Evening we went to Thiruparan Kundram temple. Pandyas built the temple with rock-cut architecture and one of Lord Muruga’s six abodes. It is believed that Lord Muruga killed the demon Surapadman and married Devasena(daughter of Lord Indra) here. Several marriage ceremonies takes place here due to this reason. Mandapams of the temple are built by…
Post lunch, we booked a cab again to the famous Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Museum. It is one of the five Gandhi museums in the country. Museum timings are 10 am to 1 pm and 2 pm to 5 pm. We waited outside for some time as we reached early, and at sharp 2 pm, the…
We booked an Ola cab to the most famous Meenakshi Amman temple Kulasekara Pandya built this temple during the Pandya dynasty. Goddess Parvati is the main deity here. The eyes of the deity are in the shape of a fish hence the name. Needless to say, the temple is an architectural marvel. We were awestruck…
From Kallazhagar temple to Pazhamudhir cholai temple it is 3kms as we need to travel towards the top of the hill. The way en route is scenic with lush green trees. Pazhamudhir cholai is one of the 6 abodes of Lord Muruga. It is believed that Lord Muruga tested poet and saint Avvaiyar here. Temple…
Evening we planned to visit Thirumalai Nayakar Mahal around 6 pm. Italian architect built this palace as a residence to King Thirumalai Nayakar. Every evening there is a light and sound show organized. The show is about the story of Silapathikaram (meaning jeweled anklet- an epic poem in Tamil). The light and sound show English…
Coorg officially known as Kodagu, a beautiful hill station in Karnataka is known for its scenic location. Weather here is pleasant through out the year which makes this place conducive for coffee plantations. Coorg accounts for at least 40 percent of the country’s total coffee production and has a good mix of both Arabica and…
After visiting Dubare elephant camp we headed to Chiklihole dam. This small reservoir built across the river Chiklihole is 8 km away from the Dubare elephant camp. Although not a must-visit place, you would get an unobstructed view of the mountains. Entry fees: No entry fees required. When to visit: Monsoons are best to visit…
Coorg trip is not complete without Nisargadhama. This place has a lot to offer, where you can walk with your family surrounded by bamboo trees, a deer park a bird park, and lot of activities for adventure lovers Timings : 9am to 5pm Entrance ticket : 10 per person The hanging bridge There is a…
On day 2 we got ready early and after a very light breakfast, we started to Kushal Nagar. This place is 27km from Madikeri. Our driver took us to Dubare elephant camp. A car parking facility is available. Kushalanagar, Coorg District, Nanjarayapatna, Somvarpet, Karnataka Phone: 088844 67467 Timing and charges: Timing : 9.00am to 11.00…
Serene and beautiful viewpoints, lush green coffee estates, adventurous activities, pilgrimage centers etc. Coorg is one of the very few places where it has something to offer to everyone. Talacauvery temple: River Kaveri is one of the seven sacred rivers of India. Talacauvery is believed to be the origin of the river Kaveri. Located on…