Karnataka

Coorg Also known as Madikeri, Coorg is a hill station town and a popular tourist destination in Karnataka. Madikeri was formerly known as Muddu raja keri, which means Mudduraja's town. It was named after the prominent Haleri king, Mudduraja who ruled Kodagu from 1633-1687. The history of Madikeri is related to the history of Kodagu as from the 2nd to 6th century, the northern part of Kodagu was ruled by Kadambas. The southern part of Kodagu was ruled by Gangas , but after defeating the Gangas in the 11th century, Cholas became the rulers of Kodagu.   Bengaluru Bangalore officially known as Bengaluru, is the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka. It has a population of about 8.42 million and a metropolitan population of about 8.52 million, making it the third most populous city and fifth most populous urban agglomeration in India.[5] Located in southern India on the Deccan Plateau, at a height of over 900 m (3,000 ft) above sea level, Bangalore is known for its pleasant climate throughout the year. Its elevation is the highest among the major large cities of India.   Mysore Mysore, officially renamed as Mysuru, is the third most populous city in the state of Karnataka, India. Located at the base of the Chamundi Hills about 146 km (91 mi) southwest of the state capital Bangalore, it is spread across an area of 128.42 km2 (50 sq mi). According to the provisional results of the 2011 national census of India, the population is 887,446. Mysore City Corporation is responsible for the civic administration of the city, which is also the headquarters of the Mysore district and the Mysore division.  

Wayanad Wayanad in the north-east of Kerala was formed on November 1, 1980 as the 12th district by carving out areas from Kozhikode and Kannur. The region was known as Mayakshetra in the earliest records, evolved into Mayanad and finally to Wayanad. The Folk etymology of the word says it is a combination of Vayal and Naad, creation of 'The Land of Paddy Fields'. There are many indigenous tribals in this as it is set high on the majestic Western Ghats. Wayanad is well connected by road to various parts of Kerala and the nearest railway station is at Kozhikode, 75 km from Kalpetta.     Mysore Mysore, officially renamed as Mysuru, is the third most populous city in the state of Karnataka, India. Located at the base of the Chamundi Hills about 146 km (91 mi) southwest of the state capital Bangalore, it is spread across an area of 128.42 km2 (50 sq mi). According to the provisional results of the 2011 national census of India, the population is 887,446. Mysore City Corporation is responsible for the civic administration of the city, which is also the headquarters of the Mysore district and the Mysore division.

North Karnataka has monuments that date back to the 5th century. Kannada empires that ruled the Deccan had their capitals here. Badami Chalukyas monuments are located at Pattadakal, Aihole, and Badami. Aihole has been called the cradle of Indian architecture and has over 125 temples and monuments built between 450 and 1100 BC.  The Vijayanagar Empire temples at Vijayanagara are some examples.