Coorg Tour from Kolkata-11 Best things to do in Coorg

Coorg Tour from Kolkata-11 Best things to do in Coorg

Coorg, officially called Kodagu, is the most sought after and popular hill station of Karnataka. Lying serenely amidst high mountains, Coorg’s landscape stays misty throughout the year. Madikeri is the district headquarters. At an altitude of 1525 meters on Western Ghats, it is also known as the Scotland of India. Looking for Coorg Tour Package from Kolkata, call us for best deal.

At a distance of 265 km from Bangalore, 117 km from Mysore, 132 km from Mangalore, 322 km from Coimbatore & 362 km from Kochi, Coorg or Kodagu is a district in Karnataka.Coorg is the largest producer of Coffee in India. Also, it is one of the places with highest rainfall in India. The Kodagu district comprises different communities like Kodava, Tulu, Gowda and Moplah out of which the largest is the Kodava community, both economically and politically. The economy depends on agriculture, coffee plantations, forestry and tourism.

Best time to visit in Coorg/ Madikeri

Coorg is located in the Western Ghats. Coorg is a part of the Tropics and thus the weather of Coorg is Tropical Monsoon Climate.

The wintertime in Coorg is chilly, but quite pleasant. During the months of December through February, the temperatures have been know to fall as low as 8 to 10°C.

During the summertime in Coorg, the temperatures generally go  high as 35°C and drop to a low of 20 to 15°C in the evenings and nights.

Monsoons, however – are the forerunner to splendid greenery. The onset of the monsoon season is in June, when the entire town blooms with all of its vivaciousness and vehemence.

Must Buys/ Shopping in Coorg-

Bestowed with the beauty of misty hills, sandalwood forests, lush teakwood and acres of coffee and tea plantations, Coorg is one of the most coveted hill stations in India.

• Coffee-The organic unadulterated coffee grown in Coorg,Robusta and Arabica are also grown here. You can find freshly ground coffee easily at the local markets.
• Spices & Dry Fruits-Coorg is known for growing organic signature spices such cardamom, pepper, vanilla, cumin, basil, oregano, star anise, rosemary, thyme, sage and nutmeg, which you can buy in bulk to your heart’s content. Dry fruits like raisins, cashews and figs are also famous in Coorg. Visit the Friday Market at Madikeri and you are all sorted.
• Handmade Chocolates-Homemade chocolates of Coorg can make a great souvenir. Choci Coorg in Madikeri is a great place to find a variety of homemade local chocolates.
• Homemade Wine-Kodagu or Coorg local made wine is a big success amongst tourists. The wine here is not just made from grapes and gooseberries but ginger, betel leaves, banana, pineapple and passion fruits also serve as ingredients. Sugar-free wine is available as well.

How to Reach Coorg/ Madikeri-

• By Air-Nearest Airport:  Mangalore Airport (146 Kms), Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport is 280 km from Madikeri,Coorg.
• By Train-Nearest Train Station:  Mysore Junction (117 Kms) Mangalore Central Railway Station (131 Kms)
• By Road-At a distance of 265 km from Bangalore,117 km from Mysore, 132 km from Mangalore, 322 km from Coimbatore & 362 km from Kochi.

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