Karnataka - The Capital of Agarbathi (Incense Sticks)
Karnataka, a South Indian state, is enclosed by the Arabian Sea on the west, sharing boarders with Goa, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The state is among the major industrialized states in the country. It produces 90% of India's gold, around 60% of its coffee and a significant amount of raw silk and sandalwood goods. The geography of the state is divided in three major regions � the coastal plains adjoining the sea, the Western Ghats parallel to the coastline and the national plains of the Deccan Plateau.
The state capital Bangalore is the major city of the state and the IT hub of India. It houses more than 50% of India�s total software companies. Referred as the Silicon Valley of India, Bangalore is also one of the most glamorous cities in India with its pubs and grounds. Mysore, situated south of Bangalore is the former capital of the Wodeyar kings. It celebrates Dussehra with caparisoned-elephant processions and full pomp and show in October or November.
The state capital Bangalore is the major city of the state and the IT hub of India. It houses more than 50% of India�s total software companies. Referred as the Silicon Valley of India, Bangalore is also one of the most glamorous cities in India with its pubs and grounds. Mysore, situated south of Bangalore is the former capital of the Wodeyar kings. It celebrates Dussehra with caparisoned-elephant processions and full pomp and show in October or November.
How to Reach
- Air: Karnataka�s main airport is the Bangalore Airport, well connected to the rest of India. The domestic Bajpe airport at Mangalore is linked to Mumbai, Chennai and Bangalore.
- Rail:Bangalore is well connected to all parts of the country by rail. Other major cities like Mysore and Mangalore also receive some traffic from outside the state.
- Road:The state is well linked by road to the neighboring states of Maharashtra and Goa, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
Best Time to Visit
- Winter stays here between January and February.
- It faces summer from March to May. The months April and May are scorching very hot and dry, making the weather harsh during June with high humidity.
- Monsoon remains between June to September.
The best time for Visit Karnataka is from October to March. This is the post-monsoon and winter seasons when the temperature remains pleasant in the state.
Major Destinations in Karnataka
- Bangalore : Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka, is a modern-day, fast growing and prosperous place, being a hub for Indian IT industry.
- Hampi: : Among the country�s top historical destinations, the negligent village of Hampi was once the last capital of Vijayanagar, one of the greatest Hindu empires in the history of India.
- Coorg : The Kodagu region or Coorg is a very gorgeous and arresting mountainous region in southern Karnataka, near Bangalore and Mysore.
- Mysore : Mysore is a beautiful destination having a striking royal heritage including majestic Mysore Palace.
- Nagahole National Park : Nagarhole National Park in Karnataka, among the top national parks in India, is a marvelous place to make you observe elephants in their natural habitat.
- Gokarna : A small and remote holy town Gokarna in Karnataka possesses some of the best Indian beaches, pulling both pilgrims and leisure travelers with equal zeal.
Other important places in Karnataka are lined up below:
- Belgaum
- Bellary
- Bidar
- Bijapur
- Chamarajnagar
- Chikmagalur
- Chitradurga
- Dakshina Kannada
- Dharwad
- Gulbarga
- Hassan
- Mandya
- Raichur
- Shimoga
- Udupi
- Uttara Kannada
Fairs and Festivals
Fairs and Festivals in Karnataka are celebrated with unique charm. The culture of the state is vivid, and is reflected sharply in its fairs and festivals. The major Karnataka fairs and festivals are listed below:- Sri Vithappa Fair
- The Godachi Fair
- Shri Yellamma Devi Fair
- Banashankari Devi Fair
- Rajyotsava Day
- Dussehra
- Yugadi
- Karaga