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Karnataka State is Located in the Deccan Plateau in the southern part of the Indian subcontinent. Karnataka is one of the larger states in India and a popular destination among the foreign and Indian tourists. It is a land blessed with many fascinating worlds. Discover ageless monuments, world heritage sites, lush green forests, amazing wildlife, spectacular waterfalls, romantic hill stations, timeless temples, pristine beaches, exhilarating adventure sports and vibrant art & culture. And, as you traverse through the length and breadth of Karnataka, be spellbound by every facet of this amazing land.
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Destination Karnataka

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About Karnataka

Karnataka State is Located in the Deccan Plateau in the southern part of the Indian subcontinent. Karnataka is one of the larger states in India and a popular destination among

the foreign and Indian tourists. It is a land blessed with many fascinating worlds. Discover ageless monuments, world heritage sites, lush green forests, amazing wildlife, spectacular

waterfalls, romantic hill stations, timeless temples, pristine beaches, exhilarating adventure sports and vibrant art & culture. And, as you traverse through the length and breadth of

Karnataka, be spellbound by every facet of this amazing land.

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Places to visit

• Agumbe Sunset view

• Belur

• BR Hills

• Brindavan gardens

• Chamundi hills

• Halebid

• Hampi

• Jog Fall

• MM Hills

• Iruppu Falls

• Abbey Falls

• Sathodi Falls

• Badami

• Mysore Palace

• Srirangapatna

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Agumbe Sunset view

• Agumbe Sunset View is one of the peak point in western ghats. Sunset view attracts many tourists to visit this place. People visiting Agumbe can also visit Shringeri as it is very nearby.

• On a clear day, one can see the sun setting over the Arabian Sea, though the sea is at quite a distance from Agumbe. It's located on the 14th hair pin bend on the mountain ride to Agumbe.

• The visiting period is from November to January as the sky will be clear during this period.

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Belur

• Belur is one of the famous tourist destination in Karnataka and is well known for Chennakeshava temple which was a capital during Hoysala kingdom for a short duration. Belur is situated on the banks of river Yegachi.

• There are so many art and sculptures to see in Channakeshava temple. The star shaped Garbhagruha, Navaranga and Sukanasi Pillars, the image of Vijaya narayana (Keshava), more than 80 sculptures of Madanika in the temple.

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BR Hills

• Biligiri Rangana Hills belongs to Chamarajnagar district of Karnataka state. BR Hills are famous for hilly area with beautiful scenary. The temple premises is famous for its valley view. This place is also known for wild life sanctuary.

• During February-March, there will be a car festival in BR hills and attracts lot of devotees across several Southern states of India. The normal visiting period is from October to March.

• The main key attraction is the Hundred years old Champaka tree.

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Brindavan Garden

• Brindavan Garden is located by the side of the Krishnarajasagar Dam built across the river Kaveri. It is one of the most beautiful laid out terrace gardens in the world.

• The garden is enriched with innumerable fountains decorated with coloured lighting and illuminated running waters and fountains with changing colours of lights is an event that the tourists can look forward to in the evenings.

• The Musical and dancing fountain, is the main attraction of the visitors.

• The visiting hours for Brindavan garden is from early morning 7.00 am to night 9.00pm. Lighting will be on from 7.00pm to 9.00pm.

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Chamundi hills

• Chamundi Hill is located just outside the city of Mysore within a distance of 12 KM. Chamundi Hill is one of the landmark tourist attractions of Mysore, and it never fails to fall on the itinerary of those visiting Mysore.

• The famous goddess Chamundeshwari and the temple is located at the top of the hill.

• The visitors can visit Lalith Mahal Palace while returning from Chamundi Hill. Lalitha mahal palace is located at the ground level of Chamundi hill.

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Halebid

• Halebid was also called Dwarasamudra in ancient times and is located in the Hassan district of present day Indian state of Karnataka.

• Halebid was the capital of Hoysala Empire during 12th and 13th centuries.

• This place attracts visitors from all part of the world for the famous Hoysaleswara and Kedareshwara temples.

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Hampi

• Hampi is the most extraordinary construction of India witnessing the 14th century ruins located in the Bellary district of Karnataka. The nearest city to reach Hampi is Hospet.

