Places to visit in Karnataka
"One state, many worlds" is the official slogan of Karnataka tourism. It is true, Karnataka offers diverse attractions for the tourist.
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| Chikmagalur | Chikmagalur is famous for its Coffee Estates and pleasent climate | |
| Chikmagalur Resorts | Resort options at Chikmagalur range from run-of-the mill resorts to Golf clubs | |
| Homestays in Chikmagalur | Staying at a homestay in Chikmagalur is the best way to experience "Malnad" culture. Most homestays are set in lush coffee estates | |
| Chikmagalur Budget Hotels | Chikmagalur budget hotels are not suggested for leisure travelers and are more targeted at traders. | |
| Mysore | Mysore sports the label of "Cultural Capital" of Karnataka. Famous for its palaces,temples, gardens and a still intact "old world charm" | |
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Mysore Budget Hotels | Being a popular tourist centre, Mysore has numerous quality budget hotel options. |
| Mysore Homestays | Homestays at Mysore are popular with long stay tourists and group travelers | |
| Star Hotels | Regal Mysore definitely has many 5 star palace hotels | |
| Srirangapatna | An island of cauvery river, Srirangapatna is famous for its temples, bird sanctuary and of course Tipu Sultan. | |
| Srirangapatna Resorts | Many of Srirangapatna resorts are on the banks of river Cauvery and are popular as weekend retreats. | |
| Coorg | Called "Scotland of India", Coorg is famous for its coffee estates, unique Kodava culture and natural preserves. | |
| Coorg Budget Hotels | ||
| Coorg Resorts | Budget resorts across various locations at Coorg | |
| Coorg Homestays | Traditional houses of Kodavas are called "Ain Mane". Stay at one of these houses to understand Kodava culture and experience famed Kodava hospitality | |
| Madikeri Hotels | Madikeri is the capital of Coorg district. Base yourself at Madikeri to visit all the attractions of Coorg | |
| Siddapur Resorts | ||
| Pollibetta Estatestays | Pollibetta is almost synonymous with Tata tea estates. Plantation Trails is estate stay run by Tatas situated at Pollibetta | |
| Kakkabe | Base station for trek to Tadiyendamol | |
| Wildlife | ||
| Bandipur Resorts | ||
| Nagarhole | Budget tourists can opt to stay at one of the homestays at Kutta rather than at expensive resorts within the park. | |
| Dubare Elephant Camp | Elephant interaction programme at Dubare is unique and a big hit with children | |
| Dandeli | Dandeli is closer to Goa and attracts many tourists for River Rafting on Kali river | |
| Jungle Lodges | Run by Karnataka Government, Jungle lodges offers one of the best eco tourism experience in India. | |
| Hampi | Ruins of Vijayanagar emplire, Hampi is a World Heritage Centre | |
| Hampi Hotels | ||
| Hampi Guesthouses | Most of the guest houses at Hampi are across the river in the village of Virupapur Gadde across the river. | |
| Coastal Karnataka | ||
| Resorts | Various resorts housed in some of the most attractive, yet uncrowded, beaches of India. | |
| Udupi | Famous temple town housing Lord Krishna temple established by saint Madhvacharya | |
Useful Information |
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| Tourism Dept. | Official tourism website of Karnataka | |
| History | Karnataka has a rich history and cultural tradition. A short historical timeline of Karnataka | |
| Map | Tourism Map of Karnataka | |
| Taxis | Contact 080 43464346 for availing Taxi service across Karnataka. This service is operated by Karnataka Government | |
| Transport | Karnataka Government run KSRTC is efficient and run comfortable luxury bus services connecting important tourist destinations of Karnataka. They also have online timetable and bus reservation facility | |