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known hill stations. Each has its own unique charm; take
your pick from sandalwood forests, coffee plantations, trekking
trails, waterfalls, and wildlife. Nestled in the Western
Ghats, these hill stations present spectacular views of
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Coorg
Madikeri is the picturesque capital of Kodagu (also
called Coorg,) the land of coffee, cardamom, colonels,
and the Cauvery.
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Agumbe
If you enjoy spectacular sunsets, sparkling streams,
verdant village vistas, and an unspoilt rustic ambience,
Agumbe is the place for you. Situated at an elevation
of 826m in Shimoga district.
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Kemmangundi
The picturesque hill station of Kemmangundi is located
at a height of 1434m above sea level. This was the
summer retreat of Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV.
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Kundadri
Located on Theerthahalli-Agumbe road, about 12km from
Theerthahalli, Kundadri Hill is a gigantic monolithic
rock formation. Surrounded by dense evergreen forests,
it is a lovely place for trekking.
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Kodachadri
Situated 100km from Shimoga and 36km from Hosanagara
is this enchanting mountain which overlooks the vast
Western Ghats. Kodachadri is famed for its glorious
sunrises and sunsets.
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R Hills
Lose yourself in these ancient hills, which take their
name from the Ranganatha Swamy Temple that sits at
the edge of a granite precipice with a drop of more
than 1000ft. into a dense forest.
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Nandi
Hills
This popular weekend getaway is just 60km from Bangalore.
The bracing air and serene environs of Nandi Hills,
perched at a height of 1455m above sea level, provided
Tipu Sultan and the British with an idyllic summer
retreat.
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Chikmagalur
Nestled in the Baba Budan hills, Chikmagalur is a
calm, serene town full of surprises with hills, valleys,
streams and coffee plantations. Coffee seed was planted
here for the first time in India.
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