Coorg/ Madikeri

Steep, winding roads, interesting bazaars and fresh coffee and spices is the flavour of this locale. Coorg is a great place to take long walks. And pig out at local restaurants.

Do not forget to stop on your way to Coorg at Nisargadhama, a serene island accessed by a 90 metre rope bridge, and Verrabhoomi, an artisan village showcasing the fine arts of Karnataka.

If you have the time visit the Tibetan monastery near Nisargadhama on the way from Mysore to Coorg. This is a spectacular stopover where not many go. As too are Madikeri Fort, Iruppu Falls and Abbey Falls.

How to get there
The total distance from Bangalore is about 252 km. The best way to reach Coorg is by road on the Bangalore-Mysore highway, which should take you about five to six hours by car. By bus, it is almost seven hours. You can catch a bus from the KSRTC bus depot near the Bangalore railway station. Buses head to Coorg every half an hour or so.

Where to stay
The Capitol Village (Rs 750 to Rs 1,800) in Coorg, a comfortable resort nestled amidst a coffee plantation. The breakfast and the dinner is very good. Alternatively, you can try the Hotel Coorg International.

Capitol Village
Phone: (08272) 225929,75

Hotel Mayura Valley View
Phone: (08272) 28387

Hotel Coorg International(Standard Non A/C: Rs 2350 Standard A/C: Rs 2650)
Convent Road, Madigeri
Coorg -- 571 201

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