• Every part of Hampi is an attraction in itself Step into the city and you are greeted by magnificently carved Dravidian style temples and forts. The place had been a tourist attraction even in the 15th and 16th century.

• The main key attractions are Vithala Temple, Hazara Rama Temple and Virupaksha Temple.

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Jog Fall

• Jog Fall is located at southern state of Karnataka and is India's highest waterfall. Its height is 830 feet and is located on Sharavati River. There is an hydro electric power generating station name after Mahatma Gandhi.

• The place is almost resides in the border of Western ghats of mountain ranges. Afternoon is the best time to watch the fall as sunlight will directly fall on the water fall.

• The best time to visit water falls is when sufficient water is available in the river. Usually from June to September is the best time as monsoon remains active during this time of the year.

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MM Hills

• MM Hills belongs to Chamarajnagar district in Karnataka state. The surrounding is totally hilly area and the temple is situated at the center of 7 hills.

• MM Hills is surrounded by dense forest. The temple here is dedicated to Lord Mahadeshwara. The temple here attracts not only the pilgrims but also nature lovers.

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Iruppu Falls

• Iruppu water falls is located at a distance of 50 km from Madikeri. The Iruppu waterfall is surrounded by lush green Western Ghats.

• The roaring waters of the Iruppu falls and the picturesque surroundings make it a favorite picnic spot. Iruppu Falls presents a stunning sight during the monsoon.

• The Rameshwara Temple attracts a large number of pilgrims during the festival of Shivaratri.

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Abbey Falls

• Abbey Falls is located at a distance of 10 km from Madikeri. The gushing waters of the Abbey falls, dropping down a rocky ravine, results that the roar of the falls can be heard from the road.

• This waterfall is also known as the Abbi falls, is amidst of lush spread of coffee plantation.

• The ideal time to visit the falls is during the monsoon, when they are at their best.

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Sathodi Falls

• Sathodi falls is located at a distance of 32 km from Yellapur. It is situated in the midst of dense forests makes Sathodi falls an ideal tourist destination of Karnataka.

• Sathodi Falls is locally known as the "mini-Niagara.

• It is the perfect venue for picnics and excursions. You can also try your hand at some adventure sports such as trekking, river rafting, bird watching, etc.

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Badami

• Badami is located in the Bagalkot district of North Karnataka, was the capital of the Chalukya Dynasty. It is situated at the mouth of a beautiful ravine, flanked on either side by beautiful sandstone hills.

• It is famous for rock cut and is full of cave temples, entryways, fortresses, dedications and carvings.

• Badami attracts a lot of tourists every year for its cave temples and its architecture.

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Mysore Palace

• Mysore Palace is located in the heart of the city. It is the most fascinating monument of Mysore city.

• Mysore Palace is one of the most visited monuments. And its one of the largest palaces in the country, also known as Amba Vilas Palace.

• The Mysore Palace is stunningly lighted every Sunday nights and in the Dussehra month.

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Srirangapatna

• Srirangapatna is city of historic, religious, and cultural hub situated in Mandhya district of Karnataka, just about 13kms from Mysore.

• Srirangapatna is enclosed by the river Kaveri to form an island.

• The main attractions of the town is Sri Ranganathaswamy temple.

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Key Cities And Town

• Bangalore (Capital)

• Mysore

• Gulbarga

• Belgaum

• Davanagere

• Mangalore

• Tumakuru(Tumkur)

• Shimoga

• Bijapur

• Raichur

• Hospet

• Bidar

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Bangalore

• Bangalore is a booming city and considered fifth largest and the fastest growing city in Asia.

• Bangalore combines a quaint old world charm with the hustle and bustle of a modern metropolitan city. The city is very interesting and provides a varied sightseeing experience with Palaces, museums, temples, churches and gardens.

• It has the most pleasant weather througout the year which got itself the name "Pensioner's Paradise".

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Mysore

• Mysore is the second biggest City in the State of Karnataka. It is the erstwhile capital of the Mysore Maharajas, who ruled Mysore State from this royal city.

