Mysore to Chikmagalur Cab
About Chikmagalur
Mysore to Chikmagalur distnce : 171 km
Estimated travel time : 4.4 hours
Mysore to Chikmagalur is a very popular route for tourist, a small hill station at the Western Ghats, Chikmagalur makes for an ideal weekend getaway from Mysore or a short vacation travel destination. Known as the ‘Coffee Land’ of Karnataka is situated in the foothills of the Mullayangiri Range.
One of the most scenic hill stations in the state of Karnataka, Chikmagalur is the most serene and picturesque tourist destinations in the Western Ghats. Literally meaning, ‘The Young Daughter’s Town’, this hill station stands tall at a height of about 3400 feet and is popular, given its tea plantations, lush green forests, picturesque trekking trails and mild retreat. Being the largest producer of coffee in the country. Chikmagalur is all about its coffee. Chikmagalur is a very popular trekking spot and boasts of many incredible trekking trails, such as the Mullayangiri trek, the Kemmanagundi trek, and the Baba Budangiri trek. Mullayangiri is the highest peak in all of Karnataka and is the best place to get a perfect view of the sun rising from behind the mountains.
Taxi from Mysore to Chikmagalur is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Mysore to Chikmagalur by car is well connected through SH57 and Belur road. There are quite a few places to visit in and on the way to Chikmagalur. It is best to plan your journey on a weekend or on a long weekend. Mysore to Chikmagalur distance is 171 Km and is 4.4 hours journey. An alternate route is via Shravanabelagola. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are:Manjarabad Fort - At a height of 3240 feet, Manjarabad is a beautiful star shaped fort built by Tipu Sultan in 1792.
Gorur Dam - - Named after famous Kannada literary personality called Gorur Ramaswamy Iyengar is a sight to behold and makes for a great picninc spot with a beautiful garden right next to it.
Shettihalli Rosary Church - - Known as the drowning church of Karnataka, is famous among photographers.
Halebeedu - - Used to be the regal capital city of the Hoysala Empire in the 12th- 13th century is famous for its meaning ‘ruined city’ and used to be called Dwarasamundra, meaning entrance to the Ocean.
Belur - - Situated on the banks of the alluring river of Hassan is steeped in the Hoysala Architecture and is home to many temples and shrines showcasing that era’s architectural workmanship.
Yagachi Dam - - Built in 2001 is a popular visiting spot.
Srirangapatna - - Tipu Sultan’s reign
Ranganthittu Bird Sanctuary - - several species of migrant birds on bank of river Cauvery
Shravanabelagola - - Historic town located near Channarayapatna has the world’s largest monolithic statue of Lord Gomateshwara making it one of the seven wonders of our country.
Sri Chowdeshwari Temple - - An ancient Hindu Temple located near Tiptur, the idol here is installed on anthill.
Tourist Attractions
Mullayanagiri
Hebbe Falls
Kudremukh National Park
Kemmangundi
Baba Budangiri
Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary
Sharadamba Temple
Kalhatti Fall
Coffee Museum
Tea Plantation walk
Kallathigiri Falls
Bhadra Dam
Manikyadhara Falls
Kadambi Falls
Sringeri Shrada Peetha
Z Point
Hirekolale Lake
Kalasa
Sri Veeranarayana Temple
Belavadi
Sringeri Mutt
Jhari Waterfalls
Camping at Ballalrayana Durga
