Madakeri Moda.[ Cool Coorg.]

Coorg also known as 1000 hill resort was a independent state in the state of Karnataka.

In this isolated, inaccessible region they were protected from outside influences. This has enabled Coorgis to retain their distinctive culture. The Kodava's dress is the most picturesque-customs unique.My friend's son's wedding I attended the reception was without the Bride.Only the Groom was sitting.It is the only wedding where I saw the Wedding Reception without the Bride.

Their religion?

They worship the Goddess Cauvery- the sacred river that has its source in the serene hills of Kodagu. They are Hindus.
They worship their ancestors and seek their blessings before all auspicious occasions. The elders of the community play a very important part in all ceremonies pertaining to births, deaths and marriages.
One gunshot is fired when a male child is born. Two gunshots are fired when a soul departs.

No priests officiate at their weddings. It is marriage by witness, blessed by all those present. Verbal contracts are drawn up by the elders covering all situations that could cause problems that would need to be adjudicated.

This small former Independent State was merged with Karnataka much to the displeasure of all Coorgies in this State.Coorgies are HINDUS make no mistake on that since some communities consider that their religion is not HINDUS.

A Kannada film by name MUNGARU MALE made a TV star the Goldan Boy of Kannada Film and his Rank shot up sky high after the release of this picture.

Tourists to COORG was always a constant FAMILY affair on Vacations.There are so many places that you need to go and see.You can also sit under a tree and observe how nature covers this STATES BRIDE with CLOUDS,Go hiking or just walking and enjoy the place with ECO AIR all around.There is no need to talk about CLIMATE CHANGE in this holy place where RIVER CAVERI is born which FEEDS MILLIONS of people in Karnataka and Tamilnadu.The KR SAGAR DAM built by Sir.M.Visweswaraiah the WORLD RENOWN ENGINEER.The Dam site at KR SAGAR is the first of its kind in INDIA.The huge dam is built without a Bag of CEMENT or A Kg OF STEEL.

Gaddige also known as Raja’s tomb is located in one of the beautiful hill station of Karnataka, Madikeri, Coorg. The monument depicts the pervading building style of those days which was Indo- Sarcenic. The monument contains the mortal remains of the royal Kodavas. The Architecture and this story of Gaddige Madikeri Gaddige or the tombs.

The river Lakshmanatirtha river is a tributary of the river Kaveri. It originates in the Brahmagiri hills, Kodagu or Coorg and later joins the river Kaveri at Krishnarajasagara. Originating from the Brahmagiri Range, the river Lakshmana Theertha plungess down from a height of 170 ft. forming the Iruppu Water falls.The Lakshmanatirtha falls or the Irupu.

The river Harangi is a tributary of Kaveri. It emerges from the Western Ghats – the Pushpagiri Hills – at Kodagu or Coorg, Karnataka. The Harangi joins Cauvery at Kudige in Somwarpet taluk. The length of the river from its place of origin till it converges with Cauvery is nearly 50 km. The Haranagi Reservoir.

Chiklihole dam is a small reservoir built across the river Chiklihole flowing through the Cauvery basin of Karnataka. The dam is located near the town of Nanjarayapattana that lies between Madikeri and Kushalnagar in the Kodagu or Coorg district of Karnataka. The best part about the location of the dam.

Coorg Hallimane at Kodagu is a home stay perfect for family holidays and get together. This Kodagu resort aims to promote village culture. The cottages and dormitories here are designed accordingly, giving the place an ambience closer to nature and rural culture. A stay at this resort is characterized by experiencing village kind of life.

Silveroaks, a resort in Kodagu, provides the right mix of ambiance, thrill and hospitality that will entice any nature lover who wants something different from the normal experience one would expect from a resort in the high ranges. Situated at approximately 2500 metres above sea level, Silveroaks Coorg Resort is located amidst the Kunda Hills.

Prashanti Atithi Gruha in Kodagu is designed specifically to take you away from the trials and tribulations of daily life. The Resort is located close to the Mangalore roadside, amidst coffee and spice plantations. It invites the visitors to immerse in the beauty of Coorg, and in the indigenous culture of the hills of Kodagu.

Misty Woods resort is one among the many resorts in Kodagu. But what sets it apart from the rest is its class and hospitality. One step inside and you instantly feel the warmth and you know you are in one of the best resorts Coorg has to offer. Located at about 3800 ft above sea.

Heritage Resort at Kodagu, otherwise known as Coorg, offers the visitor almost total detachment from the vagaries of the busy city life. It is one of those resorts in Kodagu that leaves the visitor wanting to come back for more. Heritage Resort is that one resort in Kodagu that has something for anyone, whether it.

Of the many resorts in Kodagu, Coorg County Resorts is the one you would not want to miss. Located deep inside the lush natural beauty of the heart of Madikeri, the capital of Kodagu or Coorg, the resort beckons to all who are on the lookout for a different experience.

When you go back please buy Pure Honey,Tea,Coffee Powder and Masala Herbal items like pepper,Clove,Mustard and any other items you see in the market.