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Benefits of Staying at a Homestay in Chikmagalur – Sakleshpur
There’s a saying, “Athithi Devo Bhava”, which means “the guest is God”. Specially in Karnataka it’s a huge honor to have guests in our homes and please them. Our hospitality is no were in the world. Sadly, most travellers first finds to stay in hotels, never get to experience true malnad hospitality. The good news…
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Ettina Bhuja Trekking
In the southern belts of Karnataka, you can find the twin trekking sites of Ettina Bhuja and Amedikal. Although the latter is more sought after by seasoned trekkers, it is Ettina Bhuja that has recently been frequented by a host of amateurs and first-timers. The main reasons behind its prominence are mainly because of its…
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Deforestation in Western Ghats leading Bats towards extinction, Coffee Plantation Comes to Rescue
A new survey has put bats at the risk of extinction due to deforestation, especially in the Western Ghats of India but there is a glimmer of hope for the species in the upcoming coffee plantation. Besides deforestation, rampant consumption of natural resources too has pushed many species into extinction and tigers, some rare species…
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Experience Neelakurinji Blooms
The Western Ghats of South India gives a fabulous opportunity to the travelers to experience nature, so see the hill sides covered with a spectacular carpet of purplish blue, when the Neelakurinji flowers bloom once in 12 years. The botanical name of the shrub is Strobilanthes kunthiana, which was once used by the tribal people…
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Bisle Ghat Trekking
Bisle is the rain forest of Western Ghats of Karnataka. The reserve forest spreads over 3,135 hectares of lowland evergreen forest, to the east is the Bisle Village. Kempuhole forest reserve adjoins in the North. The sub-tropical climate and heavy rains during the wet season create an environment where several unique plant and animal species…
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Jenkal Betta Trekking
Jenkal Betta – Dipadakallu / Diggallu Jenkal Betta is a mountain lying in Sakleshpur of Karnataka. Jenkal Betta is the tallest among the other hills in the same range. The mountain is clearly visible from the Shiradi Ghat road which connects Bangalore and Mangalore. The villagers living nearby Jenkal Betta considers the peak as a holy place and conducts rituals during…
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Take the Trekking Trail in the Western Ghats
Take on a challenge by trekking in the wilds of the Western Ghats. Preserve the pristine beauty: A waterfall in full spate in the Western Ghats Sakleshpur For the adventurous who are eager to discover the beauty of the Western Ghats, the southern Malnad region of Hassan district is the best place to explore. The…
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Devaramane Trekking and Haarlu Flowers
Denaramane belongs to the Mudigere Taluk in Chikmagalur. It covers the vast area between Shiradi and Charmadi Ghat. Devaramane Hills is located in Gutti village brings you close to the nature and its an exhilarating experience. Travellers can climbs the peaks, walks across the grasslands, crosses gurgling streams, and views magnificent waterfalls. The area is…
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Nature Earth and Think of Preserving Crucial Western Ghats Life
The Western Ghats: A Crucial Biodiversity Hotspot in Need of Preservation The Western Ghats of India, a mountain range that runs parallel to the country’s western coast, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the eight ‘hottest hotspots’ of biological diversity in the world. This region is not only home to an impressive…
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Sakleshpur Weather
Sakleshpur is the emerging tourist destination next to Chikmagalur. Because of the Western Ghats huge hills and valleys, more and more travelers are attracted to visit Sakleshpur. According to me number of travellers visiting in rainy season is more than that of summer season, this is due to the green nature in rainy and winter…