subject: Coorg - The Untainted Beauty! [print this page] Situated in the rich Western Ghats range, Coorg is a beauty like no other. It offers a unique mix of culture, nature and adventure for travelers. One can say that Coorg is like the miniature version of paradise gifted with luxurious resorts for value addition. Madikeri is the headquarters of the district Coorg. It is a small town with colonial look and natural ambiance. The town itself is made of little hills and valleys that would anybody gasp in awe. The fort, magnificent structure, is one of the major attractions that take back people to the old days.
Coorg is the birthplace of the rich river Kaveri. The place Talakaveri is an amazing spot that offer rich natural beauty. Nisarghadama, an island near Kushalnagar on the Kaveri river that serves as a picnic spot is also to be noted.
Coorg takes pride in its rich abundance in wildlife. The Dubare elephant camp and Nagarhole national park and wildlife resort are places where many wild animals are spotted. Another mesmerizing attraction called the Abbey falls is also a must-visit. It is about 5 kms far from the Madikeri falls.
Coorg is also very famous for its culture and food. Very specifically known for non-vegetarian food varieties, Coorg is a real haven for food lovers. Another noteworthy attraction is the Omkareshwara temple. It is said that this temple was built in the year 1820 CE. Legend has it that Lingrajendra II, who was the king who built it; put a pious Brahmin to death and that the dead man haunted the king. The king built the temple to keep the deceased at peace and away.
Coorg is very well connected with major destinations in Karnataka. Roads connect Madikeri with Bangalore, Mysore, Kannur, Thalasery, Hassan and Wayanad. The nearest railheads are in Thalasery, Kannur, Mangalore, Mysore and Hassan. The nearest airport is in Mysore which is 130 km from Madikeri. Mangalore airport is 140 km far from Madikeri.
Coorg is also the home to some famous personalities in India. Field Marshal K.M Cariappa, Robin Uthappa, Ashwini Ponnappa and D.V Sadananda Gowda among others are noteworthy personality to be mentioned.
Kallipodhu is a very famous festival of Coorg. It is celebrated on the 3rd of September every year. It signifies the transplantation of the rice crop. Another notable festival is Kaveri Sankramana which takes place in mid-October. Coorg is also very famous for its coffee plantations. It is one the largest coffee producers in India.
Coorg has such amazing places to see and experience. Be it a nature lover, a historian, honeymooner or a philanthropist, Coorg will leave them awe-struck.
by: hemavathiyjain
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