur - Coffee Land of Karnataka

Chikmagalur is a beautiful hill station which is located in Karnataka in the southwestern part. This place was presented as dowry to the younger daughter of the Chief of Sakrepatna, Rukmangada. Hence the term Chikmagalur literally means the town that belongs to the Younger daughter. The other part of the town was given in dowry to the elder daughter of Rukmangadas and that place is called Hiremagalur. This place is also called as the Coffee Land of Karnataka because it is believed that c

Mullayanagiri Peak

The Mullayanagiri Peak is highest peak of Karnataka and it is at an altitude of 1950 metres. The peak is approximately 20kms away from Chikmagalur and 23kms away from Baba Budangiri. Based on regional mythology, it is believed that Tapasvi Mullappa Swamy meditated for years in the cave at the top of this peak and this is how this peak got its current identity. However, when it comes to the old Kannada literature the term Mullai is associated with forests. This peak is located amidst the Nilgi

Baba Budangiri Mountain Range

The Baba Budangiri mountain range is located in the Western Ghats of India. They are found in the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka. It is situated at an altitude of approximately 1895m and is considered to be the fourth highest peak that is situated in between the Himalyan Mountains and the Nilgiri Mountains.This range is also called the Chandra Drona Range because if one goes on a hiking trail from Sarpadhari they will be able to see both the Mullayanagiri and the Budangiri peaks appearing

Coffee Museum

The Coffee Museum is located in the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka. This museum gives one a deeper insight of how coffee is made. In terms of historical description with regards to coffee this museum offers a very good detailed description that deals with all the processes of how coffee is made right from the picking up of coffee beans to grinding of the coffee beans. This museum not only gives information with regards to the history of coffee but also gives information about the geography

Kemmangundi

Kemmangundi is a hill station in Chikmagalur which is famous for its scenic views. It is located in the Tarikere taluk of Chikmagalur district. The height of Kemmangundi is approximately 1434 metres above sea level. This hill station is also known as KR Hills because it was a summer retreat for the Mysore King Krishnaraja Wodeyar the fourth. He later donated this place to the Government of Karnataka and currently this place is handled by the Horticultural Department of Karnataka.This place de

Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary

The Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the state of Karnataka. It is approximately located at a distance of 38kms from Chikmagalur. The elevation point of this sanctuary is approximately between 750m to 1875m above sea level.The place is spread approximately over an area of 490 square kms.This sanctuary in 1998 was declared as the 25th Tiger Project of India because there is a large tiger population here. The Bhadra River passes through this sanctuary and hence the name Bhadra Wildlife S

Hebbe Falls

The Hebbe Falls are located in Kesavimane of Chikmagalur district. It is 10kms away from Kemmangundi.This place is hidden inside the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary. It is among the most beautiful falls in Karnataka. It is also the 6th highest waterfall in Karnataka.The height of this waterfall is approximately 551ft. The water from these falls gushes down in two parts. These two parts are called as Dodda Hebbe and Chikka Hebbe respectively.Dodda Hebbe means Big Falls and Chikka Hebbe means Small F

Kallathigiri Falls

The Kallathigiri Falls is blessed with natural beauty and it is located approximately 50kms away from Chikmagalur. The height of this fall is approximately 400 feet and it gushes down from the Chandra Drona Mountains.  These falls are also called the Kalhatti Falls. This place is popular among both locals and tourists. People can also take showers beneath the waterfall. This fall has the headwaters of the River Sharavathi and it also has religious significance. Based on local tales,

Kudremukh National Park

Karnataka is very famous for its hill stations. Kudremukh is one such beautiful hill station that is very popular. It is located in the Western Ghats of the Chikmagalur district. This is also the third highest peak in Karnataka.Kudremukh in Kannada literally means horse's face. This is because the peak has a distinctive shape. Another name for this place is also Samseparvath. This place comes under Kudremukh National Park which again is another beautiful place to visit and is also the sec

Jhari Waterfalls

The Jhari waterfalls are located near Attigundi and are at a distance of 12kms from Baba Budangiri. This waterfall is also known as Buttermilk Falls. It is a popular waterfall in Chikmagalur. This waterfall is naturally formed by springs in the mountains. These falls are also surrounded by dense forests and coffee plantations that creates a serene environment around. There is a pool that has been formed in the lower part of the waterfall and the visitors who come here can swim and relax in th