• Mysore is famous for sandalwood and rose wood carved articles. Mysore is a city of palaces, gardens, shady avenues and sacred temples and retains some of the charm of the old world with its many institutions that propagate Carnatic Classical music and dance.

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Gulbarga

• GULBARGA was known as 'KALBURGI' in former days which means stony land in Karnataka. Gulbarga district is situated in the northern part of Karnataka State.

• Gulbarga also has a number of imposing tombs of Bahmani kings.

• The main key attractions are Gulbarga Fort, Haft Gumbad and Museum.

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Belgaum

• Belgaum was earlier known as "Venugrama“. It has now become one of the important district in the state of Karnataka.

• Belgaum is one of the old, strong, prominent and well cultured historical place nestling high in the Western Ghats. Belgaum has an enviable heritage and offers much to be discovered.

• The main key attractions are Gokak Falls, Yellamma Temple and Belgaum Fort.

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Davanagere

• Davangere is a city with self styled culture, yet inherited from generations and is famous for delicacies like Benne Dose, Mandakki-Menasinakaayi and Gulladaki Undi.

• The best time to visit Davangere is between the months of October and March.

• The main key attractions are Kunduvada kere, Soole kere, Anamalai Wildlife Sanctuary and Forest College Museum.

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Mangalore

• Mangalore is located near the backwaters formed by the converging Netravati and Gurpur rivers. The city derives its name from the presiding deity Mangaladevi, the goddess of fortune.

• The city has a modern port now. The major home industries are Beedi's, Tiles, cashew and coffee curing and fishing. It has a panorama of palm-fringed beaches, lush green fields and enchanting forests.

• The main attractions are Mangaladevi Temple, Light House Hill-Garden and Mahatma Gandhi Museum.

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Tumakuru(Tumkur)

• Tumkur is one of the busiest industrial towns located in the state of Karnataka. The town comprises of various hills, streams, valleys etc., which enhances the beauty of the place. It is a paradise for nature lovers, who want to enjoy their time in seclusion.

• Though being an industrial town, Tumkur is still reckoned as one of the major tourist places located in Karnataka.

• The main key attractions are Pavagada Fort and Devarayana Durga.

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Shimoga

• Shimoga is a city located in Shimoga district in the central part of the state of Karnataka. It is known as ‘the rice bowl of Karnataka'.

• It lies on the banks of the Tunga River and is the administrative headquarters of the district. The name of the city is derived from the term Shiva-Mukha , meaning Face of Shiva.

• The main key attractions are Shivappa Nayak Palace, Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary and Kalthgiri Falls.

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Bijapur

• Bijapur is a historically important city of the state. There are many excursion options from Bijapur. Badami, Aihole and Pattadakal are all located around 100 Km from Bijapur. All these places are famous for the temples of Chalukyan style.

• Bijapur was the construction of many exquisite structures that would be counted among the best in the world.

• The main key attractions are The Gol Gumbaz, Jumma Masjid and Aihole.

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Raichur

• Raichur is one of the most backward districts in the state of Karnataka. The major areas where the district lacks in terms of development is primary education, primary health, agriculture drinking water and sanitation.

• Raichur is known for producing good quality rice. It has also received acclaim as producer of cotton and oil seeds.

• The main key attractions are Ranganatha Temple, Pampa Sarovara, Kamal Mahal and Huchchappayana Matha.

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Hospet

• Hospet is known as the gateway to Hampi. It is famous for its close proximity to Hampi, the famous site of the great Vijayanagar kingdom. It is located about 13 km from Hampi.

• The pilgrims believe that the dip in the river here will cleanse them of the sins because of an association between Lord Vishnu and the Tungabhadra River.

• The main key attractions are The Tungabhadra Dam, Lotus Mahal and Vithala Temple.

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Bidar

• Bidar is an important historical city located in the northeastern part of Karnataka. Bidar was a part of the Bahamani Kingdom which comprised of Bijapur, Gulbarga.

• The name of Bidar appears to be derived from 'bidiru' which means bamboo. The place seems to have been known for bamboo clusters in the past.

• The main key attractions are Bidar Fort, Bahamani Tombs at Ashtur, Bidar Tower Clock and Narasimha Zara Cave Temple.

