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1. Mandya - The Land of Sugar May 04, 2012 Mandya is an administrative district found in southern part of Karnataka, close to the Deccan Plateau. Mandya, commonly called ‘the Land of Sugar or ‘the Sugar City’, is a popular tourist spot in the South India. As per folklore, Mandya, formerly known by the names of ‘Vedaranya’ and also ‘Vishnupura’, had been later on known as following the Sage Mandavya, which had performed penance on the land. Mandya ended up being ruled by various dynasties like Gangas, Cholas and also the Hoysalas. Formed within the 12 months 1939, Mandya ended up being an integral element of Mysore District in its ini... (read more) Author: rashmi sinha

2. Tour to Mysore to Discover Its Regal Realm April 18, 2012 Welcome to Mysore – the culturally and historically rich city of Karnataka! A land of palaces, lovely gardens, ornate temples and mesmerizing historical monuments, Mysore is nestled at the bottom of Chamundi Hil, about 139km from Bangalore, and a must-visit destination of Karnataka. The city is enriched by both natural beauty and wealthy past. It has seen rise and falls if many great dynasties including Gangas, hoysalas and the emperors of Vijay Nagar, evidences of that are still visible here. To understand the fascinating history of Mysore, don’t miss to visit its gorgeous historical ... (read more) Author: Ajay Kumar

3. Shimoga Tourism in Karnataka April 02, 2012 Shimoga is a busy city in the central part of the state of Karnataka. It lies on the banks of the Tunga River.The name of the city is derived from the term Shiva-Mukha, meaning Face of Shiva. It was ruled by many dynasties from third century B.C. to till seventeenth centuryA.D. The Ashoka, the Kadambas Chalukyas , Gangas, Rashtrakutas , Hoysalas , and the Vijayanagara had ruled in Shimoga. From the late 17th century onwards, the city had become a part of the Kingdom of Mysore until the independence of India in 1947, when Mysore merged into the Republic of India. On 1 November 2006... (read more) Author: Andrew Michel

4. Virajpet - The actual Property associated with Espresso March 22, 2012 Located in the actual area associated with Coorg within the condition associated with Karnataka, Virajpet is really a little city well-known with regard to espresso plantations. Virajpet, a good abbreviation associated with Virajendrapete, is known as following the leader Virarajendra that dominated the region. Virajpet draws in vacationers using its panoramic elegance and also the greenery associated with it's espresso as well as piquancy plantations. Besides espresso as well as spices or herbs, the actual taluk associated with Virajpet may be the biggest maker associated with sweetie within ... (read more) Author: mathan mohan

5. Virajpet - The Land of Coffee March 22, 2012 Situated in the district of Coorg in the state of Karnataka, Virajpet is a small town famous for coffee plantations. Virajpet, an abbreviation of Virajendrapete, is named after the ruler Virarajendra who ruled the area. Virajpet attracts tourists with its scenic beauty and the greenery of its coffee and spice plantations. Other than coffee and spices, the taluk of Virajpet is the largest producer of honey in Asia. The Gangas, the Kadambas, the Hoysalas, the Rastrakutas, the Chalukyas, the Cholas, and the Vijaynagar Rayas are the dynasties who ruled the place. The region of the Virajpet w... (read more) Author: mathan mohan

6. Hassan - The Ancient Temple Town March 21, 2012 Known for the ancient history and architectural beauty of the town, Hassan is the district headquarters of the Hassan district situated in the state of Karnataka. The name Hassan is derived after the goddess Hassanamba who is the main deity in a temple here. Situated along the Bangalore-Mangalore highway, the city of Hassan is famous for its unique temple architecture. Founded in the 11th century by Channa Krishnappa Naik, the city of Hassan has become a tourist destination. The city spreads over an area of 6814 sq km and the earlier rulers of Hassan were the Hoysalas during eleventh to fourte... (read more) Author: mathan mohan

7. Sakleshpur - The actual enchanting home March 20, 2012 Sakleshpur is often a appealing town inside the Hassan region related to Karnataka. Situated over the advantage related to Bayaluseemae in addition to Malnad, this particular is probably the most favored downward slope stations inside the situation. Sakleshpur might be beneath the guide of various dynasties like the Chalukyas, Hoysalas as well as the Mysore nobleman. The building blocks in the name Sakleshpur dates back for the Hoysala guide, exactly where time period the actual Shivalingam have been found in the region in the broken kind. The particular shivalingam has been around since ... (read more) Author: afya khan

8. Sakleshpur - The magical property March 16, 2012 Sakleshpur is really a attractive city within the Hassan area associated with Karnataka. Located across the edge associated with Bayaluseemae as well as Malnad, this is among the most widely used slope channels within the condition. Sakleshpur may be underneath the guideline of numerous dynasties such as the Chalukyas, Hoysalas and also the Mysore nobleman. The foundation from the title Sakleshpur goes back towards the Hoysala guideline, where period the Shivalingam had been discovered in the area inside a damaged type. The actual shivalingam came into existence referred to as ‘Shakaleshw... (read more) Author: afya khan

9. Coorg - The Java Dish of India March 12, 2012 Coorg, also known as Kodagu, is a wonderful place placed among the European Ghats in the the southeast part of region Native indian condition of Karnataka. Based at Madikeri, Coorg is well-known for its charming areas, along with its liven and occasional farms. Situated in southeast Karnataka, Coorg is propagate over an area of 4102 rectangle miles among the European Ghats. Coorg was decided by many dynasties like the Kadambas (2nd to 6th century), Gangas, Cholas, Hoysalas and the Vijayanagara nobleman during various times. Coorg approved on the arms of the Nayaks following the decrease ... (read more) Author: Flin Martyn

