Is Madikeri and Coorg are same?

Madikeri or Mercara, the capital of Coorg is a beautiful large hill town situated in Western Ghats. This hill station stands 1452 meters above sea level.

What is the Speciality of Madikeri?

Madikeri is known for greenery, hills, weather and coffee plantations. One of the most famous Madkeri tourist places are the coffee plantations near the city. A stroll through the plantations will fill you with the fresh and enticing aroma of coffee and will turn a regular day into an extraordinary one!

Is Madikeri a city or town?

Madikeri (also known by its former name Mercara) is a hill station town in Madikeri taluk in Kodagu (Coorg)district, Karnataka state, India. It is the headquarters of the district of Kodagu.

How far is Madikeri from Coorg?

24 Kms
Distance Between Madikeri to Coorg

Distance between Madikeri to Coorg by Road is 24 Kms
Distance between Madikeri to Coorg by Flight is 12 Kms
Travel Time from Madikeri to Coorg by Road is 1:31 hrs
Nearest Airport in Madikeri Bajpe airport (12.42, 75.74)
Nearest Airport in Coorg Bajpe airport (12.34, 75.81)

Does Coorg have beach?

1. Vatanappally Beach. Located at a distance of 17 km from Thrissur Railway station this is one of the most beautiful beaches near Coorg and is located on the coastal belt of Thrissur District. The beach is laden with a golden strip of sand and green coconut trees along the further side of the coast.

What is the special food of Coorg?

The Kodava people love their pork and the delicious pandhi curry will leave you wanting more. Served with akki roti (rice roti) or kadambuttu (rice dumplings), the pork curry is cooked on all special occasions. Special spices in Coorg like Malabar Tamarind (Kachampuli), Pepper, Cardamom, Bird’s Eye Chilli …

Which month is best for Madikeri?

Best season to visit Madikeri is in summers to get away from the scorching heat of the north Indian summer season. Monsoon brings heavy rainfall and temperature falls down to 20°C-27°C in monsoon. Best time to visit Madikeri in monsoon is from July-September.

Does Madikeri have airport?

There is no airport in Kodagu district. The nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport located about 137 km away from Kodagu. Mysore domestic airport is the nearest from Madikeri located about 121 km away. Kannur International Airport is located about 120 km away from Madikeri.

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