If you want to be on top of Karnataka, then travel to Mullayyanagiri, which is the highest peak in Karnataka. It is 16 Km from Chikkamagalur and is 1930 meters above sea level and the view of the hills, plains and forests is mind blowing.
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Chikkamagaluru was always mentioned by my dad and his cousins with a lot of affection as they spent their holidays in their maternal Grandfather’s coffee estate. I have heard many incidents and stories that my dad and his cousins experienced in Chikkamagaluru. My love for nature and Chikkamagaluru was triggered by their memories of walking [...]
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I remember visiting Bhadravathi in 1979 as part of our school education trip. We visited Vishweshwaraya Iron and Steel Limited (VISL) factory and all I can remember is that it was very hot and noisy inside. We friends were busy noticing that the water in our water bottle had become warm. The unit was started [...]
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Gumbaz is situated in Srirangapattana and is the mausoleum of Tiger of Mysore – Tipu Sultan, his father Hyder Ali and his mother Fathima Begum. The Gumbaz stands out against the background of the beautiful green Lalbagh Gardens.
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The historic place of Srirangapatna / Srirangapattana is situated on the banks of river Cauvery at 15 Km from Mysore. Srirangapattana is noted for its ruler Tipu Sultan, the Ranganatha Temple, Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary, and Cauvery River.
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This ancient temple built in 1223–1224 by Polalva, a commander and minister of the Hoysala Empire King Vira Narasimha II is situated in Harihar / Harihara, Karnataka dedicated to Hari-hara / Lord Vishnu-Shiva. The beautiful 4 feet height idol is a powerful combination of the protector (Hara / Lord Vishnu) and the destroyer (Lord Shiva). [...]
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Harihar or Harihara city is located in Davangere District of Karnataka at 275 kilometers from Bangalore. Harihar was known as Guharanya because it was ruled by the demon Guhasura. It lies on the banks of River Tungabhadra. The Tungabhadra River is a sacred river in southern India that flows through the states of Karnataka and [...]
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Our school was right behind Jaganmohan Palace, Mysore and I have been on stage many times in the huge auditorium of this palace in programs that were part of school’s parent’s day celebrations. I have visited the art gallery innumerable times but it is not enough. Every time I go I see the art pieces [...]
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Sri Ranganatha is the presiding deity of the ancient temple at Srirangapattana.
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Baagilali Kai Mugidu Valage Baa Yaathrikane Shileyalla Vee Gudiyu Kaleya Baleyu …..
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