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NagaraholeNagarahole is derived from the combination of two Kannada words-'nagar' meaning snake and 'hole' meaning streams and true to its name a number of streams snake through its rich tropical forests. Nagarahole is situated in the picturesque districts of Kodagu and Mysore in southern Karnataka. The Nagarahole National Park was first set up in 1955. In 1975 its area was increased to include a greater expanse of forest reserve. Once an exclusive hunting preserve of the erstwhile rulers of Mysore, the terrain of this Park is gently undulating with lush green vegetation, swamps and numerous water resources, rendering it an ideal habitat for a wide variety of wildlife. Best Time to visit :- September to May is the best time. Gaur, Leopards, Tigers, Chital Sambar, Elephants, Snake, & 250 species of birds. (96 km) from Mysore. How to get there Air :- The nearest airport is Bangalore(236 Kms). Indian Airlines link Bangalore to most parts of the country. Rail :-The nearest railway station is Mysore(96 Kms) which is connected to Arsikere, Bangalore, Madras and Hassan. Road :- Motorable roads connect Nagarahole to Hunsur, Madikere and Mysore. Hotels in Karnataka Badami Hotels :: Bandipur hotels :: Bangalore Hotels :: Dandeli Hotels :: Mangalore Hotels :: Mysore HotelsTourist Destination of Karnataka Bangalore :: Hassan :: Badami :: Bijapur :: Mysore Temples in Karnataka Cave Temple :: Vidhana Soudha :: Iskcon Temple :: Shravanabelagola Beaches in Karnataka Malpe Beach :: Karwar :: Gokarna :: Marwanthe :: Mangalore |
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