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‘Lal Bagh’ literally means ‘Red Garden’ – a name it inherits from the gorgeous red roses that can be found here during the peak season. Each year, in January (Republic Day) and August (Independence Day), a Flower Show is hosted inside the Glass House by the Department of Horticulture and Mysore Horticulture Society, attracting visitors and flower enthusiasts from all over the country.
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Bengaluru’s history isn’t always easy to uncover, but places like Café Stone at CINNAMON, designed by Mathew and Ghosh Architects, reveal its essence. Located in the courtyard of a restored bungalow, this café is surrounded by exquisite wares handpicked by Radhika Poddar, stately classical columns and segmented arches.
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https://telegra.ph/file/64630554d1848415d6764.jpgNetravati River

The Netravati River or Netravathi Nadi has its origins at Bangrabalige valley, Yelaneeru Ghat in Kudremukha in Chikkamagaluru district of Karnataka, India. This river flows through the famous pilgrimage place Dharmasthala and is considered one of the holy rivers of India. It merges with the Kumaradhara River at Uppinangadi before flowing to the Arabian Sea, south of Mangalore city. This river is the main source of water to Bantwal and Mangalore. Earlier in the 20th century it was known as the Bantwal River; the important town of Bantwal is seen on its banks. A reference to the River Netravati, as unfordable during the South-West Monsoon, can be seen in the Gazetteer of Southern India,, published in 1855. It has an apparent breadth of about 200 yards with a bed encumbered by large rocky masses, chiefly of hornblende rock, containing spangles of mica and small garnets. Sienites also occur, as fragments of a beautiful pegmatite with flesh coloured feldspar are seen in the beds of rivulets. The Netravati River is navigable by small country craft for many miles. The train Netravati Express, passing through Mangalore, is named after this river.
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https://telegra.ph/file/f1fca0527201348db1193.jpgGopinatham Mystery Trails

At a distance of 14 km from Hogenakkal, 35 km from MM Hills, and 168 km from Mysore, Gopinatham Mystery Trails is an eco-tourism camp situated near Gopinatham, a quaint little hamlet on the border between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. It is one of the least popular jungle lodges in Karnataka, and among the best places to stay as part of Mysore tour packages.

Situated in the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary, Gopinatham Mystery Trail camp offers amazing vistas and opportunities to enjoy Nature at its best. Look in any direction and one can see a chain of Nagamalai Hills. A waterbody called as Gopinatham Dam adjoin the camp adds to the beauty of the place. During the monsoon these dry forests turn into a verdant green that is soothing to the eyes.
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https://telegra.ph/file/8f05cc2aa9cf2043823f9.jpgFloral Clock at Lal Bagh, Bangalore

Lalbagh is home to an attractive Flower Clock that has been installed by the HMT watch company. Measuring 7 meters in diameter, the functional clock dial is beautifully decorated with myriad colourful flowers. The figurines of ‘Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs’ installed around the surrounding gardens are another attraction, especially for kids.
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https://telegra.ph/file/04e18e35abe4c4739220f.jpgBrahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary

The Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary covers an area of 181 square km and has got its name from the Brahmagiri Park which is the highest peak with a height of 1608 m. The primary vegetation of the sanctuary includes evergreen and semi-evergreen forests, shoal forest patches in grasslands and bamboos. The sanctuary was established in the year 1974 and is surrounded by plantations of coffee and cardamom.
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https://telegra.ph/file/4a3b81df532e13ca79cd4.jpgGummanayakana Fort

Gummanayakana Fort, located in the Chintamani taluk of Karnataka’s Kolar district, is a historic hill fort believed to have been built during the Vijayanagara Empire in the 14th century. Named after a local chieftain, Gummanayaka, the fort stands atop a hill at an elevation of about 3,000 feet, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Its strategic location made it a vital defense post, and over the centuries, it witnessed control by various rulers, including the Marathas, Tipu Sultan, and later the British. The fort’s architecture features large stone walls, bastions, gateways, and remnants of watchtowers, which hint at its former military significance. Despite being partially in ruins, the site retains an aura of ancient valor and grandeur.

