Does the hot weather drive you crazy? Are you making plans to travel to some cooler places? These tourist places in Karnataka will help you feel pleasant this summer season. Hilly regions or the forest reserves are the ones which have cool environment in this time.
There a number of hill stations that're worth exploring in Karnataka. Though, the post-monsoon season will be the peak tourist time, they are also best during summer.
The enchanting tourist places in Coorg, coffee estates and hill stations in Chikmagalur, etc. lure you to get off from heat. So, pack your bags for a nice tour around these holiday destinations!
Coorg
Coorg is simply not called as the 'Scotland of India', its nature is simply beautiful.Engulfed by the Western Ghats, this hill station is never to be missed. The pleasant weather attracts many visitors in summer; one of the peak seasons here. People can explore a lot and also visit many tourist places in Coorg.
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Chikmagalur
The smells of fresh air and coffee should definitely take you to Chikmagalur. A stroll around the coffee estates, waterfalls and hill stations will surely keep you occupied in summer. All you need in this hot season is some cool weather and this destination is the ideal getaway. You can also visit a number of hill stations and feel the cool breeze in Chikmagalur.
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Kodachadri
The natural heritage Kodachadri hills is one of the best places for summer travel. It is surrounded by thick forest, thus the green cover helps in maintaining a pleasant climate. Kodachadri is known as one of the trekking hub in the post-monsoon season. Yet it is one of the ideal destinations if you want some cool air to soothe you.
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Nandi Hills
Nandi Hills is a most popular getaway from Bangalore. People visit this small hill station year round. Many love the one day trips to this beautiful place from the city. The trees in Nandi Hills make it more pleasant and worth visiting on a hot summer day.
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Nagarhole National Park
Forest cover stops the strong rays of the sun hitting directly to the earth. Hence, forests are one of the best destinations to cool off in summer. Nagarhole National Park is one of the top wildlife destinations that is surrounded by a huge green cover. Many tourists also love to visit the national park during March-May. So, just pack your bags to visit the wild kingdom!
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Hassan
Hassan is one such place which has a cool climate throughout the year. Even in the summer months the weather is breezy and apt for travelling. Hassan has many tourist places and worth a visit any time (except monsoons).
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Bandipur National Park
Bandipur National Park is one of the picturesque wildlife places in Karnataka. The reserve has abundant flora and fauna that allures tourists. The time from March-May also gets many visitors as they can spot many animals. The climate will be pleasant due to the forest cover yet the November to February is the best season to visit this national park.
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