Manikyadhara Falls

The Manikyadhara Falls are a famous tourist attraction in Chikmagalur. This fall is located in the forest of Baba Budangiri Hills in the Western Ghats of India. Another name for this waterfall is Nellikayi Theertha. The term Manikyadhara means string of pearls and thus this is why the waterfall gets its name because the water shines bright in sunlight. A speciality of this fall is that it does not get drained during summer. There is a very popular tale here which states that the Saint Baba Bu

Bhadra Dam

The Bhadra Dam is built across the River Bhadra. This is why it is called the Bhadra Dam. It is a popular tourist destination. It is located along the borderline of Tarikere and Bhadravati and forms a part of the Western region of Karnataka. This project of constructing the Bhadra Dam was taken up by the National Water Management Project. The main purpose behind building this dam was to help with agriculture of the surrounding region and in particular increase rice production. Today the dam w

Hanumana Gundi Falls

The Hanumana Gundi Falls is a beautiful waterfall which is located close to the main road between Sringeri and Kudremukh. It is another popular tourist destination. This waterfall is also known as Sutannabe Falls. The height of this waterfall is approximately 100 feet. This waterfall is maintained by the Forest Department. In order to reach the waterfall one will have to climb about 300-400 steps after walking away from the main road. Thus this also becomes a good place for trekking.  On

Kalasa

Kalasa is a town which is located in the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka. The town is also close to the famous Kudremukh Peak.This town is also known as the temple town of Karnataka. There is a very famous tale of how Kalasa came into existence. It states that when Lord Shiva was getting married to Goddess Parvathi all the deities attended this wedding. As a result there was a shift in the rotation of the earth. It was then that Lord Shiva requested Sage Agastya to  go down to the sout

Ayyanakere Lake

The Ayyanakere Lake is a beautiful tourist place to visit. This lake is an ancient one. It is located at the eastern base of the Baba Budangiri Hills and one can access this lake from the town of Sakrepatna. This lake is also the second largest lake in Karnataka. The lake is also surrounded by beautiful hills.The Shakunaguri Hills form a beautiful backdrop for this lake. During the reign of Rukmangada Raya, the Ayyanakere Lake was built. The Hoysala King Narasimha I also supported Rukmangada

Chikmagalur Hill Station

Almost every tourist who visits this scenic town falls in love with Chikmagalur's cool and pleasant atmosphere that compliments the rolling valleys, burdened with refreshing coffee gardens. This picturesque destination is on the wish list of many coffee fans and nature lovers, who love to explore this serene town, which once was a melting pot of different cultures. Hosting numerous attractions in its vicinity, Chikmagalur lures many guests with its everlasting beauty that combines rolling

Places to visit in Chikmagalur - Ayannakere Lake

The Ayyanakere Lake is a beautiful tourist place to visit. This lake is an ancient one. It is located at the eastern base of the Baba Budangiri Hills and one can access this lake from the town of Sakrepatna. This lake is also the second largest lake in Karnataka. The lake is also surrounded by beautiful hills.The Shakunaguri Hills form a beautiful backdrop for this lake. During the reign of Rukmangada Raya, the Ayyanakere Lake was built. The Hoysala King Narasimha I also supported Rukmangada

Hirekolale Lake

Hirekolale Lake is a beautiful man made lake that is surrounded by high mountains making this place really scenic and thus many tourists come here to visit this place. This place is located in Karnataka and is not very far away from Chikmagalur and approximately 50kms from Kemmangundi. This lake was built in order to supply water for the purpose of drinking and also for irrigation purposes to the town of Chikmagalur.One can also view the Mullayanagiri Hills from this lake. The best time to co

Hirekolale Lake

Chikmagalur Hill Station

Ayyanakere Lake

Kalasa

Hanumana Gundi Falls

Bhadra Dam

Manikyadhara Falls

Jhari Waterfalls

Kudremukh National Park

Kallathigiri Falls

Hebbe Falls

Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary

Kemmangundi

Coffee Museum

Baba Budangiri Mountain Range

Mullayanagiri Peak

Chikmagalur - Coffee Land of Karnataka

Baba Budan giri

Gokarna

Dandeli

Coorg

Chikmagalur

Kabini

Sakleshpur

Murudeshwara