Moments Shoot's Photo Tour to "Coorg" The Scotland of India on 2-5 Oct 2014
Coorg
Madikeri is the picturesque town of Kodagu (also called Coorg), the land of coffee, cardamom, colonels and the Cauvery. The headquarters of Kodagu district, it is located in a beautiful hilly setting surrounded by the forest slopes of the Western Ghats. Here, time seems to have stood still. Dotted with a cluster of red-roofed dwellings and a bustling bazaar, the town, situated at an elevation of 1,525 m, has a charming old-world look.
Madeikeri Fort
The Palace of the erstwhile kings located inside the Fort, now houses the offices of the Deputy Commissioner. The brick and mortar Palace was built in 1814 by Lingarajendra Wodeyar II.The strong fort of Mercara explains the tale of bravery and battle. In the inner Fort, a temple of Virabhadra was removed by the British in 1855 and in its place built an Anglican Church. The Church, in Gothic style, with color stained glasses has now been converted into a museum.Two life-size elephants made of mortar, catch the eye of the visitor on entering the Fort. The other buildings inside the fort include the Mahatma Gandhi Public Library, the Kote Maha Ganapathi temple and the district prison.
Rajas Seat
It is known to be one of the favorite spot for relaxing and revitalizing your mind and body. It is one the best tourist place. Where people flaunt there to watch the beautiful sunrise & sunset and the mist covered greenery exactly like a Disney world, early in the morning and late at night. It is a beautiful garden with seasonal colorful flowers and a 'Rajas seat'.
Dubare
Dubare is an elephant camp located on the banks of the holy river cauvery. It is one of the wild destination in coorg. The Karnataka forest department has so many elephants captured and tamed. It is one of the famous elephant training camp. It is an island with a wonderful river with a cool and pleasant atmosphere with so many trees around. Totally out of the busy world, into a calm and pleasant place.
You can also wet yourself in water and have great fun.You can walk on the rocks and splash water against your friends,totally having fun.
Abbey Falls
Tucked away between private coffee and spice estates, abbey Falls offers a splendid backdrop for picnics. As you make your way past stocky coffee bushes and tall trees entwined with pepper vines, the falls make a sudden and dramatic appearance as they cascade their way down steps into limpid pools to join the river Cauvery.
Bhagamandala temple
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This is the confluence of three rivers: Cauvery, Kanika and sujyothi. Among many small shrines dedicated to various gods, the Bhagamandeshwara temple, standing in a large courtyard surrounded by Kerala-style temples is the most impressive. Bhagamandala is known for its apiaries and Kodagu honey.
Nalknad palace
Nalknad palace was built by Kodava King Dodda Viraraja in 1792 A.D. It is situated the foothill of Tadiyandamol, the highest peak of Kodagu (near Kakkabe village). It is a two storeyed building, supposed to be the summer palace of the Kodava kings.
The guard of the palace volunteered to take us around the palace. The palace mesmerizes everybody with its exquisite wall paintings, intricate wooden carvings. The palace has a Darbar hall on the first floor, but don’t be fascinated by the paintings on the roof since it was done by some film crew few years ago for their film shoot. At that time the palace was yet to be taken over for renovation by government.It is sad to see such a place being tampered for one’s personal benefit.
(Content & Images: Courtesy Internet)
Day 2: 2nd Oct 2014
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Coorg
Madikeri is the picturesque town of Kodagu (also called Coorg), the land of coffee, cardamom, colonels and the Cauvery. The headquarters of Kodagu district, it is located in a beautiful hilly setting surrounded by the forest slopes of the Western Ghats. Here, time seems to have stood still. Dotted with a cluster of red-roofed dwellings and a bustling bazaar, the town, situated at an elevation of 1,525 m, has a charming old-world look.
Madeikeri Fort
The Palace of the erstwhile kings located inside the Fort, now houses the offices of the Deputy Commissioner. The brick and mortar Palace was built in 1814 by Lingarajendra Wodeyar II.The strong fort of Mercara explains the tale of bravery and battle. In the inner Fort, a temple of Virabhadra was removed by the British in 1855 and in its place built an Anglican Church. The Church, in Gothic style, with color stained glasses has now been converted into a museum.Two life-size elephants made of mortar, catch the eye of the visitor on entering the Fort. The other buildings inside the fort include the Mahatma Gandhi Public Library, the Kote Maha Ganapathi temple and the district prison.
