Top 22 places to visit in Chikamagalur

Chikmagalur is one of the most beautiful hill towns in Karnataka. It is in the foothills of the Mullayanagiri Range and is often called the "Coffee Land of Karnataka." Because there are so many coffee farms in Chikmagalur, the air always smells like coffee. Many people love hiking in Chikmagalur, which has many beautiful trekking trails. It is the best spot in Karnataka to see the sunrise from behind the mountains. Mullayangiri is the highest hill in the state.

Agumbe Sunset View Point

In the Western Ghats of Karnataka, India, Agumbe Sunset View Point is a famous tourist destination. It's on the main road from Chikmagalur to Udupi, across from a sharp turn. Eighty-five meters above sea level, the lookout point is a fifteen-minute walk from Agumbe's main town. The Agumbe Sunset View Point is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Chikmagalur.

Ayyanakere Lake

The artificial Ayyanakere Lake is in the Malnad area of Karnataka, India. It is a popular tourist spot in the city of Chikmagalur. Locals say that the best time to visit is from September to February when temperatures are usually between 14°C and 32°C. Some say the rainy season is the best time to go because the hills are green and the lake is entire. 

Baba Budangiri

Baba Budangiri is a mountain range in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, India, in the Chikkamagaluru district. The range is also called Chandradrona, which means "Moon guide." The range's name comes from the Dattapeeta Cave and the Sufi saint Baba Budan, who lived in the 1600s. Both Muslims and Hindus like to make pilgrimages to the place. This spot is a must-see in Chikmagalur tour packages.

Ballalarayana Durga Fort

The hill fort of Ballalarayana Durga is in Chikmagalur. It is in the village of Bettabalige, between Kottigehara and Kalasa. From the lookout point, which is 1509 meters high, you can see some of the area's most beautiful and expansive views. The hill fort is now in ruins, with only a few towers, perimeter walls, and a basement. It is one of the main places people visit in Chikmagalur tour packages. Aside from being a great place to camp, it's also famous for picnics.

Belavadi

Since it is a national cultural site and one of Karnataka's most popular places to visit, the town is in a beautiful area with many plants and trees, making it a great spot to unwind. It would help to put this lovely village on your list of places to see. Without the noise and chaos of the city, it's the right place to get away and relax. If you are looking for Chikmagalur tour packages, this is a must-see spot.

Bhadra Tiger Reserve

The Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary is in the districts of Shimoga and Chikmagalur, 38 km west of Chikmagalur in Karnataka. It covers an area of more than 490 square kilometres. In every direction you look at the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, you can see hills in the Western Ghats. The Bhadra Tiger Reserve has stunning views. It is one of the best places to visit in Chikmagalur.

Coffee Museum 

In Chikmagalur, a Coffee Museum shows everything about the coffee business, from growing the beans to making them. This museum was created to re-create a themed show of the history of coffee and the steps used to make the bean, such as picking, grinding, and drying it. If you are planning for a Chikmagalur tour package, you should go to this exciting place.

Hebbe Falls

In the Chikmagalur area, Hebbe Falls is the most beautiful. This magic waterfall is in the lovely Kemmangundi hill station, an eight-hour drive from Bangalore. Many tourists swim in Hebbe Falls because the water contains healing herbs. Bhadra Tiger Reserve includes Hebbe Falls. It is also a trendy place to visit in Chikmagalur.

Hirekolale Lake

Hirekolale Lake has become a popular tourist spot thanks to its location in the middle of huge, green mountain ranges and its beautiful lake background. Being at sunset makes the lake look even more attractive because the saffron-coloured sun rays bounce off it and make it look magical. The Hirekolale Lake is one of the beautiful places to visit in Chikmagalur.

Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple

The beautiful Annapoorneshwari Temple is dedicated to Goddess Annapoorna and is in Horanadu, 100 km from Chikmagalur. Around the Temple are dense woods and valleys of the Western Ghats. The Temple is on the banks of the beautiful River Bhadra. Annapoorneshwari is the goddess of Anna, which means grain or food. She is only worshipped in a few places in India, which makes her very important to those who believe in her. The Annapoorneshwari Temple is another beautiful place to visit in Chikmagalur. 

Inam Dattatreya Peeta

This holy site is exciting because Hindus and Muslims go there. It is in a cave in the Baba Budan Giri Hills. People think Guru Dattatreya and Hazrat Dada Hayath Mir Khalandar stayed in the cave. Yours is a three-day festival held here every year in the third month of the Islamic calendar. During the Kartik Poornima celebrations, Hindu followers come to see it. The Inam Dattatreya Peeta is a must-visit during the Chikmagalur tour packages.

Jhari Waterfalls

The Jhari Waterfalls, also known as Buttermilk Falls, are close to Attigundi. They're one of the best places to visit in Chikmagalur and one of the most well-known rivers in the area. This waterfall is a beautiful spot that offers peace to those who come. It is one of the best places in Chikmagalur, and everyone should plan to go there. Jhari waterfall is a beautiful natural feature that makes it worth a trip.
Kalasa

The small town of Kalasa is in the district of Chikkamagaluru in the Indian state of Karnataka. It is one of Karnataka's most famous pilgrimage towns and one of the must-see places in Chikmagalur tour packages. The Western Ghats surround it beautifully. The Kalaseshwara Temple is in Kalasa, on the banks of the Bhadra River. It is a temple to Lord Shiva.

