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Where to visit in Kemmangundi?

Karnataka, India

Quick answer

Kemmangundi is a beautiful hill station located in the Tarikere taluk of Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka, situated at an altitude of 1,434 meters. Surrounded by the Baba Budan Giri hills, it features manicured ornamental gardens, lush forest trails, cascading waterfalls, and spectacular mountain views. It was historically established as a summer retreat for the Maharaja of Mysore, Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV.

Kemmangundi is a beautiful hill station located in the Tarikere taluk of Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka, situated at an altitude of 1,434 me...

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A compact starting point, kept useful for real travelers.

01

Z Point Sunrise Hike

2 hours | Moderate

02

Hebbe Falls Jeep Ride

3 hours | Moderate | Cost of forest department 4x4 jeep

03

Raj Bhavan Rose Garden Walk

1 hour | Easy

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Good first tap

It offers a peaceful, mist-covered mountain escape with beautiful rose gardens, hiking paths, and close proximity to the Hebbe and Kalhatti waterfalls.

Best time

September to May

How to reach

From Bengaluru or Chikkamagaluru, drive along state highways ascending the scenic, winding mountain roads of the Western Ghats.

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