Welcome to Karanataka

A small peek into the mystical and magical land of Karanataka.Come and Explore some of the best places in the land. Brought to you by S SriSumukha

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About Karanataka

Karnataka is a state in southwest India with Arabian Sea coastlines. The capital, Bengaluru (formerly Bangalore), is a high-tech hub known for its shopping and nightlife. To the southwest, Mysore is home to lavish temples including Mysore Palace, former seat of the region’s maharajas. Hampi, once the medieval Vijayanagara empire’s capital, contains ruins of Hindu temples, elephant stables and a stone chariot.

Bengaluru

Bengaluru (also called Bangalore) is the capital of India's southern Karnataka state. The center of India's high-tech industry, the city is also known for its parks and nightlife. By Cubbon Park, Vidhana Soudha is a Neo-Dravidian legislative building.

Vidhana Soudha

Vidhana Soudha in Bangalore, India, is the seat of the state legislature of Karnataka. It is constructed in a style described as Neo-Dravidian, and incorporates elements of various Dravidian styles. Construction was started in 1952 and completed in 1956

Cubbon Park

Sri Chamarajendra Park, sometimes also referred to as Cubbon Park is a landmark 'lung' area of Bengaluru city, located within the heart of the city in the Central Administrative Area.

VVPuram Food Street

Head to VV Puram, Food Street in Bangalore for a range of exciting street food like jalebis, dosas, pani puri, rasgulla, chaats & more at affordable prices.

Nandi Hills

Nandi Hills, or Nandidurg, is a hill fortress in the south Indian state of Karnataka. Tipu Sultan Fort, a summer retreat of the namesake 18th-century ruler, features stone carvings and wall paintings. Prisoners are said to have been thrown to their death from Tipu’s Drop, now known for its panoramic views.

Mysore

Mysore (or Mysuru), a city in India's southwestern Karnataka state, was the capital of the Kingdom of Mysore from 1399 to 1947

Mysore Palace

Mysore Palace, also known as Amba Vilas Palace, is a historical palace and a royal residence. It is located in Mysore, Karnataka. It used to be the official residence of the Wadiyar dynasty and the seat of the Kingdom of Mysore. The palace is in the centre of Mysore, and faces the Chamundi Hills eastward

Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens

Mysore Zoo is a 157-acre zoo located near the palace in Mysore, India. It is one of the oldest and most popular zoos in India, and is home to a wide range of species. Mysore Zoo is one of the city's most popular attractions.

Mahesh Prasad

Although only a couple of decades old, it seems like Mahesh Prasad has been a part of Mysore's culinary scene forever. Hugely popular with locals for its all day vegetarian offerings

Karanji Lake

Karanji Lake is a lake located in the city of Mysore in the state of Karnataka, India. The lake is surrounded by a nature park consisting of a butterfly park and a walk-through aviary. This aviary is the biggest 'walk-through aviary' in India.

Festivals Of Karanataka

Exhibitions, performances, delicious sweets and meals await your arrival in Karnataka. Take part in some of the most popular celebrations of the state and have an enjoyable time with your loved ones. Here is the list of festivals in Karnataka that you must check out.

Mysuru Dasara

Mysore Dasara is the Nadahabba of the state of Karnataka in India.

Kambala Festival

Kambala festival is an annual buffalo race organised in Dakshin Kannada and Udipi districts of Karnataka by the farming communities.

Pattadakal Dance Festival

Another one of the dance festivals in Karnataka, Pattadakal a gains the attention of many every year.

Ugadi

Also known as Gudi Padwa, marks the start of the new year as per the Hindu calender.

Mysuru Dasara

Mysore Dasara is the Nadahabba (state festival) of the state of Karnataka in India. It is a 10-day festival, starting with nine nights called Navaratri and the last day being Vijayadashami. The festival is observed on the tenth day in the Hindu calendar month of Ashvina, which typically falls in the Gregorian months of September and October

  • The Hindu festival of Dasara, Navratri and Vijayadashami celebrates the victory of good over evil. It was the day in the Hindu legends when Goddess Chamundeshwari (Durga) killed the demon Mahishasura.[4] Mahishasura is the demon whose slaying by the Goddess gave the city the name Mysuru.

Kambala festival

Kambala festival is an annual buffalo race organised in Dakshin Kannada and Udipi districts of Karnataka by the farming communities. This sporting festival is held between November and March. Well known for buffalo race, this is a two day festival.

  • It begins with an exhibition of participating buffaloes and during the festival, the buffalos are made to race on the tracks guided by the farmers.

Pattadakal Dance Festival

  • Another one of the dance festivals in Karnataka, Pattadakal a gains the attention of many every year. They are conducted in the temples of the town that were established in the 7th century and are now recognized as world heritage sites by UNESCO.

For art and dance enthusiasts, this is a festival not to miss!

Ugadi

Also known as Gudi Padwa, marks the start of the new year as per the Hindu calender. According to the legends, this is the day that Bramha initiated the creation of the universe. This main festival of Karnataka is celebrated with fervour and many preparations.

  • Homes and temples are decorated and a special meal is cooked. Many people believe this to be an auspicious day to purchase a new asset or start a venture.

Other Places To Visit

Karanataka has many other amazing places which are a must to attend.

Murdeshwar

Murdeshwar is a town in Uttara Kannada district in the state of Karnataka, India, It is famous for the world's second tallest Shiva statue, the town lies on the coast of the Arabian Sea and is also famous for the Murudeshwara Temple.

Jog Falls

Jog Falls is a waterfall on the Sharavati river located in the Western Ghats running between Uttara Kannada and Shimoga districts of Karnataka, India.

Hampi

Hampi is an ancient village in the south Indian state of Karnataka. It’s dotted with numerous ruined temple complexes from the Vijayanagara Empire. On the south bank of the River Tungabhadra is the 7th-century Hindu Virupaksha Temple, near the revived Hampi Bazaar.

Coorg

Madikeri is a hill town in southern India. Framed by the Western Ghats mountain range, it’s known for the Raja’s Seat, a simple monument overlooking forests and rice paddies.