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Peace Lover.!!
The lift of fog, cool breeze and the excitement of nature to welcome tiny droplets of rain is one of the beautiful experience that i witnessed here! - "Mullayana Giri", Highest peak in Karnataka.
Excitement overloaded!!
What if it was a scorching sunny day???, the steep flow and cool air from waterfalls just reloaded all those lost excitements within me - Vibhooti waterfalls
Breath Taking!!!
Trekking, hard trails in thick forest is very Exuberant ... Kumara Parvatha - Highest peak in Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary in the Western Ghats of Karnataka.
My Journey!!
Kumara Parvatha
Mullayyanagiri Trek
Kumara Parvatha
Kumara Parvatha is also known as Pushpagiri. It is said to be one of the most difficult treks in Western Ghats of Karnataka. There are two ways to start this trek, one from the Somawarpete side and one from the Kukke Subramanya side. Reaching Peak is easier from Somawarpet than Kukke Subramanya. From Kukke, the climb is more difficult and long. The trekking distance is about 14km from the starting point. The trekking trail we pass is covered with dense forest.
Madhugiri Betta
Mullayyanagiri Trek
Kumara Parvatha
Madhugiri Peak is the second-largest monolith Rock of Asia after the Savandurga. Fort at the hilltop from the era of Vijay Nagar time. It is proximately 2.5km from Madhugiri to the starting point and 105 km from Bengaluru.
The trek path of Madhugiri is from moderate to difficult level due to adjacent steep on the way uphill.
Mullayyanagiri Trek
Mullayyanagiri Trek
Mullayyanagiri Trek
Mullayanagiri at 1,930 m above sea level is the highest peak in the Western Ghats range. It is proximately 22km from Chikmagalur city.
The peak is around 4 km from the starting point. It is steep and vertically inclined from the beginning point.
The winter periods are the most suitable season to visit Mullayanagiri.
Nandi Hills
Chitradurga Fort
Mullayyanagiri Trek
Nandi Hills is located proximately 60 km away from Bangalore City. Its one such tourist spot that is preferred as a perfect weekend gateway. An early morning visit is the most suitable time to get a glimpse of an awesome sunrise. It has now grown a well-known holiday spot.
Chitradurga Fort
Chitradurga Fort
Chitradurga Fort
Chitradurga located at a distance of 200 kilometers from Bengaluru. Chitradurga is formed of two words in the Kannada language: ‘Chitra’ means "picture" and ‘Durga’ means "fort". It is also locally known as "Kallina Kote" or Stone Fortress.
Pavagada Fort
Chitradurga Fort
Chitradurga Fort
Pavagada Fort was built by the Vijayanagar dynasty in 1405. The battle between Tipu Sultan and the British was fought here. Walking through the bumpy trail, one reaches the top which provides a spectacular view of the surrounding hillocks, village, and fields.
Kunti Betta
Vibhooti Waterfalls
Skandagiri Hills
Kunti Betta is located proximately 120km from Bangalore and 25km from Mandya.
Kunti Betta sunrise trek stands out as the most memorable and exciting, which can be experienced near Bangalore.
The Kunti Betta trail is short. It includes steep ascents and descents. Great views of surrounding fields, hillocks, and the Thonnur lake, make the Stone pillar the perfect viewpoint.
Skandagiri Hills
Vibhooti Waterfalls
Skandagiri Hills
Skandagiri, also known as Kalavara Durga, which is located proximately 60km from Bangalore and 3 km from Chikballapur.
Reaching the peak to view the Sunrise, is an amazing experience.
The total hiking distance is 8 km moderate to difficulty level, which makes it important for the trekker to be physically and mentally fit.
Vibhooti Waterfalls
Vibhooti Waterfalls
Vibhooti Waterfalls
Vibhuthi Falls is located in Ankola taluk of Uttara Kannada district. It is around 443km from Bangalore, 45km from Sirsi, and 10km from Yana Caves. The word "Vibhuthi" means limestone. The water in this falls comes past limestone rocks near Yana. So it is called "Vibhuthi Falls".
To reach this waterfall you have to trek for some 15-20 minutes from the entry barrier.
YANA
Hirekolale Lake
Vibhooti Waterfalls
Yana is known for the unusual karst rock formations.
It is located in the Sahyadri mountain range of the Western Ghats, about 40 kilometers from Sirsi, and 31 kilometers from Kumta.
Yana is famous for the two massive rock outcrops known as the Bhairaveshwara Shikhara and the Mohini Shikhara.
