Karnataka, India

Karnataka, situated in the southern part of India, is a state of magnetic beauty. It was originated on November 1,1956 and was known as the state of Mysore until it got its individual identity as Karnataka in 1973. The state is bordered by the Arabian sea to the west and surrounded with other prominent state of India in all the other direction. The lusting wonderland stretches to an area of 74, 122 sq km and is considered as the second largest state of the country. This unique place is linked with the Indus Valley Civilization in 3000BCE and calls for tourist to explore its city at their best. With a number of religious sites and pious river, this holy land is a perfect place to go for a holiday trip.
City Travel of Karnataka
Karnataka is subdivided into 29 district, of which some remarkable tourist destination are-



Bagalkot
Located in the northern part of Karnataka, Bagalot has sprawling area of over 6, 593 sq.km.

Highlight: Single stone cave since the period of Immadi Pulakeshi-I, Pattadakal, Mahakuteshwara Temples , Shivalaya Temple and Banashankari Temple.

Bangalore
This district dwells in the south of the Deccan Plateau.

Highlights: Chamrajsagar Reservoir, Magadi, Cubbon Park, Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum, Vasanthapura and Bannerghatta National Park.

Belgaum
This prominent district of Karnataka clogged with some major divisions of the Indian Armed Forces, their headquaters and also with religious temples and masjids.

Hilghlights: Safa masjid, Jamia masjid, Kapileshwar Temple, Yellamma Temple, Ananthashayana Temple and Maruthi Temple.

Bijapur
Popular for producing sarees and non-vegetarian cuisine, Bijapur resides in the northern part of the state.

Highlights: Gol Gumbaz, Juma Masjid, Upali Buraz, Mehtar Mahal, Ara-killa, Anand Mahal, Gagan Mahal, Jahaz Mahal and Bara Kaman.

Chikkamagaluru
Located in the southwestern part of Karnataka, this rural part is filled with scenic hill ranges, gushing rivers, sprouting coffee plants and cascading waterfalls.

Highlights : Bhadra, Tunga, Hemavati, Netravathi and Vedavati Kudremukh.

Hassan
This district is an ideal religious destination and also popularly known for its ragi balls.

Highlights:Temple town of Belur, Halebid and Sravanabelagola

Mysore
It is situated in the southern part of the Deccan Plateau and is popular for small scale industry of silk, sandalwood and handicrafts.

Highlights: Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills, Mysore Zoo, Vrindavan Gardens, Rail Museum, Bandipur National Park, Jaganmohan Palace and Keshava Temple.

Uttara Kannada
The majestic district spreads over a vast area of 10, 291 sq. km and locate the river Krishna, Kaveri and their tributaries. Its a rural dominated area which serves as a tourist site.

Highlights: Devbagh Beach, Dandeli Wild Life Sanctuary, Kurumgad Island and Unchalli Falls

Architectural Heritage of Karnataka
Karnataka has challenging architectural example with some very popular one are the Mysore Palace, the Badami Cave temples, Jaganmohan Palace of Mysore, Bangalore Palace Bidar fort, Gulbarga Fort of 15 towers and 26 guns, world heritage site of Hampi and Pattadakal,largest Monolithic Statue of Lord Gomteshwara, the Muslim architectural monument of Gol Gumbaz, Rock Shelter of Bangalore and many more. Also there are 14th and 16th century temples which projects the history and culture of the state.

Adventure Travel in Karnataka
Karnataka is a mecca of adventure activities. Unspoiled peaks like the Kudremuch and Tadiyendamol are trekkers paradise whereas The Kodachadri Range, Kumaraparvath, Mullayangiri, Brahmagiri, Jenukallubetta, B.R. Hills, Nandi Hills and Male Mahadeshwar Hills are all fascinating spots for rock climbers. Also aqua enthusiast can also enjoy the aerosports in the midst of Honnemardu, Hebbal Lake, Devbagh, Gokarna and Karwar

Karnataka Wildlife Destination
Karnakata is rich in forestland with exciting species of flora and fauna. The land that is sprinkled with majestic scenic beauty of crocodile busking under the sun rays and proud peacock dancing in the meadows. Walk into the lane of Ranganatittu Bird Sanctuary, Bandipur, Nagarhole, Bhadra, Bheemeshwari, B.R Hills and explore the spell bound beauty.

Beaches in Karnataka
Karnataka invites you to cherish the blue waves and acres of white sand greeting the blue sky above. Take a long walk into the beaches of Devbagh, Karwar, Malpe and Marawanthe and make your trip delightful.

Cultural Highlights of Karnataka
Karnataka treasure a literary tradition of more than 1500 years. Kannada is the local and official language of the state. The place is rich in culture and heritage in terms of dance, folk drama, music and literature.

Bharatnatyam is the most popular dance form ,complementing with Katthyak and Kuchipuri. An ancient form of puppetry,Togalu Bombeaata depicts the mythological tales and the local music hums the touch of the Vijayanagar Empire.

Famous Cuisines of Karnataka
The cuisines of Karnataka dealt with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. The stable food items of the localities are Rice, jowar or millet, and raggi. Some delicious dishes are Pandi Curry(Traditional Pork Curry), Kadumbuttu(Rice Dumplings), Patrode(Steamed rolls of Colocaesia with Coconut Masala), Akki Roti(Crunchy Rice Rottis) and Kosumbari(Salad). Beside this Mysore is famous for a tasty sweet dish, Shavige Payasa.

Popular Shopping Center in Karnataka
Some well known shopper stop for shimmering silk, metal craft, sandalwood sculptures and jewel item is at Mysore and Bangalore. Other stationary stuff and decorate panels are available in various shopping mart of Shivarapatna, Kundapur, Shravanabelagola and Bidar.

Major Railway Station/Airport of Karnataka
Karnataka is a hotspot tourist center and can easily be accessible for different parts of the world.

Major Airports

• BIAL Airport in Bangalore
• Mangalore International Airport
• Mysore Airport
• Hubli Airport
• Bijapur Airport
• Gulbarga Airport

Major Railway Station
The Konkan Railway Network in Coastal Karnataka is the biggest railway project of the century. Some major railheads are at Bangalore, Mysore, Balguam, Bellary, Mangalore, Tumkur, Bijapur, Harihar, Gulbarga and Dharwad. The Golden-Chariot, a luxury tourist train connects the state and Goa and is the recent development in the field of tourism.