Madikeri is located in a hill town in southern India. The pleasant climate and beautiful terrain of Madikeri inspires many with its noticeably cool and peaceful atmosphere, which is hard to find elsewhere. It’s a private cottage stay. We believe in sustainable living and are inching towards it to reduce carbon footprint. Here are 10 things to do in madikeri.
Abbey Falls
What runs through the heart of this area, River Cauvery, also creates Abbey Falls when it cascades 70 feet down the rocks. A perfect picnic spot, this is one of the main attractions in Madikeri. These falls are amidst the coffee and cardamom plantations in the Western ghats.
Talacauvery
The place of origin of the Cauvery river from the Brahmagiri Hills, Talacauvery is extremely sacred and hence attracts many tourists and devotees.
Namdroling Monaestry
Namdroling is home to the spectacular Golden Temple which is presided by an 18m tall gold plated statue of Buddha. Visitors can enjoy some serene environment here and practice meditation in the monastery.
Raja’s Seat
The relaxing venue for the Kings of Kodagu, the view from Raja’s Seat is unparalleled. The breathtaking view of sun setting into the undulated mountains is mesmerizing. The garden here is adorned with multitude of flowers.
Gaddige Raja’s tomb
Built in the Indo-Saracenic style of architecture, this beautiful structure of Gaddige Raja’s tomb is the mortal remains of the Kodavad Royalty. These tombs date back to 1820.
Madikeri Fort
The Madikeri Fort is a popular attraction in Coorg in Karnataka. Situated in the centre of Madikeri town, the majestic fort offers tourists insights into the history of Coorg. The elevated structures of the fort also provide panoramic views of the town. Built-in the 17th century by Muddu Raja using mud, the structure was rebuilt by Tipu Sultan in granite.
Coffee Plantations
Madikeri is known for its resplendent coffee plantations and green meadows sprawling over acres of land. The area is popular for its premium class coffee beans. One of the best activities to do in Madikeri is to take a walk through these gorgeous coffee plantations. The estates offer individual tours where you can closely watch the picking or sowing or harvesting of the beans depending on the season when you are visiting. You can also taste the coffee and take it back home with you.
Omkareshwara temple
Depicting both Islamic and Gothic architecture, Omkareshwara temple was built in 1820 by Lingarajendra as a dedication to Lord Shiva. A water tank in this temple houses many fresh water fish and adds to the beauty of this temple.
Chingara Falls
A singular attraction tucked between coffee estates and tropical forests, Chingara Falls is a delight for nature lovers and trekkers.
Dubare Elephant camp
This training camp carries out training of wild elephants by the forest department along with the help of the local tribal communities. Elephant rides can be enjoyed by the visitors along with opportunities to scrub and feed the elephants.