Kallathigiri Falls

It is one of the best places to visit in Chikmagalur for views, and everyone will have a trip they'll never forget. A small temple called Veerabhadra Temple and the peaceful valleys around Kallathigiri Falls bring many people to this spot. This place in Chikmagalur feels even more peaceful because of this Temple. Tourists can also call these falls the Kalhatti Falls or the Kallathigiri Falls. From a height of about 400 feet, the fall pours down the beautiful Chandra Dona Mountains.

Kavikal Gandi Viewpoint

A well-known lookout point in Karnataka's Chikmagalur district is Kavikal Gandi, also called Horse Shoe Viewpoint. Kavikal Gandi is a well-known hilltop viewpoint in the Chikmagalur area. It is on the Baba Budangiri road. On the way, there is a checkpoint. Going up about 50 steps from this checkpoint is all it takes to get to the horseshoe viewpoint. At the base of the hill is a small Hanuman statue. It's always windy and lovely on this hill. Kavikal Gandi Viewpoint is a beautiful place to visit in Chikmagalur.

Kemmanagundi

The hill town Kemmangundi is in the district of Chikmagalur in the Indian state of Karnataka. It is 1,434 meters above sea level. Kempu means "red," mannu means "soil," and gundi means "pit." This is where the name Kemmangundi comes from. The best time to go is between September and March, not during the rainy season. Kemmanagundi is worth visiting during the Chikmagalur tour packages.

Kodandarama Temple

The Kodanda Ramaswamy Temple in Chikmagalur is a significant Hindu temple. This beautiful shrine is on the banks of the river Tungabhadra and is dedicated to Lord Rama, a form of Lord Vishnu. Religious people attend the Temple annually, and in February, it holds a yearly event called "Jatra." You must go to the Temple during the Chikmagalur tour packages to see how beautiful it is and ask the god who rules over it to bless you.

Kudremukh National Park

Kudremukh National Park is well-known for its beautiful scenery. It is set in the mountains. Since it became a national park in 1987, the 600-kilometer square area has been one of the best-kept national parks in the state. Kudremukh and its lush green surroundings are a wildlife and nature lover's dream. They show you the best of the Western Ghats in great detail. The Kudremukh National Park is a must-visit during the Chikmagalur tour packages.

Manikyadhara Falls

Manikyadhara Falls, also known as Nellikayi Theertha, is one of Karnataka's most beautiful and charming waterfalls. It is on the Baba Budan Road, close to Chikmagalur. From 30 feet above, the waterfall gives you a stunning view of the misty green mountains in the background and the narrow valley below. The Manikyadhara Falls is another beautiful place to visit in Chikmagalur.

Mullayanagiri

The Mullayanagiri hill is 1930 m above sea level and is in the Baba Budan Giri Range of the Western Ghats. It is only 45 minutes from Chikmagalur. It's the tallest mountain range between the Himalayas and the Nilgiris. People who like adventure, especially trekkers, love going to Mullayanagiri because it has many great hiking tracks. It is a place worth visiting during the Chikmagalur tour packages.

Rafting Bhadra River

In Karnataka, Chikmagalur is an excellent place for people who love to go on adventures. It is 45 km from the Bhadra River, in the middle of some of the most popular hill towns and wildlife areas in the Western Ghats. These include Sakleshpur, Kudremukh, and the Charmadi Ghats. The River Bhadra starts in the Western Ghats and flows across the Deccan Plateau through the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary. Rafting along the river gives visitors a stunning view of the Western Ghats' lush vegetation and cute towns and plantations.

Seethalayanagiri

The mountaintop Seethalayanagiri is in the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka. At 5000 feet high, it is one of the best places to visit in Chikmagalur. Seethalayanagiri is on the way from Chikmagalur to Mullayanagiri. The roads that wind up Chandradrona Hill are beautiful on the way to Seethalayanagiri. It's only a short walk from the parking area to the top of the peak, where you can see some stunning views. 

Sri Vidyashankara Temple

The Sri Vidyashankara Temple is a Hindu temple in Sringeri. It is part of the Sharada Peetham Complex and is one of the well-known churches that you can see on a Chikmagalur tour. In the 1400s, the kings of Vijayanagar helped build the Temple to honour Guru Vidyashankara. Several writings in the Temple describe what the kings of Vijayanagar did to help. People come from all over the world to visit the best pilgrimage places in Sringeri.

Sringeri Sharadha Peetham

Sringeri Sharada Peetham is one of the most essential Advaita mathas in Chikmagalur. It is on the calm banks of the Tunga River. Adi Shankaracharya built it, and people from all over the world visited it. People enjoy Sringeri Sharada Peetham because of the beautiful town of Sringeri, home to many legends and old temples. It is one of the most famous pilgrimage places to visit in Chikmagalur. It is also known as Dakshinamnaya Sringeri Sharada Peetham.