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	'''Kemmannugundi~~''' or '''Chemmankuntu~~''' (Red Soil ~~Hill~~) is a [[hill station]] in [[Tarikere]] taluk of [[Chikkamagaluru]] district in the state of [[Karnataka]], [[India]]. It is 1434m above sea level. This was the summer retreat of Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV and as a mark of respect to the king, it is also known as ''Sri Krishnarajendra Hill Station''. The station is ringed by the [[Baba Budan Giri Range]], with cascades, mountain streams, and lush vegetation~~, Kemmangundi’s~~ has ornamental gardens and mountains and valleys views~~. There is a spectacular sunset view from the Raj Bhavan~~.		'''Kemmannugundi''' (Red Soil Pit) is a [[hill station]] in [[Tarikere]] [[taluk]] of [[Chikkamagaluru]] district in the state of [[Karnataka]], [[India]]. It is at the elevation of 1434m above sea level, with its peak at 1863m.<ref>{{Cite web\|url=https://www.karnatakatourism.org/tour-item/kemmanagundi/\|title = Kemmanagundi in Kemmannugundi \| Kemmangundi Trek, Chikmagalur}}</ref> This was the summer retreat of Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV, and as a mark of respect to the king, it is also known as ''Sri Krishnarajendra Hill Station''. The station is ringed by the [[Baba Budan Giri Range]], with cascades, mountain streams, and lush vegetation. Kemmangundi has ornamental gardens and mountains and valleys views.

	==History==		==History==
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	==Landmarks==		==Landmarks==
			*Z point is a vantage point at Kemmangundi and is reached by a steep uphill trek of about 45 minutes from Raj Bhavan. Shanthi Falls is on the way.<ref>{{Cite web\|url=https://www.deccanherald.com/sunday-herald/queen-hill-stations-713642.html\|title = The queen of hill stations\|date = 19 January 2019}}</ref>
	[[File:2005-kemmangundi.jpg\|thumb\|left\|Landscape in Kemmangundi with [[shola]] and [[grassland]]]]		[[File:2005-kemmangundi.jpg\|thumb\|left\|Landscape in Kemmangundi with [[shola]] and [[grassland]]]]
	~~[[File:Peak Near KGuni.jpg\|thumb\|right\|A hiking peak near Kemmangundi]]~~		*Krishnarajendra botanical park is maintained by the Horticultural Department of Karnataka. Many varieties of roses are cultivated there. Raj Bhavan guesthouse is located within the Krishnarajendra park.<ref>{{Cite web\|url=https://www.thenewsminute.com/article/coffee-plantations-history-and-nature-chikkamagaluru-charming-getaway-119128\|title = Coffee plantations to history and nature: Chikkamagaluru is a charming getaway\|date = 28 February 2020}}</ref>
			*Hebbe Falls: A downhill trek or SUV ride of about 8 km from Raj Bhavan lies [[Hebbe Falls]] where water streams down from a height of 168 meters in two stages to form ''Dodda Hebbe'' (Big Falls) and ''Chikka Hebbe'' (Small Falls).
	*Z point is a vantage point at Kemmangundi and can be reached by a steep uphill trek of about 45 minutes from Raj Bhavan and is another place from which to view the sunrise. Shanthi Falls can be visited on the way.<ref> https://www.deccanherald.com/sunday-herald/queen-hill-stations-713642.html </ref>		*[[Kallathi falls]] is about 10 km. from Kemmangundi. Water cascades from a height of 122 metres and the temple here is attributed to times of the [[Vijayanagara Empire\|Vijayanagar]] empire. According to a local legend, this place is associated with the [[Hindu]] sage, [[Agastya]].
