Guidebook for Jakkalli
Sightseeing
Srirangapatna is a town of historical, religious and cultural significance. This is an island town in River Kaveri that derives its name from Ranganathaswamy temple. Since the Vijayanagar Empire, controlling the Srirangapatna fort demonstrated the control and symbolized sovereignty over Mysore. The temple was built by the rulers of Ganga dynasty in 9th Century and has religious significance. It boasts of a blend of Vijayanagara and Hoysala architectural style. Visit duration 2hrs. Timings 7.30AM -1.30PM; 4.00PM-8.00PM. Best time to visit Sep to March.
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Srirangapatna
Srirangapatna is a town of historical, religious and cultural significance. This is an island town in River Kaveri that derives its name from Ranganathaswamy temple. Since the Vijayanagar Empire, controlling the Srirangapatna fort demonstrated the control and symbolized sovereignty over Mysore. The temple was built by the rulers of Ganga dynasty in 9th Century and has religious significance. It boasts of a blend of Vijayanagara and Hoysala architectural style. Visit duration 2hrs. Timings 7.30AM -1.30PM; 4.00PM-8.00PM. Best time to visit Sep to March.
Seven Hills ranges collectively known as MM Hills or Male Mahadeshwara Hills is a major pilgrim center for Lord Shive. It is about 75Kms from Vanam Farm and located in Chamrajanagara. The temple draws several pilgrims from Tamil nadu and Karnataka. The temple lies amidst the thick jungles of hill ranges with its unadulterated beauty. There are many legends associated with this place and fascinating for one to know more. The forests were only inhabited by some indigenous tribes and wild animals. MM Hills is an ideal destination for trekking. There is a trekking path from MM Hills to Palar. Good place to plan for a day trip from Vanam Farm.
Male Mahadeshwara Hills
Seven Hills ranges collectively known as MM Hills or Male Mahadeshwara Hills is a major pilgrim center for Lord Shive. It is about 75Kms from Vanam Farm and located in Chamrajanagara. The temple draws several pilgrims from Tamil nadu and Karnataka. The temple lies amidst the thick jungles of hill ranges with its unadulterated beauty. There are many legends associated with this place and fascinating for one to know more. The forests were only inhabited by some indigenous tribes and wild animals. MM Hills is an ideal destination for trekking. There is a trekking path from MM Hills to Palar. Good place to plan for a day trip from Vanam Farm.
Somnathpur is a small village situated on the banks of river Cauvery. This place is about 50kms from Vanam Farm. It is a place that boasts of grand mounuments dating back to Hoysala period. The historic monuments exhibit rich architecture and sculpture that were prominent features of the Hoysala Period. Visiting duration about 3hrs. Timing 6AM to 6.30PM.
Somanathapura
Somnathpur is a small village situated on the banks of river Cauvery. This place is about 50kms from Vanam Farm. It is a place that boasts of grand mounuments dating back to Hoysala period. The historic monuments exhibit rich architecture and sculpture that were prominent features of the Hoysala Period. Visiting duration about 3hrs. Timing 6AM to 6.30PM.
The Biligirirangana Hills (BR Hills) is at the confluence of Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats. This sanctuary is home to eco-system that are unique to mountain ranges and wild life. The site was declared a tiger reserve in 2011 by Karnataka Govt. The Wildlife Sanctuary of 340Sq Kms was created around the temple. The sanctuary derives its name Biligiri from the white rock face that constitutes the major hill crowned with the temple of Lord Ranganathaswamy. Annual festival of Lord Vishnu, held in the month of April draws pilgrims from far and wide. Vanam is just 25Kms drive from BR Hills and good to plan a day trip around BR Hills.
B R Hills
The Biligirirangana Hills (BR Hills) is at the confluence of Western Ghats and Eastern Ghats. This sanctuary is home to eco-system that are unique to mountain ranges and wild life. The site was declared a tiger reserve in 2011 by Karnataka Govt. The Wildlife Sanctuary of 340Sq Kms was created around the temple. The sanctuary derives its name Biligiri from the white rock face that constitutes the major hill crowned with the temple of Lord Ranganathaswamy. Annual festival of Lord Vishnu, held in the month of April draws pilgrims from far and wide. Vanam is just 25Kms drive from BR Hills and good to plan a day trip around BR Hills.
Talakadu is a desert like town on the left bank of the Kaveri River located just 35Kms from Vanam Farm. It once had over 30 temples, most of which now lay buried in sand. The origin of the town is lost in antiquity; but one tradition is that its name was derived from the two Kirata twin brothers, Tala and Kadu who cutting down a tree which they saw wild elephants worshiping, discovered that it contained an image of shiva and that the elephants were rishis transformed. There are so many legends associated with this place and must visit while you are here.
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Talakadu
Talakadu is a desert like town on the left bank of the Kaveri River located just 35Kms from Vanam Farm. It once had over 30 temples, most of which now lay buried in sand. The origin of the town is lost in antiquity; but one tradition is that its name was derived from the two Kirata twin brothers, Tala and Kadu who cutting down a tree which they saw wild elephants worshiping, discovered that it contained an image of shiva and that the elephants were rishis transformed. There are so many legends associated with this place and must visit while you are here.
Parks & Nature
Bheemeshwari is about 75kms from Vanam Farm. The last 10km run through a dense forest and road is pretty rocky. There are many tour operators offering white water and fishing facilities at this site and require advance booking. The camps are set on the banks of the River Cauvery amidst the backdrop of the western ghats. The rafting facilities are best enjoyed from June to September when the monsoons turn the river into roaring torrent. Other activities at Bheemeshwari are Wildlife treks, Angling, Kayaking and Coracle Rides.
