Chickmagalur trip – 2 days 1 night Quick view of Itinerary

 Leave 6 am from Bangalore on Saturday  Visit Shravanbelagola  After that proceed to Halebeed  Have lunch at Hassan  Proceed to Belur  Night stay at Chickmagalur at a home stay.  Sunday after break fast at

8am proceed to Jarri falls Hassan is about 190Kms to the west of Bangalore.  Proceed to Mulyangiri National Highway NH48 connects Hassan and  After Mulyangiri proceed to Bangalore around 5pm Bangalore. This highway runs from Bangalore to  Reach at midnight Mangalore. Hassan district is famous for temples built during Hoysala.

Chikmagalur nestled in the Baba Budan Giri hills, where India’s first coffee seeds were planted, is a calm, serene town full of scenic surprises with hills, valleys, streams and coffee plantations. Situated 235km from Bangalore, Chikmagalur is a trekker’s delight due to its rugged mountain trails.

Shravanabelagola

Shravanabelagola is a town placed near Channarayapatna of Hassan district in the Indian state of Karnataka and is 158 kilometer from Bangalore. The statue of Gommateshwara – Bahubalk, is one of the most famous pilgrimage destinations in Jainism.

Belur & Halebeedu

Ancient capitals of the Hoysalas, Belur and Halebeedu are home to magnificent temples built by the dynasty. The star-shaped Chennakesava Temple, with its 3.7m image of Lord Vijaya Narayana, and other temples in the complex at Belur are brilliant example of the sculptor’s art. The Hoysaleswara Temple at Halebeedu is richly carved with intricate figures.

Mulyangiri

Mullayanagiri (also spelt as Mullayyanagiri or Mullayangiri) is the highest peak of Karnataka state located in Bababudangiri range of Chikmagalur. Mullayanagiri is just 12 Km from Chikmagalaur. Mullayanagiri is part of the Baba Budan Giri Hill Ranges. The height of Mullayanagiri is 6330 ft (1,930 meters) and it is regarded as the highest peak between Himalayas and Nilgiris. There is a small temple dedicated to Lord Shiva on top of the hill. The small hillock in the temple premises is the highest point in Karnataka. Mullayanagiri is atrekker's paradise. Trekking at this place is a memorable experience. You can feel the intensity of cold wind hitting you.

Jarri waterfalls

Jarri Falls is one of the must-watch places in Chikmagalur. From Mullayanagiri, on the way to Datthapeeta or Kemmannagundi road, you will spot these falls on the left hand side. You will have to walk a kilometer after you park your vehicle. Jarri Falls is set in a bewitching backdrop, amidst the thickest of greenery and natural habitat. It is really a blessing for lovers of nature. Sweet waters running down the steep rocks and deep ravines form a perfect bass for the celestial tune, along with the passing breezes making their way out of the thick woods in hues of green and tan and crooning birds in umpteen tunes and tones.