Kudremukh,Chikmagalur,Karnataka,India
The name Kudremukh means" horse face". The broad hills which overlook the Arabian Sea are linked to one another with deep hills and steep precipices and are so named because of the unique shape of the Horse face (Kudremukh) peak which has the highest elevation at 1892 meters.
A holiday trip in Kudremukh can be truly enjoyable. Rich green forests interspersed with grassy slopes, rivers, captivating cascades and rare orchids providing an unspoiled background for trekking.The place is really god for trekkers, the place in rich in Floura and Fauna.
Accessibility:
1. The nearest Airport and Rail junction is Mangalore.
2. Kudremukh is well connected by road to Chickmagalur, Mangalore and Sringeri.
Attractions of Kudremukh:
Jamalabad Fort :Famous for the fort built by Tipu Sultan. The fort was named in memory of his mother Jamalbee.
Kudremukh National park : a largest reserve of a tropical wet green forest in Karnataka.
Best time to tour: Between December and February.
Weather: Climate is really cool.
Occassion:
1. Karavali Festival- Held in the month of February.
2. Navrathri festival- Held in Chikmagalur town.
