Sakleshpur is one of the most beautiful places of Karnataka and thus one of the most popular destinations in the state. Located in Hassan district, near NH 48, Sakleshpur holds another distinction. It is listed at the 18th position as one of the most bio-diverse regions of the world. Because of its scenic beauty, Sakleshpur is also known as the ‘poor man’s beauty’, though in terms of flora, fauna and scenic spots, it is definitely rich. Surrounded by Western Ghats, Sakleshpur remains cool even during summers and is a favourite hill station in Karnataka. Be it adventure sports or relaxing in natural surroundings, Sakleshpur has something or the other to offer to its visitors. Here are the 5 best places to see in Sakleshpur in Karnataka:
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Top 5 Places to Visit in Hospet
Hospet, officially named as Hosapete, is a beautiful city in the district of Bellary in Karnataka. Located on the banks of the Tungabhadra River, it is also close to the famous Hampi ruins. Thus, those who visit Hospet also pay a visit to the ruins to see astonishing symbols of a bygone era. Hospet was built during the reign of Krishna Deva, who ruled Vijayanagara. What makes Hospet unique is that it stands as if at an intersection of the modern world and the past. There are old monuments on one side and the modern technological marvels on the other, all of which gives a unique identity to Hospet. Some of the bewitching places of Hospet that cannot be missed are:
Top 5 Places to Visit in Bidar
If you visit Karnataka, and if you have time to visit only say, 3 cities, then Bidar should be one on the list. It is one of the most important places in the state as it has many sites of religious, architectural and historical importance. It is a hill-top city and has many monuments worth visiting. In fact, the Archaeology department of India has published an entire book, titled, ‘Bidar Heritage’ that documents almost all the monuments and heritage structures in the city. There are around 30 tombs and 61 monuments in Bidar itself. No wonder that it is well-known as the ‘city of whispering monuments’. It is also a popular film shooting centre. Though each of the monuments in Bidar are worth visiting, there are at least 5 must-visit places in Bidar.
Top 5 Places to Visit in Chikmagalur
Of the many hill stations in Karnataka, Chikmagalur is undoubtedly one of the most popular spots. During summer months, the place sees many tourists visiting the place. The place offers so much variety that a visit to the hill station will be one of the most memorable trips of your life. There are the hills of Western Ghats, lush green vegetation, the coffee estates and so on. It is also referred to as the coffee hub of Karnataka thanks to the beautiful coffee estates. There are also pilgrimage centres, wildlife spotting and even plenty of opportunities for adventure sports. When you visit Chikmagalur, of the many spots, there are 5 must-visit places, as listed below.
Top 5 Places to Visit in Dandeli
Dandeli is a beautiful town in North Karnataka, surrounded by lush green vegetation. There are dense forests, rivers, valleys, hills and more. It is an ideal vacation spot for families. Dandeli is well-connected by air, road and rail and thus people from all over the world visit the place to enjoy some great time with friends and family. Located on the banks of the Kali River and perched at 1,551 ft above sea level, Dandeli offers the ideal location for indulging in adventure sports as well as for some relaxing time in the company of nature. Here are the best 5 places that you can spend some time in while you are in Dandeli.
Top 5 Places to Visit in Udupi
Udupi is one of the most popular places in Karnataka and is renowned both as a pilgrimage centre and as a tourist destination. It is also famous for its unique cuisine, which in fact, is world famous, especially for its ‘masala dosa’ which are dosas with fillings inside them. There are many small and big eateries here selling different kinds of dosas. The term ‘Udupi hotels’ referring to any place selling dosas and masala dosas might be due to the reputation of Udupi as the place of eateries. Here the 5 must-visit destinations of Udupi.
Top 5 Places to Visit in Shimoga
Shimoga is now known as Shivamogga and is one of the most important tourist destinations of Karnataka. Since it is the gateway of the beautiful Western Ghats, Shimoga is also known as the ‘Gateway to Malnad’ (malnad means the region of hills). Renowned as the cultural capital of the state, Shimoga is situated on the river banks of Tunga. It is a scenic place with coconut and areca nut plantations and green paddy fields all around. There are also dense jungles, scenic waterfalls, forts and lots of flora and fauna. Here are the top main places that can be visited while in Shimoga:
Top 5 Places to Visit in Madikeri
Karnataka is one of the beautiful south Indian states in India. There are many places worth visiting in Karnataka. In fact, each district of the state has some or the other beautiful places each with historical or geographical significance. One such place in the state is Madikeri, the headquarters of Coorg, another popular tourist spot. A hill station, Madikeri is located close to Mangalore and Mysore. Earlier, Madikeri was called as Muddu raja keri, after Mudduraja, who ruled the region from 1633-1647. There are many places worth visiting in Madikeri but below are the top 5 beautiful places that are a must visit in Madikeri.
Top 7 Places to Visit in Aihole
Aihole is a small village in Karnataka located about 500km away from Bangalore. The small town is known for the temple complex which is famous for its Chalukyan architecture and has a hundred of different stone temples built in the 5th Century. Aihole is known for its vast array of temples that have accumulated a cult status for being architecturally rich and historically diverse. Let us look at the top 7 places to visit in Aihole–
Top 5 Things to Do in Coorg
Adventure sports and outdoor activities are a must when taking a trip to Coorg. Not only is the town a perfect spot for some relaxation in the natural environment, it is also one of the most scenic places in India. A trip to Coorg means the kind of retreat that you would get, were you to visit a place like Kerala. This pretty town in Karnataka is a breathtaking sight to behold.