Karnataka is situated in south western region of India. It is the largest city of Bengaluru and seventh largest Indian state with an area of 191,976 square kilometers. The west of Karnataka is surrounded by the Arabian Sea and the Laccadive Sea. It has Goa to its North West and Maharashtra to the north.
Telangana is to its North east and Andhra Pradesh to its east. Karnataka has Tamil Nadu to the south east and Kerala to the south west. Kannada is the official language of the state and is widely spoken by its people. Karnataka is adorned with vibrant colors, cultures, flavors, landscapes and heart throbbing beauty.
Bangalore - Madikeri (Coorg) - Bangalore
Trip HighlightsBangalore - Mysore - Ooty - Kodaikanal
Trip HighlightsHampi - Aihole - Badami - Pattadakal
Trip HighlightsMysore - Srirangapattana
Trip HighlightsBangalore – Hospet - Hampi - Bangalore
Trip HighlightsBangalore - Mysore - Hassan - Bangalore
Trip HighlightsBangalore - Mysore - Somanthpur - Shravanbelgola - Hassan – Halebidu - Belur - Hassan - Chickmanglur - Hampi – Aihole - Pattadakal - Badami - Bijapur – Gulbarga - Bidar - Hyderabad
Trip HighlightsBangalore - Mysore - Coorg - Mangalore - Murdeshwar - Gokarna - Badami - Bijapur - Aihole - Pattadakal - Hampi - Chickmanglur - Hassan - Shravanbelgola - Bangalore
Trip HighlightsKarnataka is a state of out-and-out diversity along with the wide variety of sandalwood, silk and spices. When you visit Karnataka, you can find heritage sites, nature, beaches and wildlife - all in one place. Karnataka is mostly renowned for the heritage destinations and National Parks. Karnataka also has beautiful hill stations, amazing waterfalls, temples and other pilgrimage spots. There is a 320 km long coastline consisting of several less crowded beaches.
The months between October and April is the most appropriate time to visit Karnataka. During the summer the humidity is quite high in Karnataka therefore it is better to avoid the western coast from April to June. However, the hill areas are colder. For Wildlife safari or Mysore Dussera, winter is considered as the best time. Antargange or Jog falls can be the heaven for trekkers at the time of Monsoons.
Some of the top places to visit in Karnataka are:
Karnataka is well-connected to the rest part of the country and the whole world by different means so that visitors from different places can come here easily.
Yes, Karnataka is actually safe for solo female travellers. But it is always better to be careful and safe.
Karnataka is considered as the land of diversity. This place is full of culture and heritage along with natural beauty. Here are some special attractions that Karnataka is all about
Bangalore is considered as the biggest city of Karnataka. It also the capital city of the state, therefore the center of all political and economical activities along with 8.5 million population. Bangalore is also called the Silicon Valley of India and widely recognized for its heritage and culture.
Karnataka is largely known for its pilgrimages. Some of the most famous temples include
Karnataka has a great historical background therefore the whole state is surrounded by different historical places.
If you are a foodie, Karnataka won't disappoint you. The taste of the food is somehow influence by the neighbour states- Tamil Nadu Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra. Still Karnataka has its own special cuisine. The staple food of Karnataka is rice but you can find dishes like Korri Gassi, Mysore Pak, Coorg Pandi Curry, Rava fry etc. Also don't miss to taste Mysore Masala Dosa, Udupi Sambar, Mango Chutney and Haalbai.
Every year Karnataka gets a heavy rainfall. So, if you are planning to visit Karnataka in July you must choose your destination wisely. Here is a list of places that you can visit and enjoy during Monsoons