Bisle Ghat is the best picturesque destination of Karnataka and is rewarded as 'heaven on the earth'. Bisle Ghat is stretch of beautiful adventurous spot between Kukke Subrahmanya and Sakleshpura. Bisle is part of Western Ghats and situated in the border of Hassan district and Dakshina Kannada district.

Bisle Ghat is a perfect destination for the trekkers. Not only because of its breathtaking view but also it is one of the toughest trekking routes in Karnataka.

Bisle view point near Bisle Ghat (5 Km from Bisle village) offers you the magnificent view of the three mountain ranges - Yenikallu Betta (Hassan district), Doddabetta and Pushpagiri (Kodagu district) and Kumaraparvatha (Dakshina Kannada district). A lot of mountains and forest can be viewed from here.

Travelling via Bisle Ghat gives you a thrilling experience. The stretch passes through the reserve forest. You can see and enjoy many waterfalls (especially during rainy season) you can also enjoy by seeing peacocks, monkeys, deer's and snakes.

Best Time to Visit : Any time is the fine to enjoy the beauty of Bisle Ghat but September to December is the perfect time.

Kumara parvatha is second highest peak in Coorg district (Karnataka state) after Tadiandamol peak. Trekking starting point is Kukke Subramanya. Famous Kukke Subramnay temple is located in Subramanya village.

Getting to trekking starting point is very much easy. Overnight bus journey to Kukke Subramanya. If you are going by private vehicle then its 6hrs drive (280 Kms). Trek starting point is a temple road. Take right in temple road.

AIRAVAT (VOLVO AC) : Timings-22:45,23:14 Journey Hours:06:28 RAJAHAMSA EXECUTIVE: Timings - 21:04,21:29,21:59,22:29,23:01 Journey Hours:08:00 KARNATAKA SARIGE: Timings - 20:17,21:17 Journey Hours - 08:15

Trek can be logically divided into 4 stages

• Stage 1 : Trek starting point (Kukke temple) to Battara Mane
• Stage 2 : Battara Mane to Kallumantap
• Stage 3 : Kallumantapa to Sheshaparvatha
• Stage 4 : Shesha Parvatha to Kumara Parvatha Peak

Located in the foothills of Pushpagiri, around 25 km from Somwarpet in the Western Ghats region of Kodagu District in Karnataka. Here Kumaradhara River falls from over 200 feet at two stages to form Mallallai falls. The view from here is spectacular with lush green mountains around and steep valleys. Pushpagiri also known as Kumara Parvata in its backdrop is a truly breathtaking sight.

The best time to visit is during the monsoon that is July through December where there is plenty of water in the river. During the rainy season the trees are really lush green which gives a natural beauty to the falls.

By Road : From Bangalore 270 Kms.

Forests, and acres of tea and coffee plantations of Kodagu are, in a word, stunning. Also known as Coorg and dubbed "The Scotland of India," Kodagu is a postcard-perfect region of scattered villages and hamlets, which are the epitome of old-world charm. Kodagu is ideal for outdoor activities such as trekking, angling and white-water rafting, and major festivals like Keil Poldu (worship of weapons), Cauvery Shankaramana (return of the river goddess) and the Huttari (harvest) festival are a huge draw.

Dharmasthala is the perfect embodiment of the word "Dharma" for it displays every shade of meaning with which this word is inspired from. The greatness of Dharmasthala, however is the fact that it has added an active element to "Dharma", which touches the lives of people with a transformational directness that is unique.

To those that come for worship, Dharmasthala represents religious tolerance wherein caste, creed and faith of pilgrims are no bars. For here, the Jain Theerthankara is worshipped on the same consecrated grounds as the native Daivas and Lord Manjunatha (Lord Shiva). The priests are Vaishnavite Brahmins and the guardian of the temple is Heggade, a Jain by faith. Altogether forming a confluence of faiths that harmonize in belief of the Omnipotent.

To those that come for justice, Dharmasthala is the scale that does not tip in favour of a lawyer's glib tongue. Here, without any legal formality or argument Shri Heggade dispenses justice, acting in the tradition of his ancestral role as the Heggade and as representative of the presiding deity.

'Southadka' is a pilgrimage centre located at a distance of 3 km from Kokkada in Belthangadi Taluk of Dakshina Kannada district. The uniqueness of the place is Lord Maha Ganapathi is out in the open field without a 'Garbha gudi' and temple structure. It is surrounded by greenery and open round the clock for offering prayers. About 35km from Kukke Subramanya Temple is 'Southadka Shree Mahaganapathi Kshetra' in the interiors of Kokkada. This is about 16km from Dharmasthala. The temple is decorated with lot of Bells mainly, offered by worshippers who have special wishes. One can find lot of monkeys inside the temple. The Mahapuja is performed every year in the month of January. The temple also serves food to all the devotees in the form of prasadam.Temple is 6 km from Patrame on the banks of Netravati River.

Belthangady's hidden gem, It's a unique temple with vast expanses of lush greenery. Sitting cozily in the lap of nature amidst such a tranquil atmosphere is Lord Ganapati. Welcome to Southadka, the abode of Lord Ganapati.