Perched high in the Baba Budan Giri range of Chikkamagaluru district, Kemmangundi (also called Kemmannugundi, and known officially as Sri Krishnarajendra Hill Station) is a serene hill station famed for its lush shola forests, roaring cascades, and dramatic valley views. Situated at an elevation of 1,434 meters (4,705 feet) above sea level in Tarikere taluk — with the surrounding peak rising to about 1,863 meters — this scenic retreat was established as a royal summer sanctuary for Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV of Mysore. Today, it offers an ideal escape for trekkers, nature lovers, and travelers seeking to experience Karnataka's pristine Western Ghats wilderness. History Kemmangundi lies in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, a region historically governed by the ancient Kadamba dynasty, followed by the Hoysalas, the Vijayanagara Empire, and e...
Tourist Places Near Bangalore
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