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Karnataka
Karnataka
Royal Mysuru, the boulder-strewn ruins of Hampi, coffee country in Coorg and the beaches of Gokarna. Karnataka packs more variety into one state than many countries.
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Hampi, India’s Perfect Honeymoon Haven
An old city that is immersed in the echoes of a bygone period may be…
The Story of Coorg: A Romantic Journey Through the Heart of India
Coorg, which is located in the Western Ghats and is surrounded by mist-covered hills, is…
Kedareshwara Temple in Karnataka
The Kedareshwara Temple is a Hoysala construction in Halebidu, Karnataka. The temple is dedicated to…
Mysore Dasara – The Colourful Festivities of Mysore
The grandeur of Karnataka can be witnessed in its full glory during the Mysore Dasara…
The Krishna – The Krishnaveni Of India
In the quaint hill station of Old Mahabaleshwar on the slopes of the Western Ghats…
Beautiful Halebid
This ancient capital of Hoysala was founded in the early 11th century and huge named…
When to go
When to visit Karnataka
The best time to visit Karnataka is October to March. June to September (the hills and waterfalls are lush) are also good. Try to avoid April to May (very hot in Hampi and the north). Mysuru Palace is lit up every Sunday evening and every night during Dasara (September or October).
- Best for high Himalayan treks
- Good for winter and lower treks
- Monsoon: most high treks closed
A general guide. Always check local conditions and official dates before you travel.
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