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Chikmagalur |
Surrounding places:
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Kemmanagundi (54 kms): |
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An ideal retreat of solitude and natural
beauty, located in Baba-Budam range. Placed at a height of 4,702 ft. above sea level,
Kemmanagundi has a bracing climate, mineral-enriched water and a tranquil verdant
mountains cape. The two waterfalls Kalahasti and Hebbe are ideal picnic spots. Bababudan
Mountains, 30 km from Kemmanagundi, are the loftiest range of hills with a stupendous
ridge. The Dattatreya Peetha here is a well Known pilgrimage shrine both for the Hindus
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Sringeri (98 kms): |
This well-known pilgrim centre is situated on the banks of
Tunga river. Adishankara, exponent of the Advaita philosophy had founded this
monastery.The chief attraction being the 12 zodiac pillars in the Vidya Shankara temple,
which are so arranged that the Sun's rays fall on the particular pillar corresponding to
the month. |
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Kudremukh (95 kms): |
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South-west of Chilmagalur is the secluded
hill station of Kudremukh. Situated 1894 m above sea level, the Kudremukh hills overlook
the Arabian Sea and are chained to one another with deep valleys and steep precipices.
There is rich flora and fauna here, waiting to be discovered. Caves asking to be explored.
Ruins and traces of old civilization inviting a study. Lonely, unspoilt places to camp can
any trekker resist Kudremukh? This place is also rich in iron-ore deposits. |
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Bhandra Wildlife Sanctuary (38kms): |
North-west, this sanctuary is a must-see for
wildlife enthusiasts. Gaur, chital, sambar, elephants and tigers are some of the wildlife
found here.
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Amruthapura: |
About 10 kms form Tarikere, this little town has a 800 year
old temple dedicated to Amrutheswara.
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