Karnataka

Karnataka has many attractions from temples to beaches, hill stations to heritage sites. While the beautiful coastal line has some amazing beaches, the Western Ghats provides lush greenery. The state is also one of the top places for trekking in India. ...

Karnataka is one of the best places to visit in South India. From the ruined city of Hampi that take us to the historical times to the city of Bangalore that is all attractive with its tourist attractions, Karnataka has a ...

Once the chieftain Kempe Gowda I had a dream to create a city which will be as beautiful as Hampi. He did even create a charming city bordered by a mud fort. Today, that city has grown leaps and bounds. Probably, ...

In Hinduism, a special importance is given to goddesses. The word 'Shakhti' which indicates 'ultimate power' is associated with goddesses. In India, goddesses are also equally revered like gods. Perhaps, considered even more fearful than the male gods. Goddess is said ...

At a distance of 22.5km away from the beach town of Karnataka, Mangalore is a beautiful temple of Sri Durga Parameshwari. This temple is situated in the Bappanadu village of Mulki town. Mangalore is not only a beach town but also ...

In Karnataka, Shravanabelagola is one of the most famous Jain centres. However, there are many Jain religious places which has an interesting history. Gommatagiri in Mysore is one of the Jain religious places in Karnataka known for its history. Gommatagiri is ...

You might have heard interesting stories regarding the naming of several places. The city of Mangalore or Mangaluru has one such amazing tale relating to the creation of its name. A locality with a long history and several legends has brought ...

Now a days, 'Live and Let Live' hardly exists between humans and animals. We have encroachedo the territory of animals and have almost driven them out of their space. However, the story of Kokrebellur defies this thought. Here the villagers have ...

Netrani Island, or the Pigeon Island, is a small island located in the Arabian Sea, close to Mangalore in Karnataka. Located in Bhatkal Taluk, this island is just 19km away from the famous temple town of Murudeshwara. Activities at Netrani Island ...

Who doesn't love to climb the curvy stairs of a lighthouse to get the best views of the sea? Of course, lighthouses are built to help in the navigation of ships. Though they are a little outdated due to the advent ...

The tide of emotions the sea creates is incomparable; a day spent on a sea shore looking the vast horizon of water is most rejuvenating. Not all have the luxury to buy a sea-facing villa but still we can definitely stay ...

The land of Badami Chalukhyas mesmerises us to the core in Karnataka. The architectural legacies left behind by the Badami Chalukhya and Kalyani Chalukhya dynasties depicts a time of immense talent and passion for the temple architectures. The sprawling heritage complex ...