Karnataka

Temples in sandstone form a distinctive feature of Koppal's landscape. The town's temples have religious as well as architectural importance. The little town gets visitors throughout the year who come to marvel at its grand past. Koppal Fort Koppal is a ...

Yellapur may be the stereotypical one-horse town, but its stunning natural beauty makes it a popular destination. Nestled in the thick forests of the Western Ghats in the Uttara Kannada district, Yellapur, at an elevation of 1774 ft, has wonderful waterfalls ...

Have you ever came out of a railway station and found a bunch of monkeys in the platform right by you acting as if they are travel guides welcoming you to a new place? Welcome to Badami, a small village in ...

At the very core of Karnataka, lies the beautiful district of Shimoga. There is so much to see in the district and yet it still remains less explored. Shimoga boasts of beautiful temples, lush fields, heritage spots and so much more! ...

Nandi Hills is a scenic spot that is close to the Bangalore International Airport which makes it easily accessible for visitors. Over the decades this place has become a popular picnic spot due to its scenic surroundings and the temples that ...

Malpe is a beautiful beach town located just six kilometers from the temple town of Udupi. It is a natural port and important fishing area of Karnataka coastline. As it sits on the estuary of the Udyavara River, it is also ...

Gokarna, located in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, is a pilgrimage center and also an important tourist spot because of its beautiful beaches. It is located at the confluence of two rivers Aganashini and Gangavali, and the place where the ...

Mangalore also known as the gateway to Karnataka lies nestled between the blue waters of the Arabian Sea and the green, towering hills of the Western Ghats. Named after the deity Mangaladevi, Mangalore has always been a bustling port with the first ...

Mysore is the cultural capital of Karnataka and the second largest city in the state. It is a famous tourist destination in South India known for its opulent and royal ambience. The old world charm of Mysore city along with its ...

Makar Sankranti is one of the most auspicious occasions for the Hindus and is celebrated in almost all parts of the country in myriad cultural forms, with great devotion, fervour and gaiety. It is a harvest festival and is perhaps the ...

Chikmagalur literally means 'The Land of the Younger Daughter'. It is said to have been gifted as dowry to the younger daughter of a legendary chieftain here, and there is also a place called Hiremagalur, 'Land of the Elder Daughter' which ...

When you hear the name Karnataka, the picture that springs to mind is that of various beaches, getaways and hill stations. It is in fact a major tourism spot in the country, and people from all over the world come here ...