Rajas Seat
It is known to be one of the favorite spot for relaxing and revitalizing your mind and body. It is one the best tourist place. Where people flaunt there to watch the beautiful sunrise & sunset and the mist covered greenery exactly like a Disney world, early in the morning and late at night. It is a beautiful garden with seasonal colorful flowers and a 'Rajas seat'.
Dubare
Dubare is an elephant camp located on the banks of the holy river cauvery. It is one of the wild destination in coorg. The Karnataka forest department has so many elephants captured and tamed. It is one of the famous elephant training camp. It is an island with a wonderful river with a cool and pleasant atmosphere with so many trees around. Totally out of the busy world, into a calm and pleasant place.
You can also wet yourself in water and have great fun.You can walk on the rocks and splash water against your friends,totally having fun.
Bylakuppe
Bylakuppe is a mini Tibet in india.
It houses too many tibetan refugee. They follow their own culture and worship lord Buddha. The place gives you an experience of being out of india. There is a Buddhist monastries. It reveils the different facets of the truth. The peace preacher ‘ Dalai Lama’ is the head of the monastries. Several thousands of Lama’s pursue their education in the monastries.
Golden temple is the main Buddhist temple and attracts too many tourists. It is simply another world which you will enter. Its completely calm and serine, full of peace. The walls in the entrance depicts the colorful Tibetan paintings of Buddhist mythology. Inside the temple is a three charismatic beautiful golden Buddha statue, which looks alive and graceful. There is a beautiful garden surrounding it with fresh flowers and twittering of birds. Totally a peaceful environment with so many Lama’s in their deep meditative state. Outside is a tibeatien shopping mall with awesome tibeatien collection.
Madikeri Dasara
Madikeri Dasara, second only to the Mysore Dasara, is celebrated in a unique way with decorated tabloos (Dasha Mantapas or The Ten Tabloos). Traditonal dancers, singers, fun games, archestra, cultural programs are held round the clock. Mainly celebrated at night Mercara Dasara is the right time to rejoice. Music of all kind blend through hill station inducing everyone to dance it out.
Tucked away between private coffee and spice estates, abbey Falls offers a splendid backdrop for picnics. As you make your way past stocky coffee bushes and tall trees entwined with pepper vines, the falls make a sudden and dramatic appearance as they cascade their way down steps into limpid pools to join the river Cauvery.
Bhagamandala temple
This is the confluence of three rivers: Cauvery, Kanika and sujyothi. Among many small shrines dedicated to various gods, the Bhagamandeshwara temple, standing in a large courtyard surrounded by Kerala-style temples is the most impressive. Bhagamandala is known for its apiaries and Kodagu honey.
Nalknad palace
Nalknad palace was built by Kodava King Dodda Viraraja in 1792 A.D. It is situated the foothill of Tadiyandamol, the highest peak of Kodagu (near Kakkabe village). It is a two storeyed building, supposed to be the summer palace of the Kodava kings.
The guard of the palace volunteered to take us around the palace. The palace mesmerizes everybody with its exquisite wall paintings, intricate wooden carvings. The palace has a Darbar hall on the first floor, but don’t be fascinated by the paintings on the roof since it was done by some film crew few years ago for their film shoot. At that time the palace was yet to be taken over for renovation by government.It is sad to see such a place being tampered for one’s personal benefit.
(Content & Images: Courtesy Internet)
This photo tour is for whom?
- Monuments / Nature Lovers
- Shutter Bugs (Photographers)
- Children / School Children's
- Families / Friends
- In short Everyone !!!
Photo Tour Schedule
Day 1: 1st Oct 2014
Board the 12619 MATSYAGANDHA EX from any of the following station at respective time.
Lokmanyatilak T 15.20
Thane 15.43
Panvel 16.22
Please gather at respective station 15 min before the departure.
