Coorg is India’s most popular tourist destination and hill station, filled with natural beauties such as waterfalls, mountain ranges, lush green forests, and animal sanctuaries. Coorg’s culture, people, natural beauty, and gastronomy are important draws that draw visitors from all over the world. Coorg is a district in the Indian state of Karnataka, around 250 kilometers from Bangalore and 150 kilometers from Mangalore.
Western Ghats range recognized by The UNESCO which spanned through this place, natural diversity is an icon for Coorg. As a Popular Hill Station in South India, it is also named for culture, Festivals, and its Historical background. Coorg is also called ‘Scotland of India’ ‘Kashmir of Karnataka’, has cool weather (15 to 24 C) in most parts of the district. There are many Tourist Places to Visit with many attractions such as waterfalls, viewpoints, trekking routes.
Coffee Estates are common in the district. The plantation is a prominent income source for the people of Coorg. Generally, People grow crops including coffee, pepper, rice, cardamom, ginger, orange, and other fruits and Spices.
The Best Tourist Places in Coorg are Famous for local and foreign visitors the places include Waterfalls, Historical Sites, and Natural Spots.
| Name of the Places | Details | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Madikeri | This is the Small Town and Center of the District with many sites to see such as the Palace, Raja Seat, Omkareshwara Temple, Gadige | 270km from Bangalore, 140km from Mangalore |
| Bhagamandala | It is the tiny town with places to see Bagandeshwara Temple and Triveni Sangam | 32km from Madikeri Town |
| Talakaveri | Famous Place in Karnataka where the River Kaveri take birth, The Vishnu Temple, Brahmagiri Hill, Wind Mill are the visiting Sites in Talakaveri | 8km from Bhagamandala |
| Kushalnagar | Small Town on the border of Mysore with the nearby attractions of Nisargadhama, Tibetian Monastery, and is the Place for Accomodations to Stay. | 30km from Madikeri |
| Mandalpatti | Vast Grass Green land, viewpoint, one of the must see places in Coorg. | About 24km from Madikeri |
| Dubare | Elephant Camp, Boating, and Safari are the attractions | 15km from Kushalnagar, 40km from Madikeri |
| Tibetan Monastery | One of the settlements of Tibet with state of art monasteries, Garden. | 2km from Kushalnagar |
| Nisargadhama | The government maintained Park with Boating, Elephant Safari, Bamboo House, Sightseeing | 2km from Kushalnagar |
| Pushpagiri Hills | One of the Highest Mountain in Karnataka located in the Border of Coorg and Dakshina Kannada | 36km from Somwarpet |
| Nalknad Palace | One of the Palace of ruler in the century ago, the palace interesting to explore around. | Near Nalkunadu Town |
| Thadiyandamol Peak | Highest Peak in Coorg with altitude of 1,748 meters high from sea level, other attractions are flora and fauna | Must Trek, near Nalkunad Town |
| Nagarahole | This is the Noted National Park in India with most Elephant and Tigers, the common Animal can be seen while safari. | 70km from Madikeri |
Other Attractions |
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| Igguthappa Temple | The Padi Igguthappa Temple is located in Kakkabe near Virajpet, built in 1810 by King Ligarajendra | 20km from Bhagamandala |
| Iruppu Falls | The tallest waterfall in Coorg, it drops by many steps and Lakshmana-Tirtha temple also another place to visit. | 30kms from Gonikoppa |
| Chelavara Water Falls | Chelavara Waterfall located in Virajpet Taluk | 25km from Nagarahole |
| Mallalli Waterfalls | This falls situated at the base of Pushpagiri Hill ranges and plunge over 200 ft | 25km from Somwarpet |
| Chiklihole Dam | Small Dam to control fluid and water supply for cultivation to local peoples | 15km from Kushalnagar |
| Abbey Falls | Most Famous falls in Coorg near Madikeri, best to visit in September and November | 10km from Madikeri |
