GoodMorning from Coorg or Kodagu on the edge of WesternGhats is a picturesque location known for its coffee plantations, beautiful hills, dense forests, numerous waterfalls and much more. Coorg is also called Scotland of India and is rated as one of the best hillstation for tourist. Coorg is home to some of the most popular tourist attractions including Talakaveri from where river Kaveri originates. Bhagamandala, is a triveni Sangama (confluence) of Kaveri, Kannika and Sujyothi. Nisargadhama, AbbeyWaterFalls, Dubare elephant centre, Nagarahole NationalPark, and Iruppu waterFalls are popular attractions.
Coorg is also famous for Tibetan Buddhist Namdroling Monastry or GoldenTemple,2nd largest Tibetan refugee settlement outside Tibet. Most of the places worth visiting are within a couple of hours drive from Madikeri, the main town of Coorg and roadtrip are mesmerizing for scenic beauty,.Also worth visiting is Chiklihole dam. Madikeri itself has several location of tourism importance including KootuPoley dam, OmkareshwaraTemple, St. Mark’s Church, Mercara Fort and several other locations. Open to travel throughout the year best time to visit is September to March. Adventure seekers can opt for riverrafting as well as hiking and trekking trips to brahmagiri, kumarparvat and more.
