Karnataka tourism offers an appealing assortment of tourist destinations and everything to offer a discerning traveller. Its diverse tourist attractions include lofty hill stations, tranquil beaches, historical and heritage sites, wildlife sanctuaries and national parks, holy temples, roaring waterfalls, etc. The land of sandalwood, spices, silks, and cultural extravaganza, Karnataka has much to offer tourists. […]
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Karnataka’s Culture And Tradition: Art Forms, Festivals, Food, Dress & more
Karnataka has a rich heritage, distinct culture, and ethnic art styles. From its delicious cuisine to its unique art forms, joyous festival celebrations, and graceful dressing sense, Karnataka is undoubtedly a display of cultural extravaganza. Different religions, traditions, and ethnicities have influenced Karnataka’s culture and tradition. Karnataka’s culture and tradition: Artforms Music Karnataka is famous […]
Kuruvathi Basaveshwara Temple: Where The Sacred Nandi Heals Your Afflictions
Kuruvathi Basaveshwara temple is an ancient abode of Nandi, Lord Shiva’s vehicle, on the banks of the Tungabhadra River in the Hoovina Hadagali taluk in the Vijayanagara District of Karnataka. The city of Vijayanagara is the modern-day Hampi. Located 10 km from Halavagalu and 2 km from Mylara, this temple assumes its name because Nandi […]
Venugopala Swamy Temple, Mysore (Hosa Kannambadi) – A Compelling Beauty!
Venugopala Swamy temple, Mysore, precisely at Hosa Kannambadi near the backwaters of Krishna Raja Sagara (KRS dam), is a magnificent demonstration of the Hoysala architecture. An emerging tourist attraction, it is a must-visit place because of its scenic location and architectural beauty. History of Venugopala Swamy temple, Mysore (Hosa Kannambadi) The Venugopala Swamy temple, Mysore, […]
9 Exciting Weekend Getaways From Bangalore
Looking for some Awesome weekend getaways from Bangalore? Here is a list of 9 places nearby Bangalore under 600 kilometers. While holidays may have been on the back burner for a while now, a few long weekends are coming up for which you could plan a few quick getaways. Karnataka has a number of weekend […]
The Tuluveshwara Temple, Basrur – A Historical Temple Overtaken By Nature
Suggestive of the presence of the Tuluva tribes in Basrur, Udupi the Tuluveshwara Temple is a natural wonder. Today, the temple stands in ruins but what makes it special is how the lingam in the temple seems to be protected by the roots of the trees growing around it. Quick Facts About Shri Tuluveshwara Temple, […]
Popular KSTDC Tour Packages In Karnataka That Every Traveler Will Love
Karnataka has tens of important travel destinations. Several state agencies are involved in offering tour packages for the tourists. One of them is the KSTDC or Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation. Let’s find out more about KSTDC tour packages KSTDC has been floated to provide an opportunity for each visitor to fulfil his dream of […]
Kalyani Tank – The Biggest Temple Tank In Melukote
In ancient India, temples were typically built near a water source. They would be built on the banks of rivers, beside streams and lakes or have tanks adjacent to them. The Kalyani tank is one such water tank that stands in Melukote in the Mandya district of Karnataka. This ancient temple tank has a history […]
Sodhe Vadiraja Matha – An Abode of A Great Saint
281 km north of Mangalore is a small village by the name of Sodhe. It is also known as Sodha, Sonda and Swadi. This village is special because it is the headquarters of the Sodhe Matha. The Sodhe Matha is part of the Ashta mathas set up by Sri Madhvacharya. This Matha was established by […]
Kaveri Tours – 8 Places to See Along the Kaveri River
Do fancy Kaveri tours? If yes, this article is for you. Read on. In the early days, cities were designed around rivers, lakes and other freshwater sources. The river Kaveri or Cauvery as it is also spelled and its tributaries originate in the Western Ghats and flow across Karnataka and Tamil Nadu for about 765km. […]