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Activities you should not miss

Summer

Winter

Rain

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Activities you should not miss

In Summer:- The mercury starts rising from March and lasts till the end of May. An ideal way to beat the heat is to pack your bags and head to cooler climes, which Karnataka offers in abundance. Here, you have the option to choose from cosy hill stations, pristine beaches and raw wildlife.

Must Visit:

Hill Station: Coorg, Chikmagalur, Kudremukh, Agumbe, Kemmanagundi, Kundari, Kodachadri, BR Hills, and Nandi Hills.

Beaches: Gokarna, Karwar, Murudeshwara, Marawanthe, Malpe, Kaup, Mangalore, St. Mary’s Island.

Wildlife: Rajiv Gandhi National Park (Nagarahole), BRT Wildlife Sanctuary, Bandipur National Park, Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary, Anshi National Park, Kudremukh National Park.

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Activities you should not miss

In Winters:- The Karnataka winter is usually moderate and lasts between November to February. You can choose to visit a hill station where the hills are at their misty best.

Must Visit:

Heritage Trail: World Heritage Sites of Hampi and Pattadakal, Aihole, Badami, Belgaum, Lakkundi, Chitradurga, Halebeedu, Belur, Bangalore.

Hill Station: Coorg, Chikmagalur, Kudremukh, Agumbe, Kemmanagundi, Kundari, Kodachadri, BR Hills, and Nandi Hills.

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Activities you should not miss

In The Rain:-Monsoon lashes Karnataka with rains between June and September. You have the option of visiting the Western Ghats where the monsoons are legendary.

Must Visit:

Hill Stations: Agumbe, Coorg, Chikmagalur or other hill stations of the Western Ghats.

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Wildlife in Karnataka

Karnataka has a variety of wildlife habitats and a rich diversity of plant and animal communities. The habitats of Karnataka include montane grasslands and short stature valley forests (sholas), wet-evergreen, semi-evergreen, moist decidous, dry decidous, thorny scrub

as well as riverine, mangrove and other wetland vegetations. Wildlife sanctuaries are nothing less than a treasure of nature to Karnataka. Besides its natural splendor, Karnataka is also bountiful of its wildlife habitat, housing some of the rare and endangered species.

Bandipur National Park

BR Hills Sanctuary

Rajiv Gandhi National Park

Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary

Kaggaladu Heronry

Bannerghatta national park

Bhadra wildlife sanctuary

Dubare elephant camp

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Adventure in Karnataka

White Water Raftingat Kali river at Dandeli

Rock Climbing is 50km from Bangalore on the

Bangalore-Mysore highway

Trekking at Ghat districts of Uttara and Dakshina Karnataka -Shimoga, Chikmagalur, Hassan and Kodagu.

AnglingAerosports at

Bangalore's Hebbal LakeYana at Western Ghats in Uttara Kannada district

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Home stays

• Aahan Group Stay

• Aahan Hills Cottage

• BB Estate

• Bird of Paradise

• Carmel Luxury Homestay

• Chahan Homestay

• Chamundi view Home Stay

• Chida Homestay

• Coorg Naladi Holidays

• Daffodils | Dreamland Holiday Resorts and Homestays

• EcoHabitat

• Gowri Niwas

• Holiday Home

• Jagale Home Stay

• Kabbe Holidays

• Mel's - 2BHK & 3BHK Service Apartment

• Mel's - Serviced Room

• Nakor Vlkot Estate

• Soans Island Resorts

• Swarga

• Villa Camelot

• Elephant Corridor Coorg

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Aahan Group Stay (Kodagu)

• The Estate stay rooms situate in the midst of coffee plantation near Aahan Hills Cottage.

• Kootuhole is 5 km from Madikeri town.

• Aahan Group Stay has well furnished 4 rooms with TV, attached bathroom. Eight persons can be accommodated in one room.

• The amenities provided are Doctor on Call, Postal Services, Laundry Facility, Taxi on Call and Cook on call.

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Aahan Hills Cottage(Madikeri)

• Aahan Hills Cottage is situated in the midst of coffee plantation near Abbe Falls at Sapthagiri Estate Kootuhole, Madikeri. It has all the amenities to Guarantee the guest a Luxurious stay.

