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KARNATKA Extending over 192000 sq. Km on the Western half of the Deccan Plateau bounded by Andhra Pradesh in the east, Ma harashtra in the north and Tamil Nadu/Kerala on the south; Karnatka emerge through the mists of antiquity. The historian is thrilled by the array of dynasties that marched their armies to battle and ruled over this land. It is here the skilled artists have treated stone like ivory and executed filigree work of great finesse.
Karnataka popularly known for Carnatic Music through out th
e World has given much more to the World than Carnatic Music, a unique form of Classical Music patroned by many across the continents.
The state offers every kind of travel attraction and holds appeal to a diverse array of tourists. It is among the world’s most ancient civilisations and is home to two World Heritage Sites – Hampi and Pattadakal. In terms of natural attractions, 22 percent of the state’s land area is made up of forests; Karnataka is home to Jog Falls - Asia’s highest waterfall.
Touristic Places in Karnataka
Bangalore
Mysore
Mangalore
Hassan
Hampi
Sravanbelgola
Badami
Bandipur
Gulbarga
Nagerhole
Nrityagram
Bijapur
Jog Falls
Mercara
Shimoga
The temples at Belur & Halebid are the masterpiece of most artistically exuberant periods of Hindu culture development. The city Palace of Mysore, the Brindavan Gardens, well laid out garden city of Bangalore, the wildlife sanctuaries at Nagerhole and Bandipur and rich spices and coffee plantation areas are many other attractions. |
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