The diversity of Karnataka takes you to incredible destinations where you can explore the ruins, splendid beaches, hi-tech city, picturesque hill station, former royal palaces, landscaped gardens and enchanting wildlife. For beach holidays Gokarna offers numerous pristine beaches to enjoy water sports along with stunning views. If ancient architecture interests you, the ruins of Hampi and the incredible rock cut temples at Badami are the places for you.
Bangalore the smart city takes you through beautiful gardens and interesting places that give you an insight to science and technology. Mysore Palace introduces you to former royalty and offers numerous products made out of authentic sandalwood. Kabini and Nagarhole mesmerise you with the wildlife and unique landscapes.
Take part in the Lingayat Siddheshwara festival to know the rituals and traditions. Feel the beauty of nature at Coorg best known for plantations of coffee and spice. The lush green hills, pleasant weather and endless natural splendor truly lets you be in the laps of nature.
Karnataka is a sought-after travel destination for it truly entertains you with diverse destinations.
Hampi is a historically, culturally and architecturally rich city which delights every traveller. The UNESCO World Heritage Sites boast of impressive temples. The Vitthala Temple displays skillful craftsmanship and has incredible stone structures by the Tungabhadra river. The stone chariot, carvings on the wall, impressive courtyards and many other shrines inside makes Vitthala complex a must visit site along with Anjaneya Hills – birthplace of lord Hanuman. Do enjoy a coracle ride in the pristine river.
Coorg is a scenic hill station that possesses ideal weather conditions to produce coffee and hence is proudly called the Coffee Capital of India. The sprawling plantations amidst stunning hills, pleasant weather and lush greenery, make Coorg a popular tourist hub. You can explore the beauty of Coorg by visiting the gorgeous Abbey Falls, Raja’s Seat and also have the opportunity to know about the coffee making process with a guided tour at a Coffee estate.
Visit the largest and the vibrant city of Karnataka – Bangalore. The city is rightly known as the Silicon Valley for the high number of entrepreneurs and successful startups. Know about the royal past by visiting the impressive Bangalore Palace. Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technology Museum is an attraction for science lovers as the exhibits give you a hands-on experience, making science fun and exciting. Home to well-landscaped gardens, you must visit some of them for a picture perfect moment.
Explore the Royal Heritage as you visit the Mysore Palace. The intricate architecture, impressive courtyards and artifacts give insights to the historical past. Capture the stunning views of Mysore city as you reach atop Chamundi Hills to pray at Chamundeshwari temple. Explore the grand architecture as you visit the St. Philomena’s Church and see the diverse wildlife at the Mysore Zoo. The Jaganmohan Palace displays the glorious heritage through antiques, sculptures and paintings.
The tranquil beaches of Gokarna makes for an ideal destination to be by the sea. The palm trees offer the perfect shade to the sandy beaches to enjoy the views of the blue ocean. Explore an array of water sports at the Gokarna beach. The Mahabaleshwara temple in the vicinity makes this a popular beach among others. Om Beach, Half Moon Beach offer lush greenery along with beautiful landscapes for a perfect day outing by the Arabian sea.
Get set to capture the black beauty, Black panther at the Kabini Wildlife Sanctuary. Explore the rich biodiversity, leopards, exotic birds, deers and herds of elephants along with other wild animals at Kabini. Enjoy the deeper sections with a Jeep safari whereas the boat safari gives you glimpses of animals by the edge of the water amidst scenic landscapes.
Step into the wild to get close to the Tigers and elephants at the enchanting Nagarhole National Park. A tiger and elephant reserve, the chances of spotting the wild cat is high at Nagarhole. Discover numerous birds, beautiful streams, amazing landscapes and the impressive wildlife with Tiger Safaris at Nagarhole National Park.
Be a part of the 8 days Lingayat Siddheshwara festival which is celebrated in the month of January or February. Dedicated to lord Siddheshwara (Shiva) the eight days festival is done with great pomp and attracts numerous devotees who can witness the rituals. You must also visit the ancient monuments, mosques and Fort for their splendid architecture and rich history.
Get set to explore the marvellous Cave Temples at Badami which are a testimony to the incredible ancient architectural style of India. The red stone structures are popular for their intricate carvings and sculptures. The wonderful place is carved out of rocks and has Hindu, Jain and Biddhist temples. Excellently done courtyards, pillars and arches narrate the stories of the past through artistic craftsmanship.