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Bheemeshwari Adventure and Nature Camp
TqBheemeshwari is about 75kms from Vanam Farm. The last 10km run through a dense forest and road is pretty rocky. There are many tour operators offering white water and fishing facilities at this site and require advance booking. The camps are set on the banks of the River Cauvery amidst the backdrop of the western ghats. The rafting facilities are best enjoyed from June to September when the monsoons turn the river into roaring torrent. Other activities at Bheemeshwari are Wildlife treks, Angling, Kayaking and Coracle Rides.
The Gaganachukki falls are shaped like a huge horsetail. It is a steep waterfall that rushes down with great velocity and provides incredible views. The Gaganachukki waterfalls are best viewed from the watch tower at Shivanasamudra. There are also warnings posted near the fence that caution visitors against crossing the barriers and proceeding to the water from that side of the falls. However, many visitors defy this restriction and proceed to watch the waterfall from the top. Such acts are very dangerous and have resulted in many fatal accidents in past. The waterfall can also be approached by another way that passes through the Dargah of Hazrath Mardane Gaib
Cascadas de Gaganachukki
Gaganachukki Falls RoadThe Gaganachukki falls are shaped like a huge horsetail. It is a steep waterfall that rushes down with great velocity and provides incredible views. The Gaganachukki waterfalls are best viewed from the watch tower at Shivanasamudra. There are also warnings posted near the fence that caution visitors against crossing the barriers and proceeding to the water from that side of the falls. However, many visitors defy this restriction and proceed to watch the waterfall from the top. Such acts are very dangerous and have resulted in many fatal accidents in past. The waterfall can also be approached by another way that passes through the Dargah of Hazrath Mardane Gaib
The waterfall has a height of about 69 meters. There is a narrow flight of about 200 concrete steps that lead down to the waterfall. The way down to the waterfall is relatively safe as it is fenced with railings and there are benches to sit on and relax while you get tired. The waterfall is a vibrant sight to watch during the monsoon season when the volume of water gushing down the rocks increases substantially. The waterfall can be enjoyed from close quarters as there are shallow areas near the place where the water plunges. Visitors can get into shallow water. However, due caution must be exercised as there are no life guards available near the falls and accidents can prove to be fatal.
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Cascadas de Barachukki
The waterfall has a height of about 69 meters. There is a narrow flight of about 200 concrete steps that lead down to the waterfall. The way down to the waterfall is relatively safe as it is fenced with railings and there are benches to sit on and relax while you get tired. The waterfall is a vibrant sight to watch during the monsoon season when the volume of water gushing down the rocks increases substantially. The waterfall can be enjoyed from close quarters as there are shallow areas near the place where the water plunges. Visitors can get into shallow water. However, due caution must be exercised as there are no life guards available near the falls and accidents can prove to be fatal.
The Shivanasamudra Falls is on the Kaveri river after the river has found its way through the rocks and ravines of Deccan Plateau and drops off to form waterfalls. A group of ancient temples are located here and there likely was a village. It has an average width of 1000 ft, a height of 320 ft and avg volume of 33,000 cu ft/s. It is a perennial waterfall. The time of best flow are the monsoon season of July to October. Sri Ranganathaswamy temple located here is built in the Dravidan style architecture. There are four more temples on the other side of the island. Vanam farm is located about 30Kms from Shivanasamudra falls and can be covered through a days trip
Shivanasamudra
The Shivanasamudra Falls is on the Kaveri river after the river has found its way through the rocks and ravines of Deccan Plateau and drops off to form waterfalls. A group of ancient temples are located here and there likely was a village. It has an average width of 1000 ft, a height of 320 ft and avg volume of 33,000 cu ft/s. It is a perennial waterfall. The time of best flow are the monsoon season of July to October. Sri Ranganathaswamy temple located here is built in the Dravidan style architecture. There are four more temples on the other side of the island. Vanam farm is located about 30Kms from Shivanasamudra falls and can be covered through a days trip
Arts & Culture
Channapatna is a small town located on the Bangalore - Mysore highway about 85kms from Vanam Farm. The town is famous for well-crafted wooden toys and lacquerware that are created there. The beautiful toys are coloured with bright vegetable dyes that are non-toxic and safe for children to play with. They are also ideal as souvenirs
Channapatna
Channapatna is a small town located on the Bangalore - Mysore highway about 85kms from Vanam Farm. The town is famous for well-crafted wooden toys and lacquerware that are created there. The beautiful toys are coloured with bright vegetable dyes that are non-toxic and safe for children to play with. They are also ideal as souvenirs
Shopping
Alpine Wineries Pvt Ltd is a name to reckon with the Indian wine Industry. Excellent vineyard that produces finest quality grapes for wine making. They have 6 impressive wines from the first vintage 2011 stock. These include 3 red and 3 white wines sold under Oro, Vindiva Classic and Vindiva Reserve labels. They are located 35Kms from Vanam Farm
Alpine Wineries (Guest House)
BanaveAlpine Wineries Pvt Ltd is a name to reckon with the Indian wine Industry. Excellent vineyard that produces finest quality grapes for wine making. They have 6 impressive wines from the first vintage 2011 stock. These include 3 red and 3 white wines sold under Oro, Vindiva Classic and Vindiva Reserve labels. They are located 35Kms from Vanam Farm