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Travel to Chikmagalur... |
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| Facts and Figures : | |||||||||||
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| History : | |||||||||||
| The district takes its name from the head quarters town of Chikmaglur, which literally means 'Younger Daughter's Town'. It is said to have been given as a dowry to the younger daughter of Rukmangada, the legendary chief of Sakrepatna. Another part of the town bestowed on the elder daughter is known as the Hiremaglur. But some old inscriptions reveal that these two places were known as Kiriya-Magalu and Priya Magalu. Situated in a fertile valley south of the Baba Budan Range in the head quarters town of the district, Chikmaglur is a centre of education, trade and commerce. The town enjoys a salubrious climate and has venerated monuments of all religions such as Kondadarama Temple, a synthesis of Hoysala and Dravidian styles of architecture, Jamia Mosque and the new St. Joseph's Cathedral with an attractive shell-shaped portico. Hiremaglur, which is now part of Chikmaglur town, has an Ishwara Temple with a 1.22-m high curious rotund figure of Jademuni. The temple is supposed to have been installed by king Janamejaya during his serpent sacrifice. | |||||||||||
| How to Reach : | |||||||||||
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Air: The nearest airport is Mangalore (170 kms) from
Chikmagalur.Bangalore (240 kms) far from Chikmagalur. Rail: Chikmagalur is connected by rail to Bangalore, Hassan and Mangalore. Road: Chikmagalur is connected by road to Bangalore, Hassan and Mangalore. |
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| Best Season to Visit Chikmagalur : | |||||||||||
| The best time to visit Chikmagalur is between the months of September and March. . | |||||||||||
| Sightseeing : | |||||||||||
| Ishwara Temple : | |||||||||||
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Hiremagalur which is now a part of Chikmagalur town has an Ishwara Temple
with a 1.22 metre high, intriguing figure of Jademuni. The temple also
houses a Yoopastambha, believed to be installed by King Janamejaya, during
his serpent sacrifice. |
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| Kodandarama Temple : | |||||||||||
| This temple is a synthesis of Hoysala and Dravidian style of architecture. | |||||||||||
| Excursion : | |||||||||||
| Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary : | |||||||||||
 Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary 38 kms from Chikmagalur, this sanctuary is must
for wildlife enthusiasts. The Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary in the
Chickmagalur and Shimoga Districts, is one of the most fascinating
sanctuaries. Sheltering some exquisite flora and fauna. The great Indian
gaur, barking deer, flying fox, mongoose, elephant, panther,babbler,
barbet, blue jay, kingfisher, robin, weaverbird, and drongo
have all made
their home here. This place is truely mysterious, magical and
mind-blowing. The secrets of the jungle unwind as you go deep into the
seemingly silent forest. Birds whistle their favorite songs.
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| Kemmanagundi : | |||||||||||
 Kemmanagundi is named after the Wodeyar king Krishnaraja Wodeyar
IV, who made it his favorite summer camp. Quite, peaceful, serene.
Nestling amidst lush green forests, Kemmanagundi is sure revive and
rejuvenate one - physically, mentally & spiritually. Situated in the Tarikere Taluk of Chikmagalur District on the Baba Budan range at a
height of 1,434 m, is a picturesque hamlet Kemmanagundi, also called K.
R. Hills. It is the ideal place to get away from the heat and dust, the
crowds and traffic jams of the cities. |
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| Kudremukh : | |||||||||||
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Kudremukh situated 1,894.3 m above sea level and 95 kms south-west
of Chikmagalur town is the Kudremukh (Horse Face) range. It is so named
because of the unique shape of the Kudremukh Peak. Overlooking the Arabian
Sea, the broad hills are chained to one another with deep valleys and
steep precipices. Kudremukh is a secluded hill station which retains much
of its pristine, natural beauty. Lush green forests interspersed with
rivers, grassy slopes, captivating cascades and rare orchids. |
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| Sringeri : | |||||||||||
| Sringeri is one of the most celebrated pilgrimage centers in Karnataka, and is home to the Sarada Peetham established by the revered spiritual leader Aadi Sankaracharya. The chief attraction being the 12 zodiac pillars in the Vidya Shankara temple, which are so arranged that the Sun's rays fall on the particular pillar corresponding to the month. The Vidyashankara temple at Sringeri was built in memory of Guru Vidyashankara or Vidyathirtha by Vidyaranya, with the aid of the Vijayanagar rulers in the 14th century | |||||||||||
