For
the first-time traveler to Karnataka as well as those
who may have lived here all their lives, the state
has a wide array of tourist options to choose from.
This section lists out the big tourist attractions
as well as the lesser-known destinations. What's more,
it gives you all the necessary information required
to get there.
In
a very user-friendly way, this section in Stark
World - Bangalore & Karnataka is divided
into headings that deal with specific themes- Heritage,
Coastal and Wildlife. Badami, Aihole, Pattadakal,
Banashankari, Mahakuta, Hampi and Bijapur
comprise your journey through Karnataka's northern
cultural heritage. The "Golden Triangle of Karnataka"
comprising of ancient sites of Shravanbelagoda,
Belur and Halebid, lie at the southern
end of the state. They boost of fabulous architecture,
grand ruins and a gigantic statue.
Another
section is devoted to the beautiful and lush green
Coorg; locked into the densely forested hills
of the Western Ghats. Karnataka has a wealth of natural
beauty, rare wildlife, trekking trails and tall mountains.
Chikmangalur, Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, Kemmangundi,
Mullayanagiri, Baba Budangiri, Kalasa, and Kundremukh
form the wild, untamed side of Karnataka. The three
wildlife parks at Bandipur, BR Hills and Nagarhole
offer an exciting glimpse into Karnataka's wildlife.
Coming
to the coastal sites, Karnataka's Karavali coast is
India's beach and temple country. From Karwar in the
North to Mangalore in the South, verdant green mountains
reach down to silver mountains. Udupi, Malpe, St.
Mary's Isles, Bhatkal, Gokarna, Kurmagad and Maravanthe
are lovely beach getaways. There are separate sections
on Mysore and Bangalore that not only
inform you about fabulous sights but quick and exciting
getaways as well. Information on both day excursions
and overnight trips is provided.
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Heritage
Circuits |
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Nature
and Wildlife Trails |
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Coastal
Circuit |
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Mysore
- sites within the city and getaways |
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Bangalore-
sites within the city and getaways |
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Detailed
Maps and important listings |