It is surrounded by thick forests and streams.
Hirekolale Lake
Hirekolale Lake
Hirekolale Lake
Hirekolale Lake is the beautiful man-made lake, located proximately 10 km from Chikmagalur and about 50 km from Kemmangundi. It is present at the foothills of Mullayanagiri Hills. The huge mountains of the western ghats surrounding the lake. Best Place to visit during Sunset.
Jhari Waterfalls
Hirekolale Lake
Hirekolale Lake
Jhari Waterfalls, also known as the Buttermilk Falls, is situated near Attigundi at a distance of and 23 km from Chikmagalur, and 12 km from Baba Budangiri. It is one of the most famous waterfalls in the Chikmagalur district and one of the best tourist places. This mesmerizing falls surrounded by dense forest and coffee plantations are created by the springs which originate in the mountains. The falls is 4km from parking. One must get a Jeep ride down the hill as it is a steep and rugged road, down through private coffee plantations. Visitors cannot take their vehicles due to the bad condition of the roads.
Sirimane Waterfalls
Sirimane Waterfalls
Sirimane Waterfalls
Sirimane Falls is located at a distance of 5km from Kigga and 15km Sringeri. An entry fee is collected to maintain the walkways and viewpoints. WaterFalls is much more accessible and enjoyable. It's a beautiful place to visit throughout the year.
Chaturmukha Basadi
Sirimane Waterfalls
Sirimane Waterfalls
Chaturmukha Basadi is a uniform Jain temple situated in Karkala. The Chaturmukha Basadi was built in the late 16th century by Immadi Bhairarasa Vodeya of the Santara dynasty in 1586. The temple gets its name from its unique architectural plan wherein the temple is open from all sides.
Bheemeshwara Temple, Waterfalls
Bheemeshwara Temple, Waterfalls
Bheemeshwara Temple, Waterfalls
Bheemeshwara is an ancient, beautiful historical temple. This place is suitable for medium-level trekking. It is proximately 60km from Siddapur and 70km from Sagar. This temple located 5kms from the Kogar-Bhatkal road. Bheemeshwara has no signboards to get the lead on the way, which makes it difficult for tourists to reach the place. According to the tale, Shiva Linga was established by Bheema of Pandavas during his Agnaatavasa to honor this deed a temple was built here for his name which is the Bheemeswara Temple.
Dabbe Waterfalls
Bheemeshwara Temple, Waterfalls
Bheemeshwara Temple, Waterfalls
Dabbe falls is happiness for nature lovers, which is located in a place named Dabbe near Hosagadde in Sagar taluk. It is proximately 35 km from Sagar, In between Sagar to Bhatkal route. One of the best places to visit in monsoon. Stretch towards the falls is surrounded by greenery, very challenging trails in dense forest as it's very steep and slippery. Branches, roots of trees, and rock are the only support. At some point, one has to climb up and down with the help of ropes on the steep trek.
Devaramane
Bandekal Gudda
Kaavikal Mata
Devaramane is one of the less popular places near Chikmagalur. It is located at a distance of 52kms from Chikmagalur, 22kms from Mudigiri.
Bhairaveshwara
Kaavikal Mata
Bandekal Gudda
Kaavikal Mata
Kaavikal Mata is one of the less-visited places. It is located at a distance of approx 40kms from Chikmagalur. The way to reach that place is a bit adventurous.
Bandekal Gudda
Bandekal Gudda
Jomlu Theertha Waterfalls
It is an interesting trekking place, which is located at a distance of 27kms from Chikmagalur. A steep off-road track, Surrounded by coffee plants leads us to the Bandekallu rock.
Jomlu Theertha Waterfalls
Jomlu Theertha Waterfalls
Jomlu Theertha Waterfalls
Jomlu Theertha is a small waterfall which is located on Brahmavar- Hebri road and 40kms from Udupi.
This waterfall was created by River Seethanadi. Best place for the one who wants to spend some quality time with the nature.
Malpe Beach
Jomlu Theertha Waterfalls
Hogarkhan Hills
Malpe Beach Viewpoint is located at a distance of 6kms from Udupi. Best place to visit at sunset.
Hogarkhan Hills
Jomlu Theertha Waterfalls
Hogarkhan Hills
Hogarkhan Hills is located at a distance of 25kms from Kadur and 2kms from Lingadahalli.
There's an old temple named "Sri Siddeshwara Swamy".
Kumara Parvatha
Starting Point
Perfect Sunset View!
