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Somwarpet, Coorg

Somwarpet is a panchayat town in Coorg and also the main town of Somwarpet Taluk. The important destinations in and around Somwarpet are Pushpagiri Hills, Kotebetta and Makkalagudi Betta. Pushpagiri is the second highest peak in Coorg and around 6 kms from Somwarpet.

Trekkers trek in order to reach the peak of Pushpagiri and the trek starts from the base Bhabati. Kotebetta is the third highest peak of Coorg and is located in between Madikeri and Somwarpet. The trek to the top of Kotebetta is around 10 km from the base. There is a Shiva temple on the peak of the hill.

No permission is required to trek on these hills but taking a local guide can definitely handy. Makkalagudi Betta is the backwaters of the Harangi reservoir. It is famous for its paddy fields, forests and scenic beauty. Another important spot not to be missed in Somwarpet is Malemalleshwara Betta.

Located around 13 km from Somwarpet, Malemalleshwara Betta is popular among the tourists for the grand Maha Shivaratri celebration organised in this town.