Karnataka is a South-Western state in India. Initially, it was known as the State Of Mysore but was renamed Karnataka in 1973. Bangalore is the largest city and the capital of the state. The state is bordered by the Arabian Sea to its west, Goa towards the northwest, Maharashtra towards the north, Telangana towards the northeast, and Andhra Pradesh to its East.
Karnataka covers an area of 191,791 square kilometers (74,051 sq mi) or 5.83 percent of the total geographical area of India. Karnataka is the sixth largest state of India area wise. In Karnataka, Kannada is widely spoken and is also the official language of the state.
Karnataka is one of the most important states in the history of India. There are three principal geographic zones in Karnataka: 1. The hilly Malenadu region comprises the Western Ghats, 2. The Bayaluseeme region comprises the plains of the Deccan Plateau, 3. The coastal region of Karavali and Tulu Nadu.
The extraordinary features including climate, geographic condition, great history, and scenic beauty have largely contributed to making Karnataka one of the best places to visit in India. The state is one of the most visited places by tourists not only Indians but also foreign tourists.
Here are some of the few best places to visit in Karnataka. Check out below:
- Coorg.
- Badami.
- Mysore, Mysore Palace.
- Hampi, the city of ruins.
- Udupi, the coastal town and beaches.
- Jog Falls.
- Chikmagalur.
- Bangalore, Silicon Valley of India.
- Dandeli.
- Bandipur National Park.
- Nagarhole National Park.
- Kabini.
- Kemmanagundi.
- Shravanabelagola.
- Shimoga or Shivamogga.
- Pattadakal.
- Devbagh.
- Nandi Hills.
- Halebidu.
- Bijapur.
