An exceptionally beautiful hill station named after King Krishna Rajendra Wodeyar IV, it is one of the best trekking spots among the lush forests of the Baba Budangiri hills – it offers one panoramic views, waterfalls & lovely sunset views.
A place to watch sunset.
28 Kms north of Chickmaglur town, Baba Budan Range gets its name from the muslim sage Baba Budan, who is believed to have introduced coffee to India. The range has one of the highest peaks between the Himalayas and the Niligiris.
The highest point is 'Mullaiyangiri' - 1900 m & has 3 caves, sanctified by 3 sages & containing their icons & tombs. A sacred centre, 'Seethala Mallikarjuna' near a cave, and a mutt lend the place a mystic touch. Near Baba Budangiri peak are the 3 famous waterfalls - Gada Theertha, Kamana Theertha and Nellikayi Theertha.
The view from Shiva Giri, about 50 kms from Chickmagalur, located above the forests of 'Yemedoddi' is spectacular - providing an awesome view of the river' Bhadra' and the 'Lakkavalli Dam'.
The Yemmedoddi forests were once the favoured hunting grounds of the British - tigers, panthers, sloth bear, deer are sighted here.
95 km south west of Chikmaglur, overlooking the Arabian sea - is a trekkers paradise, rich with verdant forests, rivers, grassy slopes, waterfalls, rare flora and caves ancient ruins.
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