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MADIKERI
Lush green forests, misty hills, and acres and
acres of coffee plantations. Cool bracing winds whipping the hair
about your face as you ramble along the streets that dip and rise
delightfully.
Breathtaking views surprise you from pretty cozy cottages with sloping,
tiled roofs while you're rounding hairpin bends. You sniff appreciatively
the fragrance of coffee blossoms.... Get the picture?
That is Madikeri, an unforgettable holiday destination not surprisingly
dubbed as the Scotland of India!
This charming town, capital of Kodugu (erstwhile Coorg), is situated
at an elevation of over 5,000 ft (1,525 m) above sea level. And
for those of you who want to exert yourselves, take on the Tadiyandamol,
the tallest peak in the area that stands patiently, waiting to be
climbed.
Check out these while you are there:
Madikeri Fort - it houses a temple, a chapel, a prison and a
small museum all dating back to the 19th century.
Raja's Seat - The Kings of Kodagu whiled away idyllic evenings
here. Would'nt be a bad idea for you to do the same!
Abbey Falls - (8 km). The walk to view the falls is through a
mini tropical forest. The sound of the insects and birds is at its
deafenning best!
Iruppu Fall - (75 km). A beautiful picnic spot where the sound
of the falls provides a pleasant background music.
Nisargadhama (25 km) is on the way to Madikeri from Bangalore.
It is another picnic spot with houses on stilts and a rope bridge
across the Kaveri river.
Here's an interesting bit of info... the Kodavas are said to be
the descendants of the Greeks (Alexander's soldiers)! We've all
kinds here!
LANGUAGES SPOKEN: Coorg, Kannada and English.
IDEAL TIME TO VISIT:
October to May. Avoid the Monsoons (June to September) if you dislike
being trapped inside your rooms!
REACHING THERE:
By Road: Madikeri is 252 km from Bangalore. Regular buses ply
from Bangalore, Mysore, Hassan & Mangalore. You can motor out of Bangalore,
taking the State Highway via Mysore, Hunsur, Piriyapatna and Nisargadhama
to reach Madikeri.
By Rail: Nearest railway stations are Mysore and Mangalore.
By Air: Nearest airports are Bangalore and Mangalore
NANDI
HILLS:
The
best known and hence the most popular weekend spot for Bangaloreans,
so a definite no-no for relaxing! However you can have fun if you
go in a group. A scenic spot perched at a height of 1,455 mts above
sea level, you can enjoy a beautiful sunset or just drink in the beautiful
view of Bangalore's environs, especially at night.
A flight of 1,175 steps lead from the base of the hills to the top.
On top was Tipu Sultan's summer retreat and remains of Tipu's fort
bear this out. Tipu's Drop, a 600 metre high cliff face, where prisoners
were hurled down the precipice provides an awe-inspiring sight.
Sir Mark Cubbon, when he was Commissioner made this his summer residence.
So get set for an enjoyable picnic with loads of fun and numerous
games. Conferences are possible here, at the Cubbon House. The Department
of Horticulture lets out rooms to tourists. The reservations have
to be made in advance at their office in Lal Bagh.. At the top the
hill is the Yoganandishwara temple.
LANGUAGES SPOKEN:
Kannada, Hindi, English
IDEAL TIME TO VISIT: November to March.
REACHING THERE:
About 60km away from Bangalore is Nandi Hills. By Road: You can take the National Highway No. 7 from Yelahanka
in North Bangalore.
By Rail: The nearest railway station is Bangalore.
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acres of coffee plantations. Cool bracing winds whipping the hair
about your face as you ramble along the streets that dip and rise
delightfully. 
The
best known and hence the most popular weekend spot for Bangaloreans,
so a definite no-no for relaxing! However you can have fun if you
go in a group. A scenic spot perched at a height of 1,455 mts above
sea level, you can enjoy a beautiful sunset or just drink in the beautiful
view of Bangalore's environs, especially at night. 
