From Wikitravel

Kudremukh National Park is in Chikmagalur (district) in Karnataka.

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The park consists of 600 km² of undulating mountains and tropical wet evergreen forest. It began its existence as a Reserved Forest in 1916, and was designated a national park in 1987. Kudremukh means 'horse head', and is in reference to the appearance of a mountain peak located within the park. Kudremukh (Kannada: ಕುದುರೆಮುಖ) also spelled Kuduremukha is a mountain range in Chikkamagaluru district, in Karnataka, India. It is also the name of a small hill station town situated near the mountain, about 48 kilometers from Karkala and about 20 kilometers from Kalasa. The name Kuduremukha (as it is known by the natives) literally means 'horse-face' (in the local language Kannada) and refers to a particular picturesque view of a side of the mountain that resembles the same. It was also referred to as 'Samseparvata', historically since it was approached from Samse village.

The town of Kudremukh is primarily an iron ore mining town where the government run Public Sector Kudremukh Iron Ore Company Ltd. (KIOCL) operated till the last decade. It is noted for its scenic beauty. Owing to the dense forests, sighting wildlife can be challenging, though the area is rich in wildlife. Nonetheless the drive through the forest ranges can be enchanting and exhilarating. Three important rivers, the Tunga, the Bhadra and the Nethravathi are said to have their origin here. A shrine of goddess Bhagavathi and a Varaha image, 1.8 m within a cave are the main attractions.

The Tunga river and Bhadra river flow freely through the parklands. Kadambi waterfalls area definite point of interest for anyone who travels to the spot. The animals found there include the malabar civet, wild dogs, sloth bear and spotted deer.

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Refer to the following link on wikipedia.org. [1]

[edit] Flora and fauna

• malabar civet cats, wild dogs, sloth, and spotted deer.

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March to May - Temperature around 23°c to 25°C. (Summer Season) June to October - Heavy Rains. Not at all the time to visit Kudremukh. (Rainy Season) November to February - Temperature around 19°c to 25°C. Best time to visit Kudremukh. (Spring season)

[edit] Get in

The best way to get in is by Bus either by KSRTC [2] or by Private bus service [3] from Bangalore. They operate every night.

There are no direct bus service by KSRTC from Bangalore to Kudremukh. The Journey needs to to divided in to two parts, any one as mentioned below Bangalore - Mangalore - Kudremukh. Bangalore - Karkala - Kudremukh. Bangalore - Kalasa - Kudremukh.

Sugama Travels have direct overnight bus service from Bangalore to Kudremukh. Book your tickets one day in advance over phone at +918026918896.

There are no trains to Kudremukh.

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[edit] Get around

The best way is to use the local transport available every 30 minutes or hire a taxi available at the bus stand. The taxi drivers are very well versed with the beautiful places around.

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Beautiful landscapes.

Water Falls : Kadambi Water Falls, Hanmangundi Water Falls.

Natural Swimming Pools : Green Spot, MedCamp Pool.

River Originating : Varaha Thiratha, Ganga Molla.

Nature Resort: Provided by the Forest department.

Estate : Coffee estate, Tea estate on teh route to Kalasa.

Lakya Dam.

First Bridge, Second Bridge

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You can buy the freshly made best quality Tea and Coffee powder. If you are lucky you could even get best quality spices for very less price.

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[edit] Stay safe

kudremukh national park is one of the most beautiful parks in the world.Many instructions are laid down by the authority, 
so read the instructions before travelling in the national park.

Take the permission from the Forest Range office for a small amount of fee before going around in Kudremukh. The Forest Range Office is situated opposite to the Kudremukh Police Station.

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