Places To Visit in Madikeri

Madikeri is one of the most highly tourist-friendly hills stations that’s covered with great smokey mountains, lush greenery, ropeway valleys, waterfalls, picturesque sceneries, flora and fauna, museum, temples, and forts. It is located in the state Tamil Nadu, and the capital of Coorg. This destination is a favorite amongst adventure seekers, honeymooners, history lovers, and nature lovers. The place is famous for breathtaking views, an array of spectacular sights and amidst of coffee plantation.

Madikeri Tourist Places

If you like to down in history, escape oneself in the endless grasslands, track on the hills, or to visit pilgrimage spots, this place is a delight soul for all types of tourists and every corner of this hill station has something for everyone. Still, you have a doubt about this place, never mind, here we have listed the best places to visit on Madikeri, that definitely encourage you to this destination in your holiday diary.

1. Raja’s Seat

   

   This garden is one of the most popular tourist spots. The reason behind why it is Raja’s seat because it is the place where the Kings of Coorg relax and enjoy the beautiful scenic beauty around. The best time to visit this garden is evening and the morning because sunset and sunrise offer a mesmerizing view which is worth to capture in your lens. If you are a nature and photography lover than this place must go.

2. Omkareshwara Temple

   

   This temple was constructed by Lingajdendra in Indo Saracenic style and dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is one such Hindu temple in India which depicting both Islamic and Gothic architecture. The major attraction of this temple is a water tank where you can see the inverted image of this temple and pray here is considered an important activity.

3. Abbey Falls

   
   Abbey waterfall is one of the most prominent sightseeing places in Madikeri. Indeed, when it’s come to waterfalls, it’s all about the color of water and surrounding beauty, and this waterfall combines these things in a way that’s you can’t compare with any other waterfalls in India. As these features aren’t enough, you can enjoy the falls from various spots, and there is always a different way to experience.

4. Talacauvery Bhagamandela

   
   A trip to Madekri never completes, if you don’t go to Talacauvery&Bhagamandela. It is the birthplace of River Cauvery and is 48 km away from Madikeri hill station. Talacauvery is situated at an altitude of 2000 meters above the sea level in the Brahmagri range, there is a small pond where devotees dip in the water to purge themselves from all negative influence. Bhagamandela is the place where you see the confluence of many rivers which is known as Triveni Sangam. The temple was constructed in Kerala style, and each sculpture tells different stories.

5. Golden Temple, Bylekuppe

   
   At a distance 34 km from Madikeri, the Bylekuppe is the second largest Tibetans settlement in India. This place is the calm and majestic spot, surrounded by the positivity of Golden Buddha monastery. The architecture of this temple is totally unique, there’s no same substitute for this temple. Along with the temples, there are many restaurants that serve Tibetan food.

6. Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary

   
   There are many interesting places to visit in Madikeri, but Pushpagiri wildlife sanctuary is the major tourist attraction. Encompassed by the semi-evergreen trees, and animal species this tourist spot is perfect for wildlife and nature lovers. This wildlife sanctuary situated 1700 meters above the sea level, so it gives an ultimate picturesque view to the visitors. Hence, it is the hub for wildlife and nature explores and people who love photography.

7. Irrupu falls

   
   One of the most beautiful waterfalls cascading along the Brahmagiri Mountain Range. It just not known for its modestly seized stream, lush greenery, but because of its religious importance. As the water will continuously flow throughout the year, but the best time to visit the waterfalls is during monsoon because this time they are at full capacity.

8. Madikeri Fort

   
   Like other places, Madikeri fort is also one of the iconic sites in Coorg. With the original mud, this fort was built by Tipu Sultan. Inside the fort, you can discover many other buildings such as Mahatma Gandhi Public Library, the Church, in Gothic style, museum, temples, and a district prison.