Worlds away from the grind of the city, Coorg’s pastoral hills are swathed in misty blankets, lush forests and acres of carpets of coffee & spice plantations. A gorgeous concoction for all your senses; the whispering winds & gurgling streams, the dazzling sunrise and the fresh aroma of coffee & spices; Coorg, officially called Kodagu, beckons you for a perfect getaway in the hills.
Coorg region, blessed with emerald landscapes, was a separate state till 1956 whenl it was merged with Karnataka. The region is home to ‘Kodava’ people, a warrior community, known for their unique customs & legendary hospitality and its headquarters lie in the sleepy town of Madikeri. Quiet walks, a spot of adventure and spiritual temples & monastery; Coorg is the place to experience all of it and more.
This 17th century fort, originally built in mud but later fortified in granite by Tipu Sultan, is known for its secret passageways, an old church and incredible sunset views.
Abbey Falls
Cascading from a height of 70m amidst coffee & spice plantations; Abbey Falls offer a perfect backdrop for a romantic photo-shoot.
Translating literally into “King’s Seat”, this spot overlooking rolling hills & deep valleys is believed to be the desired view point of the Kodagu royalty. With its charming gardens, musical fountains and picturesque landscapes; Raja’s seat is still is a choice spot for watching sunrise & sunsets.
A large Buddhist complex, home to around 5000 monks & nuns, Namdroling Monastery is a slice of Buddhism in South India. Its gorgeous Golden Temple, presided by three 18m high Buddha statues, is quite striking.
Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple is a beautiful blend of Indian, Islamic and Gothic architectural elements. Check out its beautiful dome, and slender minarets and feed the fish in the large temple tank.
Nagarhole, literally translating into “Snake River”, takes its name from the Manas River charting a serpentine course through the park. Tigers, jungle bison, sloth bears, and Asiatic elephants, are the big game found here.
Camping, river-rafting, jeep safari, hiking & trekking, zip-lining, and quad-biking
Coorg coffee and spices should top your shopping list here. You may also buy local honey, oranges, chocolates, traditional Kokkethathi Pendant and some local wine.
Coorg’s cuisine includes Kadambattu (steamed rice & coconut balls), bamboo shoot curry, Koli Curry (chicken curry), Paputtu (creamy steamed rice dumplings), Kommu Curry (Mushroom Curry), and delicious Pandi Curry (pork curry).
Coorg’s ambient climate makes it a year-round destination, but months from October to April are best for adventure activities and also a great time to watch white coffee blooms spreading their blanket over the valley.
By Air: Mangalore International Airport, about 160kms away, connects Coorg with major Indian cities and a few international cities.
By Rail: The nearest railhead in Mysore, around 95kms away, connects Mangalore with India through an extensive railway network.
By Road: A well-maintained network of roads and highways connect Coorg with the major cities in the region.
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