
Karnataka, one of the four states of south India has much more to offer
the tourists visiting the state than its Carnatic music. A form of classical
music that has gone global with the passing of times. The state of Karnataka is
rich in culture and traditional grandeur and is one of the fastest developing
state in the Indian peninsula. The state is known for agarbatis to areca nuts,
fine quality silk,coffee and sandal wood of different fragrant. The peoples
living there are too humane and hospitable and gives a cordial welcome to their
visitors
The beautiful land is charmed by a variety of activities
that are its prime attraction. From rock climbing to water sports to trekking,
river rafting and angling in the cold water of the rivers, nothing can be more
exciting and enthralling to the visitors there. Many cities of the state are
renowned all over the world due to their historical significance or monumental
heritage. Belur is proud to possess the world tallest monolithic statue that
measures 17 meters high and is a great Jain pilgrimage.
Bangalore,
the former capital of the erstwhile Woodeyers and called the city of Palaces due
to its magnificent edifices is today one of the growing state economies among
the Asian countries. The cities are also famous due to the important shrines
located in them. The wildlife of Karnataka has also brought to lime light cities
like Bandipore and Nagarhole. It's just fascinating to loiter in the cities that
has the the touch of modernity as well as the rustic charm of rural atmosphere
which gives a vibrant picture of India- a land of uncountable cultures, many
religions and age old beliefs blended with the best developed hitech cities in
the world in terms of skills and infrastructure.
The prominent
cities of Karnataka are :
» BangalorePresently
the hub of software development, Bangalore is the favourite city of the young
ITians. With a pleasant surrounding, magnificent buildings and mega malls, the
city has plenty of reason to be loved by the peoples residing there. Home to
more than 6 millions, Bangalore is one of the major manufacturing base of above
10,000 conglomerate of Industries and counted among the fastest developing
cities in Asia. The Magadi Chieftain, Kempe Gowda is believed to have laid its
foundations in the 16th century...
» CoorgCoorg was the
place from where the river Cauvery was born, from Bamboo, sandalwood, rosewood
forests and Apiaries making heavenly honey, the murmering streams and rivulets
gives it a panoramic view.Till recently it was one of south’s best kept secrets,
when it was discovered by the honeymooners,later it became the favourite
destination of the trekkers and then the Banglore families opted it as the best
nearest outing place. Driving through the lanes smelling the coffee air can be a
pleasure if not going for a trekking or hiking in the high altitude
area...
» MysoreIn the
ancient days, Mysore was the capital of the old royal Mysore province that
expands to the 'Mahishasurana Ooru' meaning the town of Mahasasura. Mysore was
at length under the Wodeyer family since 14th century till the 18th century. The
fragrant city for a brief period of about 40 years came under the rule of Hyder
Ali and later Tipu sultan in the 17th century. The enchanting land of Mysore
welcomes each and every guest to feel its quaint charms,meticulous planning,
magnificent palaces,imposing structures,gardens that reminds the old heritage of
the Maharaja's Capital city...
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