• It has 2 rooms with spacious bedroom, Bath room with Bath tub facility, a Grand fully furnished Kitchen, a Spacious Verandah and Camp fire facility etc.

• A beautiful view of hills, river, sun rise, sun set and can also enjoy the rejuvenating walk inside the coffee plantation.

• The amenities are television and internet access.

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BB Estate(Kodagu)

• BB Homestay is a Premium category located in coffee plantation farm. The house is situated just 6 kms from the beautiful town of Madikeri.

• The guests have options of staying in the Estate Bungalow or the 175 year old ancestral house.

• The Estate Bungalow has 2 suites which are consisting of bedroom, dining, bathroom & sit out. There are 3 bedroom in ancestral house has attached bathrooms, a hall, sit out and dining cum kitchen.

• The other key attractions include wild life safari, trek, play golf, or go angling. The spiritually inclined can follow the buddhist trail.

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Bird of Paradise(North Kodagu)

• The bird of Paradise Home-stay is spread across a sprawling seven acre estate and will entice you with best of both worlds. It’s a place like no other untouched and pure. With nothing but nature all around you.

• With all the comforts of home and surroundings that resound with peace and calm, the Bird of Paradise Home stay makes a perfect holiday or weekend destination of choice.

• The key attractions around the property include Nisargadama Wildlife park (6 kms), Dubare Elephant camp (15 kms), Tibetan Golden temple (7 kms) and Harangi dam (6 kms).

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Carmel Luxury Homestay(Bangalore)• The Homestay is built in the traditional

Kerala style of architecture ,it has an open courtyard covered with baked Mangaloean tiles, the centre courtyard with a varppu, the pot traditionally used by families in Kerala to cook for guests.

• The interiors are decorated with authentic rosewood furniture, lamps, a tanjore veena and an ethnic swing. The bright colours, abstract art murals and knick-knacks give it a very contemporary feel.

• If you just want to relax, then you have a wide variety of options, whether you just want soak in the sun on the lawns, or play some indoor games like snooker or chess.

• If you have pets, you can leave them in the safe hands of hosts who are animal lovers themselves. For a nominal fee, they will look after your pets while you tour the city.

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Chahan Homestay(Kodagu)

• Chahan Homestay is a 3BHK property in Medikeri, Kodagu district.

• There are 3 bedrooms and accommodation is suitable for 8 people.

• The amenities provided are Doctor on Call, Laundry facility, Housekeeping ,Television and Fridge.

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Chamundi view Home Stay(Mysore)

• The Chamundi View homestay is registered as “Grade A” accommodation by Karnataka Tourism. The homestay is located in the beautiful town of Mysore just 5 kms from the main town.

• The property is run by the Nanjappa's and has two bed rooms. The hosts are extremely friendly and hospitable. The host serves traditional Indian, Continental and Chinese food.

• The homestay has all modern amenities and ensures that the guests have comfortable stay at the property.

• The rooms are basic but neat and you'll always find the bathrooms dry and clean. There is ample natural night and ventilation in the rooms.

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Chida Homestay(Kodagu)

• Chida Homestay is a beautiful 2 BHK property, has 2 bedrooms which can accommodate up to 5 people.

• Madikeri is a hill station town in Karnataka state, India. Also known as Mercara, it is the headquarters of Kodagu district.

• The amenities provide are Satellite TV, Internet access, cook on call, doctor on call and housekeeping.

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Coorg Naladi Holidays(Coorg)

• Naladi Holidays is built on 15 acres of coffee plantations on a river bank in the rainforests. The homestay is located in a interior village called as "Naladi" .

• The house is situated conveniently at the foothills of Thadiyandamol peak and serves best as a base camp for trekkers.

• The guest accommodation will be inside the spacious villa with 4 huge double bedrooms overlooking the estate and mountains. The guest rooms are at the first floor which is exclusive for the guest and has a separate entrance.

• The sangam of 2 mountain rivers are known as ‘Ambala Pole’ and is only 50 meters away from the bungalow.