Board the 12619 MATSYAGANDHA EX from any of the following station at respective time.
Lokmanyatilak T 15.20
Thane 15.43
Panvel 16.22
Please gather at respective station 15 min before the departure.
Day 2: 2nd Oct 2014
- Reach Mangalore station at 10:30 am, have breakfast & head toward Madikeri by private vehicle.
- Reach Madikeri by 1:30 pm, check-in in Hotel
- Get refreshed at head towards Madikeri Fort, explore the place.
- In the evening visit Rajas Seat, experience the beautiful sunset & relax.
- Return to Hotel for dinner & rest
Day 3: 3rd Oct 2014
- Early wake up call, get fresh, have breakfast.
- Head towards Dubare-Elephant camp, Bath the elephants, feed them & have fun.
- Have lunch & head towards Bylakuppe & visit oldest Buddhist Monastery.
- Return to Madikeri & experience the Dasara Festival.
- Return to Hotel for dinner & rest
Day 4: 4th Oct 2014
- Early wake up call, get fresh, have breakfast.
- Head towards Abbey water fall, capture the beautiful waterfall in your cameras.
- Head towards Bhagamandala temple, This is the confluence of three rivers: Cauvery, Kanika and sujyothi. Explore the place
- Have lunch & head towards Nalknad palace & experience the mesmerizing wall paintings, intricate wooden carvings
- Return to Madikeri & shopping time
- Return to Hotel for dinner & rest.
Day 5: 5th Oct 2014
- Early wake up call, get fresh, have breakfast.
- Bid farewell to Coorg & head towards Mangalore to catch train.
Day 6: 6th Oct 2014
- Reach LTT station around 6:30, Bid adieu and return to respective destinations.
Cost
Rs. 9950/- per person
Confirmation & bookings call on: Nikhil 9820 432 576
Account Details
Bank Name: State Bank Of India
Account ID: 33610723284
Account Type: Saving Account
Account Name: Nikhil Gaikwad
Branch: Majiwade Thane
Branch Code: 013377
IFSC Code: SBIN0013377
Confirmation & bookings call on: Nikhil 9820 432 576
Account Details
Bank Name: State Bank Of India
Account ID: 33610723284
Account Type: Saving Account
Account Name: Nikhil Gaikwad
Branch: Majiwade Thane
Branch Code: 013377
IFSC Code: SBIN0013377
Tour Inclusions
- All Train tickets (LTT to MAQ & MAQ to LTT)
- All major meals on the Mangalore to Mangalore journey.
- Hotel stay
- Vehicle charges
Tour Exclusions
- Any expenses in the Train (Meals & snacks)
- Any camera charges
- Any kind of Expenses of personal in nature.
Things to Carry:
- 1-2 Ltrs Water (Must)
- Umbrella /Windcheater
- Camera (Optional - Capture the moments in your Heart !!!)
- Extra cloths
- Dry snacks
- Torch with extra batteries
- A Bag to put all these things
Rules
- All our Photo-walk's are Eco-friendly, kindly take care of nature around us.
- Smoking and Drinking alcohol during, Photo-walk is strictly prohibited if anyone found doing that will be expelled from Photo-walk without refund.
- Respect the Heritage and culture. Do Not Litter, Participants are requested to carry the waste back to the city and dispose it off in dustbins.
- Leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No Arguments will be entertained.
- Moments Shoot is not liable in any way whatsoever for any injury or loss (including any indirect or consequential loss) of any kind to person or property suffered by any participant whether by reason of any act or omission, deliberate or negligent.
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Pictures are very beautiful. Thanks for sharing. The hill station has some interesting treks such as Pushpagiri, Tadiandamol and Brahmagiri Peaks which are quite challenging and blessed with oodles of natural beauty. However, outdoor activities go beyond trekking here. You can try angling in Kaveri River and golfing at Coorg Golf Links (Bittangala), Golf Course (Pollibetta) and Mercara Downs (Mercara). An ideal summer retreat, Coorg (Kodagu) tourism offers some wonderful moments of relaxation and rejuvenation. Check out all best places to visit in Coorg also.
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