Karnataka - A land of fragrance, has all the ingredients for a great holiday.It reminds of the enchanting perfume of sandal and agarbattis, the aroma of fresh raosted coffee beans, the heady fragrance of the 'Mysore Mallige'. A relaxed length on the Arabian Sea coast, its dotted with some of the breathtaking beaches. There is a veritable feast on offer for enthusiastic holidaymakers. Right from the Karwar Malpe, the majestic rocky landscapes of the Deccan plateau, the thick lush green tropical forests of Nagarhole and Bandipur, along with an unimaginable variety of rare flora and fauna, the terraced coffee plantations of Chikmagalur and Coorg, the richly carved temples of Belur and Halebid, the grand palaces and mahals wth ornate interiors, eloquent ruins that pay testimony to an illustrious past, impregnable forts that have been witnesses to many a glory battles, monlithic statues, awe inspiring waterfalls, elaborate churches, mosques and tombs....the list goes on. Karnataka - a whole world of enchantment capsuled in one single state in Southern India, provides an extra ordinary experience for all kinds of tourists. It represents almost all the charms of India. Karnataka's art, culture and architecture reflects the creative influences of its five neighbouring states.
Karnataka is a state of charming contrasts where south and north most truely meet. The open plateau inlands of the Ghats have witnessed a constant succession of influences from the north.Its northern districts saw the rise of architectural styles, which shaped the distinctive traditions of Chalukyan and Hoysala temples seen at sites around Pattadakal, Belur and Halebid along with the Vijayanagara's Kingdom of Hampi. Islam too spread its powerful influence to the southernmost towns and cities leaving its own trove of Muslim architectural treasures. The state offers a terrific balance of natural attractions and magnificent historical architecture. It appaeals equally to temple lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, trekkers and beach bums, yet Karnataka receives few travellers as compared to Goa, Kerala and Tamilnadu. It consists of a narrow coastal strip backed by the monson drenched western ghats and a drier, cooler interior plateau that turns semi - arid in the far north. the capital boom town Bangalore - is a centre of India's software and technology industries and is one of Asia's fastest growing cities. Bangalore - the capital city is the gateway to the wonders of this enchanting land. The Garden City presents a beautiful example of a rich past co-existing with a vibrant future.
Shopping in Bangalore is a tourist's dream come true with shop after shop displaying shimmering silks and exquisite handicrafts, beautifully designed ethnic jewellery in gold and silver. The cuisine includes specialities like Pandhi curry (Pork curry), Kadambuttu (Rice dumplings), Koli Curry (Chicken curry), Nool Puttu (Rice noodles), Bembla curry (Bamboo Shoot Curry), Votti (Rice roti), Patholi (Sweetend coconut filled rice dumplings made in fragrant leaves), Nutli (rice dumplings), Valcha Bhaji (green vegetable), Kori roti(rice chappati dried in sun), Pathrade( mixture of rice and vegetable cubes). The warm, freindly and open minded people, for whom hospitality is a life style, are proud of thier heritage and make the best of their location. A holiday in Karnataka is culturally enriching. The colourful folk dances and art forms, the age old traditions and rituals, the literature and the music substantiate its claim to be The showcase Of South India.Come....and you will be pleasantly surprised!!
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