Top 5 Attractions of Karnataka in 2020

1. Hampi Places and History

Hampi is located at about seventy four kilometers from Bellary city and about thirteen kilometers away from Hospet city in Karnataka. The remains of Vijayanagar kingdom is also can be seen in the village of Hampi which extends over a locale of more than twenty six square kilometers. They are one of the most charming ancient places in South India. October to March is the best time to plan a trip to Hampi. It is a booming tourist center. The region of Hampi is sheltered by the stormy river Tungabhadra in the north and by stony granite stones on further sides. There is a supernatural excellence to the shells of Hampi yet after the kingdom of Krishna - Devaraya collapsed in the 14th century.

Hampi is well-known for its ruins belonging to the one-time medieval Hindu monarchy of Vijaynagar and it is stated as one of the best heritage site on earth. The statues and monuments along the temples in hampi are gorgeous as of their brilliant workmanship. The architectural set up at Hampi replicates the Indian Hindu culture and magnificence of the Vijaynagar kingdom. The rocky land adds the historic importance of this spot.

Some eye-catching temples of attraction include Virupaksha temple, Achutaraya Temple, Vithala Temple, Virupaksha Temple. Virupaksha temple has a fifty meter high gopuram, hemakunta hill and a monolithic Sculpture of Narasimha. Other attractions of hampi include Sule Bazar, Purandaradasa Mandapa and Royal Center. Royal Center is one important place to see, since it hosts Lotus Mahal, the queen's bath and Elephant stables etc.

2. Bangalore, Karnataka

Bangalore is the capital of Karnataka, and is popularly known as the silicon valley of india, since it hosts a numerous software companies. Other companies of this fast growing city include electronics, machine tools and aircraft. The place is situated thousand meters above sea level. The city was founded by Kempe Gowda in the early 16th century. In the 18th century, the city became stronghold for Hyder Ali and Tipu Sulthan. The remains of that era are still seen on the Bellary Road. Today the city is one of the top growing cities in the world and also one of the five metropolitan cities in India.

3. Mysore Travel, Dussehra and Climate

Mysore is a beautiful tourist destination, which is considered as the city of palaces in South India. Mysore is also called as the land of sandalwood products. Mysooru is the other name of Mysore. The city is known for its arts and culture, because the earlier rulers of this place called as Wodeyar rulers were great followers of art and culture. You can see the reflection of their rich heritage in the city itself. Besides palaces, other attractions of this city include Sivasamudram falls, Krishna Raj Sagra dam and Srirangapatna.

The term Mysore is derived from the name of a demon king, Mahishasura. According to myth, it is believed that once the Mysore city was under the rule of this king Mahishasura, who was later killed by the goddess Chamundeshwari. In that memory, people celebrate Dussehra festival every year and it is a famous one. People from different parts of the country will flock to Mysore to see the festival. Some of the other attractions of mysore are Brindavan Gardens Mysore, Chamundi Hills Mysore, Mysore Zoo, Mysore Palace, Darla Daulat Bagh and so on.

Climate: Climate of Mysore is moderate. During summer seasons from March to May, the temperature will rise from 20° Celsius to 35° Celsius, while during winter season; the temperature will drop upto 12° Celsius and may rise to 30° Celsius.

How to Reach?

By Air: Bangalore Airport (170 kilometers)

By Train: Trains available from Chennai, Bangalore and other stations.

4. Coorg Travel with History

Coorg is a beautiful place situated in the south western part of Karnataka neighboring with kerala. According to 2001 census, the population of coorg is estimated as around 5.5 lakh. The area of the place is around 4102 square kilometers with about ninty six kilometer towards north south and about sixty four kilometer towards east west. Kodagu is the other name of Coorg. There are several peaks in the place and they are Tadiyandamol which is 1750 meters high, Brahmagiri, Tumbe Male, Kote Betta, Nishani Motte, Soma Male and the Pushpagiri. The main attraction of this place includes its natural beauty, the people there and their culture and the food, which draws more tourists towards Coorg.

Coorg History: According to history, Coorg was ruled by the Gangas during ninth and tenth centuries. But Cholas captured the place in 11thcentury and ruled till 14th century. After that Changalvas came into existence and they ruled from fourteenth to sixteenth century. After that Nayakas with Haleri Rajas of Kodagu ruled the Coorg till 1834.

Coorg Travel: Coorg belongs to one of the top tourist destinations in India and was considered as the Kashmir of South India. British called the place Coorg as the Scotland of India. Today Coorg becomes a favourite place for the visitors and will definitely consider this place for their vacation trip.

How to Reach? Direct Bus and taxi services are available from cities like Hassan (115 kilometers by roadways), Mysore (120 kilometers by roadways), Mangalore (135 kilometers by roadways) and Bangalore (250 kilometers by Roadways).

5. Nagarhole National Park with Accommodation

Nagarhole National Park is one of the most popular parks in India. The place is located near Coorg and is about ninety three kilometers away towards south-west away side of Mysore. The place is spread over 643 sq kilometers (247 square-miles) of forest and is a home for large mammals such as panthers, elephants, dhole, gaurs, barking deers, tigers, bears and so on. This Park was started in 1955. However in 1975, the area was expanded with the aim to preserve the forest. In a terrible fire incident happened in the year 1992, all forest was burnt, but now it is completely changed and is on the way to recovery. People can settle at Forest Department guest house by making special reservation for Nagarhole National Park accommodation. As it is with least amenities and green forest is much more eye-catching than the Bandipur vegetation (Mysore).

The name of the park is so, since a few serpentine streams split through the forests. It is derived from the addition of two kannada words, namely Nagar and Hole. Literally, Nagar means Snake and hole means river streams. The forest was early used by the Maharajas of Mysore for the purpose of hunting. The name of the park was recently changed to Rajiv Gandhi National Park and was credited as one of the best wildlife park in India. A dam located over the Kabini River and its charming reservoir is other attractions of this place. During the month from February to June (Summer Season) the lakes will attracts a huge number of birds and animals, making it a perfect spot for sighting wildlife.

How to Reach? Two bus services daily from Mysore are available to reach Nagarhole.

Climate: During the month from February to May (Summer Season), max temperature will be 33°C, and during winter season, the temperature will drop upto 14°C. Monsoon is unpredictable, but it usually rains from June to September. April-May is the best time to visit this wildlife.

Accommodation: The Karnataka Forest Department runs two rest houses in this place for the purpose of tourist staying. Reservation has to be made through Forest Department Offices in Mysore or Bangalore for Accomodation.