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Daffodils Dreamland Holiday Resorts and Homestay

• Daffodils Homestay is set amidst the misty woods of Coorg. Warm hospitality is assured, and the accommodation facilities are comfortable and efficient, allowing the relaxation. It is an excellent retreat from city life, and meets all the requirements of leisure and business travellers with aplomb.

• Daffodils contain 5 deluxe rooms with all modern facilities. The guest can opt for rooms or for complete bungalow.

• All our rooms are properly ventilated and build as and according to the old vastu rituals. All rooms are provided with cots and comfortable mattresses, bed spreads, blankets, towels, floor mats and more all for your luxury.

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EcoHabitat(Kusalnagar)

• Eco Habitat believe in reintroducing city folk to the wonders of nature in its purest form.

• We always take people to unheard of places and provide them with new, uncommon experiences, that’s why we make use of offbeat retreats set among some of the most naturally beautiful, remote Coorg locales.

• Eco Habitat is situated very close to river Kaveri. It is a beautiful coconut farm intercropped with Vanilla & Cardamom. There is small dairy farm in Eco Habitat which takes care of all the dairy needs.

• There are 4 rooms which include satellite TV, private pool, solar power lights and internet on request.

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Elephant Corridor Coorg(Mysore)

• Elephant corridor is a plantation homestay in Coorg. It offers refreshing experience to the guest with the beautiful scenery around. It is the best place to sit, relax and 'DO absolutely Nothing!‘

• Elephant corridor has three spacious rooms, two on ground floor and one on first floor, with attached bathrooms. There is separate open kitchen for those guests, who like to cook their own food.

• The guest can enjoy the ambiance through comfortable cushions, hammock, magazines, board games, wind chimes and small miniatures in and around the guest rooms.

• There are other interesting places like the Dubare Elephant camp, Abhi Falls, and Nagarahole Wildlife Sanctuary. The guest can visit the magnificent Tibetan Buddhist Monastery. Read More…

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Gowri Niwas(Kodagu)

• Gowri Niwas is situated at the heart of Madikeri, the capital of Coorg, the guests have the luxury and comfort of home.

• Gowri Niwas has been rebuilt meticulously, is an ancestral home known for its legendary hospitality to family and friends.

• The guest can enjoy the solitude of nature in all wild untouched beauty, listen to the music of the wind and have a picnic by the brook in the heart of Coorg.

• There are 3 rooms which are well furnished with cable TV, hot water kettle, attached bathroom and running hot and cold water.

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Holiday Home(Mysore)

• Holiday Home is 2BHK Fully Furnished apartment in a very centrally located area in Mysore. It provides guest the comfort of a home away from home to get away from the extreme summers/winters come to Mysore where the weather is moderate throughout the year.

• The place is best suited for corporate and people who are traveling for long duration. The apartment is available on monthly rental. The guest will need to book the same for one month period and can be extended.

• The guest only need to carry their personal clothes and the rest is provided, with cutlery linen to microwave, washing machine and also gas and a part time maid, along with ironing man on the premises.

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Jagale Home Stay(South Coorg)

• Jagale Homestay, nestled amidst lush green coffee plantations that border the Nagarahole forest in south Coorg, is the ideal holiday spot.

• There are two wooden cottages and a room on the roof of the house are offered with all the basic facilities and an attached bathroom.

• The guests walk into a house to a living room well furnished with wooden flooring tastefully decorated giving you a complete home atmosphere.

• The guest will be offered all kinds of Coorg dishes and the regular Indian dishes. The guest can plan a long walk through the coffee estate and watch the sun set across the paddy fields or walk down to the river to fish.

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Kabbe Holidays(Kodagu)

• Kabbe Holidays is perfectly situated in the picturesque foothills of the Kabbe Hills, Somakundu and Thadiyandamolu in Kodagu district Coorg. The place offers a beautiful view of valley's and mountains.

• The best season to visit Kabbe is between October and May. The monsoons, from July to September, are heavy and restrict outdoor activities - a perfect time of year for overworked corporates and honeymooners.

• There are 5 rooms fully furnished with all modern facilities including postal services, taxi on call and doctor on call.

