BRINDHAVAN HOMESTAY
Arekere, Sakleshpur
This was used by the Monarch of Mysore, Tipu Sultan as a strategic defensive location since 1752. It is based on a hillock so unlike other forts at an altitude of 3,240 ft above the sea level. Its strategic location commands the approach to the plateau beyond Sakleshpura from the coast. It is also believed that he had constructed two tunnels about 100 kms from this fort connecting fort at Belathangadi and another to fort in Srirangapattana near Mysore.
One of the country’s most spectacular rainforests, Bisle Reserve Forest provides an amazing view of the surrounding mountain ranges. It is considered as one of the eighteen most diverse spots in the world in terms of flora and fauna. The sub-tropical climate and heavy rains favors several unique plants and animal species to emerge.
Famous green route through Western Ghats by train, 55 kms journey from Sakleshpur to Subramanya, very scenic route with 58 tunnels and about 16 high bridges.
On the banks of the River Nethravathi, is situated the famous Shri Manjunatheshwara temple, Dharmasthala. It is devoted to Lord Shiva having Shivalinga as the principal object of worship.
Situated in Sullia Taluk of Dakshina Kannada, this holy temple is one of the pristine pilgrimage locations in south India. It is believed that Lord Subramanya protected (at this location) the divine serpent Vasuki and other serpents when they were threatened by Garuda. Devotees take dip in the holy river Kumaradhara before darshan.
Belur, the early capital of Hoysala Empire, situated on the banks of River Yagachi, is now a world famous tourist destination. It is well renowned for its Chennakeshava Temple, which is famously known for the Hoysala architecture. The temples are famous for their unique workmanship. The breathtaking work on the sculpture of Shantaladevi in itself would speak for the magnificence of the temple architecture.
Previously called Dwarasamudra, Halebidu was the regal capital of the Hoysala Empire during the 12th century. Yet again famous for its temple architecture, Halebidu is home to the most spectacular Hoysaleshwara and the Kedareswara temples. Halebidu, in Kannada literally means the ruined city. This was called so because it was ruined twice by the Bahamani Sultanate.