Where is Kodachadri Hills located?
Shivamogga District
Kodachadri (Kannada: ಕೊಡಚಾದ್ರಿ) is a mountain peak with dense forests (elevation – 1,343 metres above sea level) in the Western Ghats in South India (Shivamogga District, Karnataka), 78 km from Shimoga. It is declared as natural heritage site by the Karnataka Government. and it is 13th highest peak of Karnataka.
Is Kodachadri trek difficult?
How difficult is the Kodachadri trek? The Kodachadri trek is tough but not the toughest. If you are a beginner then it is best that you take the jeep and then do the 5 km of the trek for an easy experience.
What is special in Kodachadri?
Kodachadri is known for its picturesque surroundings and the forest houses Malabar langurs, king cobras, hyenas, bison and pythons. One of the main reasons why Kodachadri is famous is because it is termed as the Sarvajna Peetha. It is said that the great philosopher Adi Shankaracharya had performed his meditation here.
Which is the best time to visit Kodachadri?
The ideal months to visit Kodachadri is September to January as it will be covered with lush green grass,cold breeze,clouds passing by the tip of the mountain and humidity and temperature will be good. If you want to visit in March you would experience dry grass,High temperature and dehydrating humidity.
In which district is Kodachadri?
Shimoga District of
Thick green forest covered Kodachadri Hill is a well kept secret in the Western Ghats in Shimoga District of Karnataka.
Which district is Kodachadri?
Which is the hardest trek in Karnataka?
Also known as Pushpagiri, Kumara Parvatha is most possibly the most challenging treks in the country. Towering at an altitude of 1,712 meters, not only is it the highest peak in the Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary but also considered to be the fourth highest peak in Karnakata.
Which is the biggest Ghat in Karnataka?
Mullayanagiri is the highest peak in Karnataka, India. Mullayyanagiri is located at 13°23′26″N 75°43′18″E in the Chandra Dhrona Hill Ranges of the Western Ghats of Chikkamagaluru Taluk.
What are the best places to visit near Kodachadri hills?
Places to visit near Kodachadri Hills: Nagara Fort (30 kms), Kollur Mookambika Temple (37 kms), Sigandur Temple (51 kms) and Jog Falls (100 kms) are the nearby attractions that can be visited along with Kodachadri. Places which can also be covered include cities like Mangalore, Udupi, Maravanthe, Kollur, St’ Mary’s Island.
Where is Nisargadhama Falls located?
Nisargadhama is conveniently connected with roads as well. The falls lies at a distance of 270 kms from Bangalore, 2 kms from Kushalnagar and 25 kms from Madikeri.
How to reach peak of Kodachadri?
It is located at a distance of 21 km from Kollur and 15 km from Nagodi village, in Hosanagara taluk. 78 km and 42 km from Sagara, Karnataka via Hasirumakki Ferry from District Headquarters Shimoga and there are different routes to reach the Peak of Kodachadri and the difficulty varies highly with respect to the route chosen.
How to reach Kodachadri from Mangaluru?
To reach Kodachadri one should arrive at Kollur town. Kollur is 130 kms from Mangaluru (nearest airport) and 430 kms from Bengaluru. Several private buses operate all through the day between Mangaluru and Kollur.