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Mel's-2BHK & 3BHK Service Apartment

• Mel’s Serviced Apartments offers fully furnished luxurious serviced apartments. It offers complete privacy to guests, where entry and access to the apartment are exclusive.

• A bedroom flat is an apartment with 5 bedrooms, each with twin / double beds, a TV and private attached bathrooms

• Each serviced apartment is equipped with television, STD/ISD facility and a kitchen fully equipped with utensils, stove, fridge, microwave oven and electric kettle.

• Complimentary Indian or continental breakfast and newspaper are also provided.

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Mel's - Serviced Room(Bangalore)

• MEL'S Serviced Rooms are centrally located on HAL Airport road, Bangalore. It offers a comfortable stay to guests at competitive prices.

• Serviced room are fully furnished that can be shared by two adults and a child up to 12 years of age. Each serviced room is equipped with television, and wifi facility.

• Complimentary Indian or continental breakfast and newspaper are also provided.

• The homestay is close to the walking distance to Manipal Hospital, major shopping districts, restaurants and nightlife.

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Nakor Vlkot Estate(North Coorg)

• The Nakoor Volkot Estate is a cozy family-run vacation home that lies in a coffee plantation spread over 12 acres of land. In addition to the coffee, you’ll also find pepper and orange spread out all over the estate.

• A small lake and the five minute walk from the back waters of the Harangi Dam, complete the picturesque setting and other key attraction includes Harangi Dam which is just five minutes walk away from the homestay.

• There are two bedrooms with a drawing room, all with attached bathrooms. There is also a full-size kitchen attached with the dining area. The kitchen has all the basic amenities, so the guests can also cook their own food or alternatively, the host can arrange the food for the guest.

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Soans Island Resorts(Kundapur)• Soans Island Resorts is located on the

private Island in Coastal Karnataka.

• It is a beautiful strip of land situated right at the mouth of Varahi River, 6 kms from Kundapur in the sleepy town of Basrur.

• There are 3 modern cottages near the shoreline where one can dive into the inviting waters from the balcony or feed fish from the steps. The guest can bask in the sun, watch a glorious sunset, take a dip in the river, go for long walks and cycle rides.

• The surrounding water is home to several fresh water fish. The guests forget all their troubles as they listen to the soothing sound of waves, and the swaying of tropical palms. Surrounded by nature in its own tropical setting, one gets the feeling that one is miles from nowhere. Read More…

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Swarga(Hassan District)

• Swarga is a luxury homestay, situated on the banks of Hemavathy River amidst the hillocks and coffee plantations of the Western Ghats Range at 25 km from Sakleshpur of Hassan District, Karnataka.

• Swarga offers 5 cottages designed around the 5 elements of nature. Each cottage has been tastefully designed with the intention of bringing the guests closer to nature.

• During the monsoon months of June, July and August the river runs in all its glory and the forest is beautiful and lush. After the monsoons the water starts to recede to reveal wide sand banks where you can lay back and rejuvenate yourself.

• The weather is cool and pleasant between the months of September and February and is the best time to visit.

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Villa Camelot(Bangalore)

• Villa Camelot is a Family run B & B. The homestay is nestled in a quiet and green residential layout in Whitefield. The Sathya Sai Baba Ashram, International Tech Park, Forum Value Mall are a few landmarks under 2 kms from the villa.

• The homestay has two well appointed rooms, each with it's own theme, inspired by the myriad states of India, to make the guest stay pleasant and memorable.

• Villa Camelot is a fusion of International modernity blended in with culturally rich Indian Interiors and an unforgettable Indian Hospitality.

• The places is for everyone, whether you are here on Spiritual Tourism , Medical Tourism, Leisure vacation or a Business visit!

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Travel Facts

• By Air- Bangalore International Airport is 40km from the city and is also well connected to all major airports in India.

• By Rail- The City Railway Station is 8km from MG Road, Cantonment Railway Station is 3km from MG Road and the Yeshwanthpur Railway Station is 10km from MG Road. Bangalore is well connected by rail to all the major cities of India.

• By Road- Kempegowda Bus Stand (Inter State) in Bangalore is the Central Bus Stand, a 24-hour hub for buses plying all over South India.

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