Starting Point
This is the starting point for trekking. It's at a distance of about 2km from kukke Subramanya bus stop. One can either walk or take an auto to reach this point. It's better to take an auto if you can save your energy for actual trekking.
Our Day 1 plan was to reach Battru mane which is about 5km away from the starting point. And here we started exactly at 3.45 pm!
Hard trail!!!
Perfect Sunset View!
Starting Point
We started our journey with lots of energy and enthusiasm. It's one of the hard and inclined trails.
And it's always good to carry sufficient water and energy boosters (Electral powder) to stay hydrated!!
Perfect Sunset View!
Perfect Sunset View!
Perfect Sunset View!
Since our joinery began late afternoon, we were able to witness mesmerizing sunset - just wow!!
Our Camp !!!
Day-2 Target to Reach Peak
Perfect Sunset View!
No one is allowed to camp at the peak but the facility is provided to camp near battru mane as well as near the forest checkpoint (we do get camping gears). It almost took 3 hours for us to complete our first-day target. Prior permission by the forest department should be taken to start the trek from battru mane so we informed to prepare food for us in battru mane as it's the only place where we get food over there and went to check post to get camping permission from the forest department. Once we got the permission, we assembled our tent, dumped all our luggage inside it with no safety at all with the risk of being self-responsible for all our belongings. Then we headed to battru mane to freshen up and have dinner. It was an overwhelming night,... Dark all around, cool breeze, and the whole sky lit with stars!! Just an amazing experience far from the city!!
Day-2 Target to Reach Peak
Day-2 Target to Reach Peak
Day-2 Target to Reach Peak
With proper good rest, we started our day. Need to inform in Battra mane to prepare breakfast, if leaving early morning. We had our breakfast and started from there @ 8:00 am. And it's not allowed to carry anything except required stuff ( Water, Energy boosters). We wanted to reach back to Battra Mane for lunch, So planned accordingly. It's around 7kms from the Battara mane to reach the peak. It was not so easy as its a sunny day.
Trail!!
Day-2 Target to Reach Peak
Day-2 Target to Reach Peak
For certain kilometers till Kallu Mantapa, the trekking level is easy and moderate. Can able to cross those trails in a short time.
Tired US!!
Difficult Level - 1 (Day 2)
Kallu Mantapa
Can able to see the trail. As we found shadow, we rested for a few minutes and continued towards the peak.
Kallu Mantapa
Difficult Level - 1 (Day 2)
Kallu Mantapa
Reached Kallu Mantapa.
As it's a sunny day, the temperature increases and it's becoming difficult. With a few minutes of rest, we started again.
Difficult Level - 1 (Day 2)
Difficult Level - 1 (Day 2)
Difficult Level - 1 (Day 2)
After crossing Kallu mantapa, the Trekking level also changes from moderate to difficult. As we can see the picture it's getting hard and hard to trek.
Difficult Level - 2 (Day 2)
Difficult Level - 2 (Day 2)
Difficult Level - 1 (Day 2)
In the Rainy season, it is not allowed to cross all this due to water flowing.
Difficult Level - 3 (Day 2)
Difficult Level - 2 (Day 2)
Difficult Level - 3 (Day 2)
It was challenging to climb this huge rock to move forward.
Finally!! - Peak
Difficult Level - 2 (Day 2)
Difficult Level - 3 (Day 2)
It was 11:20 am, we reached the peak. Happy faces. And yes, we did it. Perfectly executed and Successfully achieved.
Proud felt moment..
Proud felt moment..
Proud felt moment..
Hoisted our National flag and Karnataka flag...
Enjoyed our time on peak. As per the plan we supposed to reach back Battra mane for lunch. So we started with the same trails.
2 ways !!!
Proud felt moment..
Proud felt moment..
It's two different ways to reach the peak.
Route 1:- From Kukke Subramanya.
Route 2:- From Somvarpet.
We choose to trek from Subramanya and it's towards Left as we can see on that pic. And around 12:00 PM we started towards the camp.
View - 1
Proud felt moment..
View - 1
We didn't take many pictures when we are towards the peak. Spend some time while we are heading back.
The tip view is just an amazing experience.
View -2
Plan Successful!!
View - 1
Lost myself in nature...
Speechless moment...
Plan Successful!!
Plan Successful!!
Plan Successful!!
We managed to reach Battara mane by 2:45 pm and finished lunch...
with some rest, we packed our camp and everything, headed back to Kukke Subramanya. Around 7:00 pm we reached the base and continued towards our next plans...
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