Karnataka

Here is an itinerary for a road trip from Bangalore to Karwar via Shimoga. Get away from the bustle of Bangalore to jump into the coast of Karwar and get wrapped by the Western Ghats via Shimoga. The total distance is ...

Yana village in the Sahyadri mountain ranges is known for unique rock formations. These rock formations (limestone) are found in the forests of North Karnataka. There are several trek routes which take tourists to this popular tourist spot. One has to ...

Devi Shakti or Shakti is related to goddess Parvati and there are various Shakti Peethas (shrines) in India. The legend of Sati's self-immolation is an important part in the formation of devi temples in India. After self-immolation, each part of Sati's ...

Karnataka's first poet Pampa's works describe Banavasi as a beautiful land. Pampa doesn't stop praising the charm of this land. Banavasi is said be the oldest town in Karnataka; earlier known as Konkanapura, it is a temple town. The main attraction ...

October is a festive season in India; people get time for travelling in this beautiful month. Even in South India, October is the month for tours. Travellers love to search about the top destinations of the season. There are a number ...

Dandeli, on the banks of Kali river, is a popular destination in Karnataka. Situated in the Western Ghats of North Karnataka, a visit here gives a soothing experience. Dandeli tourism offers a relaxing as well as an adventurous trip; as Kali ...

Mangalore is one of the prominent cities in South Canara, Karnataka. Situated in Dakshina Kannada, it is 352 km from Bangalore to Mangalore. There are a number of places to visit in Mangalore and among them beaches are the main tourist ...

Mysore or Mysuru is called the 'Cultural Capital of South Karnataka'. Its history, culture and even geography is favourite among tourists. Situated at the foot of the famous Chamundi hills, Mysore is popular for many things: tourist places, Dasara festival, Mysore ...

Amidst the greenery of Ramanagara, stands a large monolithic hill of Savandurga. Locally, known as Kari gudda (black hill) and Bili gudda (white hill), together forms Savandurga hill. Often people talk about Savandurga trek and it is a popular place near ...

Elephant-face god Ganesha is the most loved in India. Hindus worship Ganesha before starting any new activity like a new business venture, new film or even before using new vehicles. Lord Ganesha is known as the remover of obstacles and the ...

Hampi in Karnataka was the richest city during the Vijayanagara Empire. A former capital, Hampi is a famous historical site today. The art and architecture of Hampi depicts the time of a great empire. Vijayanagara was one of the wealthiest empires ...

Travelling is all about exploring new things in life. Just visiting the places won't help in remembering everything about your journey. Only when you capture those awesome moments, that it gets a new shape. Photography is nothing less than worship for ...