Chikmagalur Tourism
Chikmagalur is famous for
Awesome place to visit

Mullayanagiri
Thejasvi Bhat
2nd May 17
A must thing to do in Chikmagalur!

Hebbe Falls
Nidhish Patni
1st May 17
U need luck!

Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
Nidhish Patni
1st May 17
Adventuresome!

Mullayanagiri
Nidhish Patni
1st May 17
A peak rich in culture and history!

Baba Budan Giri Hills

Sheena Benedicta
24th Apr 17
Excellent view

Baba Budan Giri Hills

Pallav Taladhi
19th Jun 17
Good morning safari
Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
Santosh Rao
10th Apr 17
Chikmagalur Grassland

Chikmagalur Grassland

Divnay Bhutra
12th Nov 17
Highest peak of Karnataka, awesome experience

Mullaiyanagiri

Vinit Singh
3rd Oct 17
Place near Hebbe Falls

Hebbe Falls

Vinit Singh
3rd Oct 17
I am heading to Chikmagalur

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Swakhar Pachal
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Reasons to go to Chikmagalur
Move away from the city life and immerse yourself in nature's embrace at Chikmagalur. You get a chance to connect with nature along with mastering your photography in one of the most photogenic places in the state.
About 40 km from Chikmagalur is the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary and the ideal place to sight wildlife. Here you can sight "bisons, mongoose and couple of peacocks, and even though we knew there could be a tiger somewhere nearby." says HolidayIQ reviewer Yogita.
About 35 km from Chikmagalur is the picturesque and holy Baba Budangiri Hills. This place has the "best views of the surrounding mountains and what's special is that it's always cloudy here." says HolidayIQ reviewer Sreejesh.
Distance from Bangalore: 245 km
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Chikmagalur is a calm, serene town full of scenic surprises. Legend has it that the first coffee beans where planted at the Baba Budan Giri mountain range. Trekking the gorgeous Kudremukh or visiting the Bhadra wildlife reserve, Chikmagalur is the perfect weekend getaway for the nature lover who likes a cup of coffee.
Raghavendra tells HolidayIQ, “Chickmagalur is a peaceful hill station. It is fun to visit here during monsoon when there are many waterfalls on the roadside and you will be literally walking in the clouds. Drive to the upper spots like Mullayyanagiri and Bababudangiri is worth it. There are also many religious places around.”
Distance from Bangalore: 245 km
Route: National Highway 75
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Peak | Coffee | Nature | Mountain
HolidayIQ Reviewer Shekar adds, “Misty Mullayanagiri. If you are an ardent lover of photography here is the place. For Trekkers, be careful not to venture deep inside the forest as you will lose track. Keep a guide and venture. Explore and enjoy Chikkamagalur.”
HolidayIQ Reviewer Neha Kumari adds, “Not only specific to coffee, but for lush green mountains, sanctuary, waterfalls adventurers, photographers, nature lovers, or if you are looking for just a weekend getaway from Bangalore, Chikmagalur is a place to be. Climbing to the highest peak at Z Point was an unforgettable experience. God is one and it can be seen at Bababudangiri where hindu and muslim come together to pray ( what a miracle sight to see). Kalhatti Falls, mullayanagiri mountains and beautiful Shiva Temple and ofcourse the coffee plantation must visit places for the travellers. ”
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Peak | Coffee | Hill | Nature
HolidayIQ Reviewer Sunil Chaurasia adds, “there are many 4x4s around which will take you through a private coffee estate to some place near the falls. It's a 11km trip through non existent roads. Now, You've to walk a km or so after where the 4x4s drop you to reach the falls. And for me this part was really awesome;with tress all around and passing through numerous clear water streams with pebble bed before reaching the falls. Now Comes the most awaited Hebbe Falls, You will be mesmerized by the sight of the GIANT and roaring Hebbe Falls. There's a small pond created by the falling water which is accessible, and could be entered to take a Bath. The pool under the falls weren't deep (1. 5m at max) and so you can walk/swim through it. Huge rocks are present, so don't think about diving. The rocks were really slippery. ”
HolidayIQ Reviewer kamal krishnamurthy shares, “We went for a 3 days trip to Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, Lakkavalli, which comes just after Tarikere town on the Bangalore - Honnavar Road. It's a protected area and a Project Tiger reserve, unlike other tiger reserves in Karnataka, it's least traveled place, which can be verified because jungle's Lodge River Tern is the only resort in that area. There were 2 things that made my trip memorable, first the resort location and 2nd is the jungle. ”
