Kallathigiri Falls- Kemmangundi

Landscapes and sceneries that are stunning will always strike our mind, and if some nature’s creation isn’t that exhilarating, even then people’s reaction will be similar. That is why travelers’ and vacationers’ perspective regarding the “Kalathgiri Falls” is positive and they appreciate its surroundings and revitalizing environment.

Kalathgiri Falls are sited near Kemmanagundi, which is 55 km north of Chikmagalur, a naturally blessed district that is the main attraction in Karnataka. At Kalathgiri Falls, pilgrims love to witness a small temple that is sandwiched between the waterfalls and rocks. Being a quintessential Indian temple, it retain idols and stone sculptures of the predominant God and Goddesses that turns this place into a pilgrimage destination as well. Around the year, devotees, frequent and occasional travelers crossing into Chikmagalur do visit the Kalathgiri Falls to view the temple and serene aura of this highly revitalizing site.

The overall experience of tourists and travelers at the Kalathgiri Falls is unwinding; however, the only constraint is the availability of food and accommodation that can be availed at Chikmagalur at pocket friendly prices. During the trip to Kalathgiri Falls, travelers do take packed food along and accommodate themselves at  Chikmagalur, where accommodation is highly luxurious, cozy and comfy. Moreover, the multiple cuisine alternatives available at Chikmagalur gratify the travelers with varied tastes and preferences.

For tourist’s information, there are few adjoining attractions that can be witnessed, apart from the Kalathgiri Falls, such Z Point, Rock Garden and Hebbe Falls. Z Point is solely intended for the adventure lovers, whereas rock garden grab everyone’s attention in large, due to it’s unique structure and extraordinary architecture. Merely 10 km away from Kemmanagundi, Hebbe Falls also offer scenic waterfalls view that seems quite similar to Kalathgiri Falls.




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Mullayanagiri (Kannada: ಮುಳ್ಳಯ್ಯನಗಿರಿ)- 2

It’s always a marvelous experience to cross into a mountainous region where sky touching peaks catches your eyes and develops an urge within you to scale those peaks that seems almost undiscovered. The similar emotion might crop within you when witness Mullayanagiri, it’s the highest peak in Karnataka, which is located at the Baba Budan Giri Range of the Western Ghats

 Mullayanagiri, being a gigantic mountain, magnetizes the adventure seekers effortlessly. Since long, this mountain is inviting trekkers and mountaineers in large who love to scale high and intricate natural statures. Although, tourists are landing in Chikmagalur district frequently to witness this magnificent mountain, however, according to the experts, the best time to visit this place is from September to February (which is after the monsoon and before summers). During this season, the atmosphere remains friendly and weather is pleasant, thus, it’s the perfect time to rejuvenate while measuring the height of Mullayanagiri and encircled areas.

Mullayanagiri, being a gigantic mountain, magnetizes the adventure seekers effortlessly. Since long, this mountain is inviting trekkers and mountaineers in large who love to scale high and intricate natural statures. Although, tourists are landing in Chikmagalur district frequently to witness this magnificent mountain, however, according to the experts, the best time to visit this place is from September to February (which is after the monsoon and before summers). During this season, the atmosphere remains friendly and weather is pleasant, thus, it’s the perfect time to rejuvenate while measuring the height of Mullayanagiri and encircled areas.

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Baba Budangiri / Dattagiri

Dattagiri Hills or Baba Budan Giri Range is a range of mountains in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, India. The range, originally known as Chandra Drona Parvatha, takes its current name from the Dattapeeta Cave and 17th century Sufi saint Baba Budan. The Dattagiri or Baba Budan Giri Range includes the highest peaks of Karnataka. Unique mountain flowers called Kurinji blooms in these hill ranges once in every 12 years and the last time this spectacle happened here was in 2006.

Peaks in the Dattagiri Hills/Baba Budan Giri Range include:

• Mullayanagiri (height 1930 m)
• Dattagiri/Baba Budan Giri (height 1895 m)

Dattagiri / Baba Budangiri (or Bababudangiri or Baba Budan Giri) is a mountain in the Dattagiri Hill Range / Baba Budan Giri Range of theWestern Ghats of India. Located in the Chikkamagaluru District of Karnataka, Dattagiri/ Baba Budangiri is known for its shrine which is a place of pilgrimage for both Hindus and Muslims.

Peaks in the Dattagiri / Baba Budan Giri Range are the Mullayanagiri and Dattagiri/Baba Budangiri (height 1895 m).

Mullayanagiri also spelt Mullayangiri or Mullainagiri is the highest peak in the Baba Budan Giri Range. With a height of 1930 m (6317 ft.), it is the highest peak between the Himalayas and the Nilgiris.

Manikyadhara Falls

Manikyadhara Falls is situated near Kemmangundi of Chikmagalur district. It is located on the Baba Budan Giri HIlls, which is a sacred place for both Muslims and Hindus. It is one of the main attractions of Baba Budan Giri or Dattapeeta.

Location: It is located approximately 40 km from the chickmagalur town.

Water falls have always magnetized the tourists in large. No matter from where you belong, but if you’re a hardcore nature lover and easily get magnetized by the scenic and serene splendor, then waterfalls will certainly catch your attention slickly. Out in Karnataka, India, the Manikyadhara Waterfalls are also intended to lure the tourists coming its way. Located 1 km away from the Baba Budan Giri Range, the Manikyadhara Waterfalls are exhibiting the gorgeousness of a natural element called “water,” that head-on strikes the ground constantly after smoothly flowing at a decent height amid rocks, pebbles and other debris

Locally, these falls are known as Nellikayi Theertha, which is enclosed by the boundaries of Chikmagalur district. Unlike most of the waterfalls, the water here falls in the form of droplets that shimmers when sunrays kisses it. That is why it’s additionally named as “Manikyadhara,” means a string of Pearls. To be precise, the Manikyadhara falls are soulfully nestled within the exquisite hills of Basavangudda and Waddin Gudda Ranges, coupled with the Shola forest, located at the height of 6000 feet above the sea level. For physically challenged tourists, it’s not an easy task to witness the graciousness of Manikyadhara falls because after parking the cars, the tourists ought to climb down around 200 steps to share the glimpse of this marvelous natural creation.

The water remains cold throughout the year, so if you love to get a shower of extremely cold water, especially in summers, then don’t miss the opportunity to feel the purest form of water on your skin. While taking the shower, you will feel the limpidness of the liquid pouring on you and certainly, this experience is undoubtedly rejuvenating. Believers and especially inhabitants believes that you get relieved of ailments, if take a bathe under the falls. Also, it’s a pilgrimage center for the Muslims. Amongst them, it is believed that saint Hazrat Dada Hayath Mir Khalandar along with his 4 disciples crossed into this region, and when he prayed to god, water automatically began falling in the form of this waterfall. Surprisingly, those who take a bathe under this pilgrimage fall leave a piece of their garment here to get a wish fulfilled, which is quite interesting.