Chikmagalur
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Chikmagalur is a city in Karnataka. It is known for its coffee plantations and Bababudan Giri ranges.
[edit] Understand
[edit] Get in
[edit] By air
Nearest Airport is Mangalore airport which is 170 km from Chikmagalur. Bangalore airport is 250 km away.
[edit] By train
Chikmagalur is not reachable by train from other Indian cities. However Kadur has the closest railway station which is 40km from Chikmagalur. For train timings and on-line reservations (within India) visit the Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation's website [1].
[edit] By bus
There are buses every 30 minutes from Bangalore. During the weekends these buses run full and getting a ticket can be a bit of a problem unless you book them in advance. KSRTC (Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation) buses are comfortable especially the Rajahamsa (Luxury) buses.
[edit] By car
You can reach Chikmagalur by road from Bangalore. The fastest route is via Hassan which is on NH 48. Now road is good from hassan to chickmagalur.
[edit] Get around
[edit] By autorickshaw
Drivers don't go by meters. They fix a charge for the place you want to go; bargaining is upto you. The more your attire and luggage announce that you are a tourist the greater the chance of drivers ripping you off.
[edit] By taxi
Tourist Cabs are the best choice in case you want to tour the city all day or visit nearby places like Kemmannagundi etc. Costs closer to about Rs. 10 per kilometer
[edit][add listing] See
Chikmagalur is surrounded by Scenic places. Don't miss Giridarshini a small hill station just 6 km from the city in the Mangalore road. The view of the city can be obtained from the top of Mahatma Gandhi Park (also called Rathnagiri hill).
The way from Kaimara to Kemmannugundi is actually a heaven. If you can somehow manage to travel on the top of a vehicle, then it will be a never forgettable event in your life. The beautiful locations in this area include Mullayyanagiri, the highest point in south karnataka, Bababudangiri which is of late very famous for all wrong reasons, Kemmannugundi, Devirammanabetta, Manikyadhaara and so on. In order to see Hebbe falls, you have to take a deviation near Kaimara. If you are adventurous you can climb the moumtains or camp on one of the peaks. There are no shops or hotels once you cross Kaimara. So you should be accomplished with your own food and water. You can find hotels only in Kemmannugundi.
Towards Balehonnur and Sringeri, the coffee plantations open up to great you. The curvy roads give you some special experience. Kudremukh is also a hillstation nearby. Agumbe is 3 hours drive from Chikmagalur.
The other places nearby are Malayamarutha which is 50 km from Chikmagalur is a famous outing spot. Hirekolale pond is also a place for outing for a day. If you like water, then you should visit Rameshwaram which is a big pond 6 km away from the city.
[edit][add listing] Do
[edit] Learn
Playing cards...Rummy, theen patha (a traditional game of cards), ander bahar, strikes etc..
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[edit] ATMs
Various Banks like State bank of Mysore, State bank of India, Canara bank,corporation bank provide ATM in the city.
Be aware that your bank might charge you a nominal amount for using an out of network ATM.
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[edit] Budget
Hotel Kamat, Indira Gandhi Road, Malnad paradise,IG Road.Raj Mahal Hotel.IG Road,
[edit] Mid-range
Hotel Soundarya Residency and Hotel Soundarya Deluxe which are situated in Indira Gandhi road, very near to the bus stand are good restaurants. Hotel Mayura Deluxe on Mahatma Gandhi road is also a decent restaurant.
Town Canteen, Ratnagiri Road, Opposite DACG Polytechnic Do not miss the Masala Dosa. One of the famous joints for them, they may beat even Vidyarthi bhavan of Bangalore. Avoid extra butter!!!
[edit] Splurge
Hotel Taj garden Retreat , it is right on the foothills of sahyadri range with a scenic beauty. Surrounded by mountains and lush green flora.
[edit] Budget
Hotel Taj-MG road,
Hotel King-MG road
[edit] Mid-range
Planters Court
[edit] Splurge
Taj Garden Retreat
Eagle Eye Resorts
Silent Valley Resorts
Serai spa and resorts.( priced between USD$170 to USD$500)
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Budget
Prakash Lodge., Near KSRTC Bus Stand,
Mid-range
Splurge
[edit] Contact
[edit] Stay safe
Cool place to stay. Life is easy. No busy. No traffic jam.
[edit] Stay healthy
[edit] Hospitals
Dr Lakke Gowda, Prabhat Clinic on MG Road. Dr vinay Gowda,Bashwashwara clinic IG Road
[edit] Pharmacies
[edit] Cope
[edit] Beauty parlors & hair salons
Fantasy on IG Road equals any state of the art saloons across the major cities
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[edit] Laundry
[edit] Shoe repair
[edit] Post & telegraphs
You have post offices in Basavanahalli, Vijayapura, MG Road & General post office at the end of MG road.
[edit] Get out
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