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Glimpse of Fascinating Pilgrimage Temples in Karnataka

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Glimpse of Fascinating  Privilege Temples in Karnataka Dharmastala Chamundi Hills Nanjanagudu Shri Srikanteshwara Swami Temple Murudeshwara Mahadeshwara Betta Talakadu Mudukuthore Malikarjuna Swamy Temple Kotilingeshwara Temple Melukote Kukke Subramanya Srirangapatna BR Hills sringeri Udupi Gokarna patadakal Chenakeshva Temple Kedareshwara Temple kanaka Durga  Virupaksha Temple The Dharmasthala Temple is a beautiful, historic temple that is 8 centuries old. It is dedicated to the Hindu God, Lord Shiva and is situated in the famous Dakshin Kannada district of the temple town of Dharmasthala.    Named after the Goddess  Chamundi , the  Chamundeshwari Temple  sits atop the main hill.  The main hill itself features an ancient stone stairway of 1,008 steps leading to its summit. Approximately halfway to the summit is statue of bull Nandi, the  vahana , or "vehicle" of  Lord Shiva , which is 4.9 m tall and 7.6 m long and carved out o...

Glimpse of Mysuru

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  Mysore (or Mysuru) , a city in India's southwestern Karnataka state, was the capital of the Kingdom of Mysore from 1399 to 1947. In its center is opulent Mysore Palace, seat of the former ruling Wodeyar dynasty. The palace blends Hindu, Islamic, Gothic and Rajput styles. Mysore is also home to the centuries-old Devaraja Market, filled with spices, silk and sandalwood   Mysore is a tourist attraction The former residence of the royal family of Mysore, the Mysore Palace is an extremely breath-taking example of the Indo-Sarcenic style of architecture . It was built in the year 1912 for the 24th Ruler of the Wodeyar Dynasty, and is till date one of the biggest palaces in the country. Attractions of Mysuru:- Mysore Palace Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens  St.Joseph's Cathedral St.Philoena's Church Railway Museum Mysuru Sri Chamundeshwari Temple  JaganMohan Palace Art Gallery and Auditorium Bridhnavan Gardens  Folklore Museum  GRS Fantasy Park Karanji Lake...

5 Most Amazing Destinations To Explore in Karnataka

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It is the extravagance of Karnataka which will amaze you. You will find ample amounts of it in its beaches, historical ruins, palaces, forests, religious sites, and also in its cuisine. One day, the historian in you might lead you to the ruins of Hampi, while on the other, you might be tempted to explore its wildlife in the 27 national parks and wildlife sanctuaries scattered across the state. Sitting down to a meal of Udupi sambar and Mysore masala dosa is as satisfying as standing before the Jog Falls or exploring the tea plantations of Coorg. You are transported to different time periods, see the many faces of nature, and find sufficient opportunities for unwinding and relaxation when you plan your holiday in Karnataka. In this blog, we tell you the 5 best places to visit in Karnataka and what makes them so special. Ruins of Hampi For the absence of a superior word, we ought to refer to it as the ruins of Hampi. This was at one time a prosperous city, copious in a wealth...