Today, Gummanayakana Fort is a hidden gem for trekkers, history enthusiasts, and nature lovers. The trek to the top is moderately challenging, passing through rocky terrain and scenic landscapes dotted with shrubs and boulders. Once at the summit, visitors can explore the fort’s remains while soaking in the tranquility of the hills. The fort is relatively less crowded compared to other tourist spots, making it an ideal destination for those seeking solitude and a touch of history. With its blend of natural beauty and historical heritage, Gummanayakana Fort stands as a silent witness to Karnataka’s rich past and is a must-visit for anyone exploring the Kolar region.
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https://telegra.ph/file/087ffb5393bc23920f267.jpgHebri

Hebri is a town and taluk headquarters in the Udupi district of Karnataka, at the foot of the Western Ghats of India in Karnataka state. It was first inaugurated as a taluk in 2018. It is a main junction and a central point of roads leading to Mangalore, Brahmavar, Karkala, Kundapura, Agumbe, Shivamogga and Udupi. The area's forests receive high rainfall throughout the year. Someshwara Wildlife Sanctuary is located nearby, which covers the entire route till Agumbe and the western Ghats. The sanctuary houses a number of endangered species including the King Cobra.
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https://telegra.ph/file/36b3b3a4932ac7b501419.jpgUppinakudru

Uppinakudru or Salt Island is a place which is religiously rich and profound. Once served as the center of trading for salt and sea food, today the place is occupied with several ancient and popular temples Lord Gopala Krishna Temple being one of them.

While Lord Vasudeva is counted as the oldest temple in the area, Siddi Vinayaka Temple is a famous temple attracting devotees in large number. The place also houses several mutts including Lord Lakshminarayana Mutt, Gopinath Mutt, Ganapathi Mutt and Devi Mutt etc.
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https://telegra.ph/file/9c0b091ab8a1d6514cf80.jpgYermarus Thermal Power Station

Yermarus Thermal Power Station is a coal-based thermal power plant located in Yermarus village in Raichur district, Karnataka. The power plant is owned and operated by the Karnataka Power Corporation. This is India's first 800MW super critical thermal power plant and Bharat Heavy Electricals is the EPC contractor for this power project.
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https://telegra.ph/file/62a045138f7d2c7f39c59.jpgPilikula lake

Pilikula Nisargadhama (or Nisarga Dhama) is a multi-purpose tourist attraction, at Vamanjoor, eastern part of Mangaluru city in Karnataka, managed by the District Administration of Dakshina Kannada. It is a major tourist attraction of Mangalore. It attracts large number of tourists due to the availability of multiple facilities. In the Tulu language, "pili" means tiger and "kula" means lake. The name Tiger Lake is because tigers used to come to this lake to drink.

The state of Karnataka also has a nature preserve called Kaveri Nisargadhama, near Kushalnagar.
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https://telegra.ph/file/79583fe39037e2813eb26.jpgKaratagi

Karatagi is a town and taluk headquarters of Karatagi taluk and it is located in Koppal District in Karnataka, India. It is one of the most important commercial centres in the district. The town is made up of multiple paddy fields, which are irrigated by the Tungabhadra Canal. Karatagi is known for its numerous rice mills, which can be found in the town and the surrounding areas. Karatagi is one of the seven towns that form the Koppal locale. It was initially formed when the Gangavathi taluk was separated into two new taluks along with Karatagi and Kanakagiri. The town is flanked by the Tungabhadra River to the east, Kanakagiri to the west, Sindhanur to the north, and Gangavathi to the south.
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https://telegra.ph/file/49e6cad93ad57b485b010.jpgSupa Dam

Supa Dam is built across Kalinadi (Kannada) or Kali river in the state of Karnataka in India and is the tallest dam in Karnataka. The 101 meters high and 332 meters long dam has 3 gates of 15x10 meters.[1] The dam's gross capacity is 4.178 cubic km or 147 tmc ft. It is situated at GaneshaGudi, which is in Joida taluk of Uttara Kannada district. The dam forms the main storage reservoir to all the power houses in Kalinadi hydro power project of total installed capacity of 1180MW, which includes the main 810-MW Nagzari power house. The power house at the foot of the dam has two 50-MW electricity generators. The electricity generated is supplied to different parts of Karnataka. The dam was built by Hindustan Steel Works Construction Limited and is designed, owned and operated by Karnataka Power Corporation Limited, owned by the government of Karnataka. The power house was commissioned in 1985. The dam is basically used for generation of hydro electricity.
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