10. Coorg - The Coffee Bowl of India March 12, 2012 Coorg, also known as Kodagu, is a beautiful place nestled among the Western Ghats in the south Indian state of Karnataka. Headquartered at Madikeri, Coorg is famous for its picturesque landscapes, along with its spice and coffee plantations. Located in the southern part of Karnataka, Coorg is spread over an area of 4102 square kilometers amidst the Western Ghats. Coorg was ruled by many dynasties like the Kadambas (2nd to 6th century), Gangas, Cholas, Hoysalas and the Vijayanagara kings during various times. Coorg passed on the hands of the Nayaks following the decline of the Vijayanagar... (read more) Author: Flin Martyn

11. Gulbarga -- The actual Bahmani Sultanate February 28, 2012 Gulbarga -- The actual Bahmani Sultanate Gulbarga is really a town within the condition associated with Karnataka, 623 kilometres from their state funds associated with Bangalore. Gulbarga had been dominated through numerous dynasties. A few of the dynasties that dominated Gulbarga had been Rashtrakutas, Chalukyas, Yadavas, Hoysalas Bahmani Sultans, Nizams last but not least the actual Uk. The town associated with Gulbarga had been started through the Bahmani Sultans, within the fourteenth hundred years, as well as Gulbarga had been the administrative centre. Later on, Gulbarga grew to beco... (read more) Author: Raveen win

12. Gulbarga - The Bahmani Sultanate February 28, 2012 Gulbarga – The Bahmani Sultanate Gulbarga is a city in the state of Karnataka, 623 km away from the state capital of Bangalore. Gulbarga was ruled by many dynasties. Some of the dynasties who ruled Gulbarga were Rashtrakutas, Chalukyas, Yadavas, Hoysalas Bahmani Sultans, Nizams and finally the British. The city of Gulbarga was founded by the Bahmani Sultans, in the 14th century, and Gulbarga was the capital. Later, Gulbarga became part of the Hyderabad state ruled by the Nizams. Gulbarga later became a part of Karnataka after the Indian states were re-organized after independence. Gulbarg... (read more) Author: Raveen win

13. Sakleshpur : Diverse Beauty February 24, 2012 Sakleshpur is situated on the border of Bayaluseemae and Malnad regions in the south Indian state of Karnataka. One of the most beautiful hill stations of the country, Sakleshpur is located in the Hassan district of Karnataka. Sakleshpur lies on the National Highway 48, at an altitude of 949 meters from the mean sea level.Sakleshpur was under the reign of Chalukyas, Hoysalas and the kings of Mysore at different points in time.It is said that during the rule of the Hoysalas, a shivalingam was found in Sakleshpur. But this shivalingam was in a broken condition and was called shakaleshwara. The ... (read more) Author: afya khan

14. Bangalore : the city of possibilities January 24, 2012 Bangalore also called Bengaluru, is the capital city of the state of Karnataka. Once called the ‘Garden City’ and the ‘Pensioner’s Paradise’, Bangalore is now ironically most popular as the ‘Beer Capital of India’. Bangalore is India's third most populous city and is well known as a hub for the nation’s IT sector. Founded in the 16th century, the city has been ruled by great southern dynasties like the Kadambas, the Hoysalas and Vijayanagar empires. Legend has it that Hoysala King Vira Ballala during one of his hunting expeditions in present day Bangalore region lost his way. After wander... (read more) Author: afya khan

15. Mandya - The Sugar City January 20, 2012 Mandya - The Sugar City Mandya referred to as the 'land of sugar' or 'the sugar city', is an administrative district in the southern part of the state of Karnataka, popular as a tourist destination in the region. Mandya was named so after a Sage Mandavya, who is supposed to have performed penance on this land. Mandya has been ruled by many dynasties like Gangas, Cholas and the Hoysalas. Primarily an agrarian district, this region is lined with sugar mills, jaggery making units and rice mills. Blessed with plenty of irrigation waters from the rivers Cauvery, Hemavathi, and Kri... (read more) Author: Raveen win

16. Amrutesvara Temple - Showcasing Hoysala Style Architecture November 14, 2011 Located in Amruthapura, the Amrutesvara Temple can be found around 67 kms from Chikmagalur town and is a historical and religious monument that dates back to the 12th century B.C. Situated near the Bhadra River reservoir, the temple is set amidst coconut plantations and offers an invaluable look into the architectural style of the time. The Amrutesvara Temple was constructed in 1196 under the patronage of the then Hoysala King, Veera Ballala II. The temple which is near Tarikere town was built during the reign of the Hoysalas who oversaw the construction of several towns, settlements and... (read more) Author: Pushpitha Wijesinghe

17. Experience Adventure Amidst Natural Beauty August 09, 2011 South India is a land of unique and diverse culture, traditions and history and had been ruled by many big names of the Indian history such as Satavahanas, Cholas, Kakatiya, Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Hoysalas Vijayanagara and so on over different parts prior to the British claimed land occupation in this region. The history of South India Travel can be traced back to 8000 BC where many ancient objects have been found. Medieval period saw the rise and fall of Muslim power in this region when finally, British established their dominance and continued to rule until independence. After independenc... (read more) Author: Mark Zuke

18. South India Tour May 29, 2008 Introduction Covering the entire Indian Peninsula, South India has the river Narmada and Mahanadi on its northern side and Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean and Bay of Bengal surrounding its western, southern and eastern sides. The people of South India are called South Indians. The womenfolk here wear saree and the men sport white dhoti or bright colored lungi festooned with batik patterns. History of South India South India had witnessed the rule of a series of dynasties such as the Cholas, Pandyas, Cheras, Hoysalas and Vijayanagar. Several forts, palaces and temples were constructed... (read more) Author: Minhaj Alam

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