Top ten tourist places in Karnataka

Karnataka is one among the other states, which offers varied attractions. Be it a well preserved heritage or a modernized society, you can enjoy everything here. No wonder Karnataka is ranked as third most popular state in India. Eager to know the places to see in Karnataka?  Let us take a look at the Top ten tourist places in Karnataka.

Top ten tourist places in Karnataka

• Lalbagh gardens

The places to see in karnataka are vast and now we are going to start with our very own Lalbagh gardens in namma Bengaluru. Bangalore, being the capital of Karnataka, offers variety of tourist places and the top most one is Lalbagh gardens. Set up by Tipu sultan, this is the most picturesque one.  Beautiful Flower show that is held every year exhibits numerous variety of flowers.

• Mysore palace

Mysore palace is one among the places to visit in Karnataka. Mysore Palace is located in Mysore, which is associated with rich cultural heritage and have received immense contribution from Wodeyar dynasty. The Amba vilas Palace (Mysore palace) is famous for its intricate carvings done on ceilings and pillars with beautiful pink domes.

• Iruppu falls

Iruppu falls never misses to grab its own place in Karnataka tourist places. Iruppu falls is located in Coorg, which is a hill station. There is an interesting legend attached to this Iruppu falls,   Lord Rama and Lakshmana discovered the river which contributed to this waterfalls. Enjoy to your fullest by getting closer to the nature, here in Coorg.

• The Archaeological Museum of Hampi

The Archaeological Museum of Hampi, one among the Top ten tourist places in Karnataka. Hampi inherits the ruins of famous vijayanagara empire also replicates their amazing architectural skills. This Museum comprises of four galleries exhibiting many sculptures and an array of antiquities displaying brilliant craftsmanship. It definitely leaves you spell bound.

• Aihole

Aihole is one of the tourist attraction located on the banks of Malaprabha river, also referred as ‘Cradle of Indian rock architecture’. Aihole has about 125 temples which was built during Chalukya dynasty.  The rock cut temples reflect the buddhist and jain style architecture, thus Aihole enters the Top ten tourist places in Karnataka.

• Shravanabelagola Temple

Shravanabelagola Temple is a must see in Karnataka tourist places also is one of the chief pilgrim centers of jains. This temple is famous for its 18 meters high statue of Lord Gomateshwara on top of  Indragiri hill.  Mahamastakabhisheka festival is a famous festival that take place once in 12 years.

• Dharmasthala

Dharmasthala is a temple village which is located in port town, Mangalore. So many people throng here to visit famous Manjunatha temple and also to see huge Gometeshwara statue. The highlight about this Manjunatha temple is the shivalinga inside the temple is made of pure gold. Don’t miss to include Dharmasthala in your Karnataka tourist places list.

• Mullayanagiri

Mullayanagiri is the highest peak in the state offering mountain biking, trekking, nature walks and many more. This peak is 2000 meters high and located 12 km from Chikmangalur. A small shiva temple is set on top of the peak and many devotees trek to this temple to offer their prayers. The best time to trek is during spring, leaving you to enjoy more.

• Bandipur National Park

Bandipur National Park was once serving as a hunting place for Wodeyar dynasty. A vast spread area of 800 km, Bandipur preserves tiger. Other than tigers, you get to see sloth bears, elephants, pythons, 200 species of birds, many varieties of butterflies, etc. Connecting us with nature, Bandipur National Park is a top visiting places in Karnataka.

• Kudle Beach

Kudle Beach, located towards south of Gokarna, is one among the prime tourist places to see in karnataka. There are lots of cafe and resorts located near the beach and you can spend a relaxed time here. Beautiful and calm beach surrounded by mountains, especially looks amazing while you watch the Sunset in evening time.