Located in the Tarikere Taluk of Chikmaglur district is a picture perfect hamlet - Kemmanugundi, also called K.R.Hills named after the Wodeyar king Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV, who made it his favourite summer destination. Situated on the Baba- Budan range at a height of 1,434 m, Kemmanugundi is the perfect get away destination from the hustle and bustle of the cities.

daughter. Certain ancient inscriptions reveal that these two places were originally known as Kiriya-magalu and Piriya-magalu. This hill station has several interesting attractions like, the Kondadarama Temple, the Jamia Mosque and the new St. Joseph's Cathedral.


Kudremukh
95 kms from of Chikmagalur town is the Kudremukh (Horse Face) range, so named because of the unique shape of the Kudremukh peak. Kudremukh is a secluded hill station which has retained much of its pristine, natural beauty. Sylvan green forests punctuated by mighty rivers, grassy slopes, exuberant cascades and rare orchids provide a wonderful setting for trekking.Situated 1,894.3 meters above sea level, overlooking the Arabian Sea, Kudremukh is rich in iron ore deposits.