Karnataka Tourism

Known as one of the world's most ancientthe state such as on the river Cauvery. Water sport
civilizations, Karnataka is a state filled with a richlovers can glide along the Sharavathy backwaters,
culture, glorious traditions and is an enchanting landideal for canoeing and windsurfing. The Western
abounding with breathtaking beauty. Two WorldGhats are filled with more than 250 trails for keen
Heritage sites are located in Karnataka, namely Hampiand passionate trekkers.
and Pattadakal. Karnataka is also popularly known forFrom high-end accommodations to cheap housing
its Agarbathi (Incense Sticks), Silk, Coffee andfacilities, Karnataka caters to the interest of every
Sandalwood. This state offers a wide variety ofavid tourist. Karnataka has been a cultural hub for
attractions which in turn catches the attention of amore than a hundred years and this can be viewed in
wide array of people from different parts of theits magnificent and awe-inspiring temples, statues,
world making this a destination one must place onand historical structures. Temples at Aihole, Halebedu,
their travel itinerary.Belur, Badami and Pattadakal are greatly admired by
This scenic state is blessed with an abundance ofart lovers and are considered to be architectural
beautiful flora and fauna. Nearly 22 per cent of itsachievements in art circles. Native colourful art and
land mass is made up of rich green forests and isoriginal handcrafts which have a rich cultural legacy
also home to Asia's highest waterfall - the Jog Falls.add lustre to this major tourist destination.
Wild Game sanctuaries at Bandipur, Dandeli andPeople from different faiths have also added to the
Nagarhole are a major tourist attraction. Withheritage of Karnataka. Muslims and Christians have
picturesque and charming hill stations located close tocontributed to Karnataka's glory in art and
its coastline, this is an ideal hotspot for tourists whoarchitecture. The Gol Gumbaz, the Ibrahim-Roza, the
love waking up to the sound of birds chirping andDaria Daulat Bagh (Summer Palace) of Tippu Sultan
nature smiling at them.and the many churches scattered around cities like
The passage between the Bangalore-Mysore highwayMysore, Bangalore and Bijapur are just a few of the
is considered the place to be for rock climbing. Formany appealing characteristics Karnataka has to
those who are completely into adventure sportsoffer.
there are many white-water rafting locations across