Karnataka popularly
known for Carnatic Music through out the World is situated
in the southern part of India, and spreads over the
Deccan Plateau. At 300B.C., it had formed the southern
tip of the Mauryan Empire. The modern Karnataka is best
known for its software industry and now biotechnology.
The state is also famous for Incense Sticks, Arecanut,
Silk, Coffee and Sandal Wood.
Weather
The
state enjoys three main types of climates. The winter
season from January to February is followed by summer
season from March to May. The period from October to
December forms the post-monsoon season. The period from
October to March, covering the post-monsoon and winter
seasons, is generally pleasant over the entire State.
Tourism
Karnataka's
manifold attractions include everything that interests
the tourists. The wild game sanctuaries, beach resorts,
hill stations, water falls, places of historic and religious
importance indicate the variety and richness of the
attractions that Karnataka State holds out to the tourists.
Places of Tourist
Interest
Charming
Cities : The major cities of Karnataka are
Bangalore, Mysore, Aihole, Badami, Bandipur, Belur,
Bidar, Belgaum, Bijapur, Chikmagalur, Coorg, Hampi &
Vijaynagar, Hubli, Dharwad, Shimoga and Srirangapatna.
Beaches : Karnataka has a 320 km
long coastline, dotted with numerous beaches. The
popular ones include Karwar which is 525 Kms. and
from Bangalore and 100 Kms. from Goa. Maravanthe is
525 Kms. from Bangalore and 110 Kms. from Mangalore.
Malpe is 392 Kms. from Bangalore and 66 Kms. from
Mangalore. Murdeshwara is 386 Kms. from Bangalore
and 151 Kms. from Karwar and Mangalore which is 357
Kms. from Bangalore.
Hill Stations : What used to be
the favorite summer getaway of Tipu Sultan, Nandi
Hills (60 Kms. From Bangalore) is now a popular picnic
spot with its awesome fort, sprawling lawns and two
ancient temples. Kemman Gundi which is 257 Kms. from
Bangalore is one of the beautiful Hill stations, and
one of the best Trekking spots amidst lush Green Forests.
Other popular hill stations in Karnataka are Mercara,
Biligirirangana Hills and Kudremukh.
Adventure/Sports : Rock Climbing,
Water Sports, Trekking, River Rafting and Angling
are activities in which tourists can indulge in.
Festivals & Events
Pattadakal
Dance Festival is held in Pattadakal, Karnataka while
Hampi Festival is celebrated at Hampi. Other major festivals
are Dussehra, Tula Sankramana, Vairamudi Festival and
Buffalo Race.
When
to Go
The
best time to visit Karnataka is September to February.
Interesting
Fact
Bangalore, the capital
city of Karnataka has highest number of Pubs in Asia.
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