KALASA : Unexplored GEM in Western Ghats.

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Photo of KALASA : Unexplored GEM in Western Ghats. by Rakesh Chanda

A weekend getaway near Chikmagalur, KALASA is a breathtaking place with its cold breeze and 360 degree green views.

The town has a mythological history as the wedding of Lord Shiva and Paravati in Himalayas had to been witnessed by Guru Agastya in this very Kalasa by his orders.

Photo of Kalaseshwara Temple, Kalasa Main Road, Kalasa, Karnataka, India by Rakesh Chanda

Among all the temples , this is visited the most.

Explore the amazing waterfall that’s not known to many. It’s a 2 km trek inside the forest to get to the waterfalls from the home stay.

Photo of KALASA : Unexplored GEM in Western Ghats. by Rakesh Chanda

This landscape is famous for it's classy Tea, do give it a taste! Better for both a solo or a group trip.

Photo of KALASA : Unexplored GEM in Western Ghats. by Rakesh Chanda

Make a road trip here from Mangalore (120 km) , Manipal (107 km) or Bangalore (310 km).

Best time to visit : August till March

Preferred home stay : Prince of Kalasa

PRINCE of KALASA Homestay

Photo of KALASA : Unexplored GEM in Western Ghats. by Rakesh Chanda
Photo of KALASA : Unexplored GEM in Western Ghats. by Rakesh Chanda

the way to the waterfalls

Photo of KALASA : Unexplored GEM in Western Ghats. by Rakesh Chanda