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Peak | Coffee | Hill | Nature
HolidayIQ Reviewer Sunil Chaurasia adds, “there are many 4x4s around which will take you through a private coffee estate to someplace near the falls. It's an 11km trip through non-existent roads. Now, You've to walk a km or so after where the 4x4s drop you to reach the falls. And for me this part was really awesome; with trees all around and passing through numerous clear water streams with pebble bed before reaching the falls. Now Comes the most awaited Hebbe Falls, You will be mesmerized by the sight of the GIANT and roaring Hebbe Falls. There's a small pond created by the falling water which is accessible and could be entered to take a Bath. The pool under the falls wasn't deep (1. 5m at max) and so you can walk/swim through it. Huge rocks are present, so don't think about diving. The rocks were really slippery. ”
HolidayIQ Reviewer Kamal Krishnamurthy shares, “We went for a 3 days trip to Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, Lakkavalli, which comes just after Tarikere town on the Bangalore - Honnavar Road. It's a protected area and a Project Tiger reserve, unlike other tiger reserves in Karnataka, it's least traveled place, which can be verified because jungle's Lodge River Tern is the only resort in that area. There were 2 things that made my trip memorable, first, the resort location and 2nd is the jungle. ”
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History of Chikmagalur
Chikmagalur is a small town located at the foothills of the Mullayanagiri Range in the South Western part of Karnataka. It is a popular weekend getaway from Bangalore and Mangalore. The name ‘Chikmagalur’ translates into ‘younger daughter’s town’. It received the name because of a historical event in which the town was given as dowry to the younger daughter of Rukmangada, who was the chief of the place Sakrepatna. Chikmagalur was earlier known as ‘Kadur’.
Chikmagalur is known for its vast estates of coffee and tea plantations. The first coffee plantation in Chikmagalur was brought by Baba Budan Giri from West Asia.
People and Culture of Chikmagalur
The population of Chikmagalur mainly comprises Hindus and Christians. Kannada is the predominant language of the place. Ganesh Chatruthi, Ugadi, Dussehra and Deepavali are some of the festivals celebrated in Chikmagalur. Chikmagalur places to visit include waterfalls, lakes, hills and temples.
Things to Do in Chikmagalur
Among the many beautiful places to visit in Chikmagalur, Mullayangiri is the most popular place. Lying at an altitude of 1930 metres above seal level, it is the highest peak in Karnataka. It lies in the bara Budan Range of the Western Ghats. Tourists looking for adventurous things to do in Chikmagalur can enjoy activities such as Trekking, mountain biking, road biking etc. Regarded as sacred by both Hindus and Muslims, Inam Dattatreya Peetha is also an eminent Chikmagalur sightseeing place. A three-day celebration known as ‘Urs’ is held at the place every year.
Kudremukh National Park is also among the important places to see in Chikmagalur. Accredited as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, one can enjoy outdoor activities as well as sightseeing at the park. Tourists can explore the flora and fauna of the dense forest in a Safari.While sightseeing in Chikmagalur, one must not miss the Hebbe Falls which is a natural spring fall. The water stream is enriched with minerals and believed to cure skin diseases.
Food and Shopping in Chikmagalur
After exploring the various Chikmagalur tourist places, one can savour the local cuisine of the place which is known as ‘Malanadu’. The local dishes are generally flavoured with coconut milk and rice and fish curry are the staple dishes of the local cuisine. Some of the other specialties of the cuisine are Akki Roti, Kakadu and Banana Chips.
One must definitely take back different varieties of coffee and cashew nuts from Chikmagalur tour. National Coffee Research Station is where you can buy exotic varieties of coffee. Market Road is another place from where you can pick up souvenirs and other handicraft items.
Accommodation in Chikmagalur
Tourists who are wondering how to reach Chikmagalur can choose from among various options since it is well connected by road, air and rail. The closest airport to Chikmagalur is in Mangalore which is located at a distance of around 170 km. Daily buses ply from places such as Bangalore, Mangalore, Coimbatore to Chikmagalur. One can also rent a car and drive down to the place.
Homestays and guesthouses are the most popular form of accommodation in Chikmagalur. One can also look for resorts in Chikmagalur that lie close to the major Chikmagalur attractions.
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