	*Krishnarajendra park ~~and rock garden are~~ maintained by the Horticultural Department of Karnataka. Many varieties of roses are cultivated there. Raj Bhavan guesthouse is located within the Krishnarajendra park.<ref> https://www.thenewsminute.com/article/coffee-plantations-history-and-nature-chikkamagaluru-charming-getaway-119128 </ref>
	*Hebbe Falls: A downhill trek of about 8 km from Raj Bhavan ~~takes one to~~ [[Hebbe Falls]] where water streams down from a height of 168 meters in two stages to form ''Dodda Hebbe'' (Big Falls) and ''Chikka Hebbe'' (Small Falls). Jeeps are available from one particular point to Hebbe falls and they charge around [[Indian rupee\|INR]] 700 to 1200 (for an up and down trip depending on the no of people). Hebbe Falls is now a Restricted Area and hence this is no longer a Tourist spot, since this place has attracted the Tigers nearby.
	*[[Kallathi falls]] is about 10 km. from Kemmangundi~~. On the road from Kemmangundi to [[Tarikere]], a deviation takes one to ''Kallathi falls''. It is also known as ''Kallathigiri falls'' and ''Kalahasthi falls''~~. Water cascades from a height of 122 metres and the temple here is attributed to times of the [[Vijayanagara Empire\|Vijayanagar]] empire. According to a local legend, this place is associated with the [[Hindu]] sage, [[Agastya]].
	*[[Mullayanagiri]] is the tallest peak in Karnataka and is known for the temple perched on the peak.		*[[Mullayanagiri]] is the tallest peak in Karnataka and is known for the temple perched on the peak.
	*[[Baba Budangiri]] is second tallest peak in Karnataka. It has a [[darga]] and Datta Peetha religious places. Manikyadhara falls and Galikere lake are ~~nearby~~.		*[[Baba Budangiri]] is second tallest peak in Karnataka. It has a [[darga]] and Datta Peetha religious places. Manikyadhara falls and Galikere lake nearby are frequented by tourists.
	*Honnammana Halla falls near [[Attigundi]] and Hirekolale lake are popular with tourists.<ref> https://www.deccanherald.com/content/655649/charming-chikamagaluru.html </ref>		*Honnammana Halla falls near [[Attigundi]] and Hirekolale lake are popular with tourists.<ref>{{Cite web\|url=https://www.deccanherald.com/content/655649/charming-chikamagaluru.html\|title = Charming Chikamagaluru\|date = 24 January 2018}}</ref>
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	==Climate==		==Climate==

	Kemmanagundi has a Sub-Tropical Highland climate influenced by Monsoon.it has three seasons Winter(Nov-Feb temp 24-12) followed by Summer(Mar-May 28-16) and Monsoon(June-Oct 22-15) and has ~~cool~~ climate throughout the year than most cities in the sub-continent. December is the coldest month with mean temperature of 17 and April is the hottest with a mean of 22.2. Most precipitation falls in July, with an average of 591 mm February is the driest month.		Kemmanagundi has a Sub-Tropical Highland climate influenced by Monsoon. It has three seasons: Winter (Nov-Feb temp 24-12) followed by Summer (Mar-May 28-16) and Monsoon (June-Oct 22-15) and has a cooler climate throughout the year than most cities in the sub-continent. December is the coldest month with mean temperature of 17, and April is the hottest with a mean of 22.2. Most precipitation falls in July, with an average of 591 mm. February is the driest month.
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	==Transport==		==Transport==
	~~[[File:Kemmangundi Landscape.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Landscapes around Kemmangundi]]~~
	[[File:Hebbe Falls.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Hebbe Falls]]		[[File:Hebbe Falls.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Hebbe Falls]]
	[[File:Picture shot during sunset @ Kemmangundi which depicts amazing beauty of nature.jpg\|thumb\|Sunset at viewpoint in Kemmangundi]]		[[File:Picture shot during sunset @ Kemmangundi which depicts amazing beauty of nature.jpg\|thumb\|Sunset at viewpoint in Kemmangundi]]
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	==Stay==		==Stay==
	Accommodation ~~is available~~ in [[Horticulture]] Department Guest House (known as Raj Bhavan), which provides a number of rooms. Also ~~it is available in~~ Kemmanugundi Hill Resort cottages managed by [[Jungle Lodges and Resorts]].<ref> https://www.junglelodges.com/resort/kemmanagundi-hill-resort/ </ref>		Accommodation in [[Horticulture]] Department Guest House (known as Raj Bhavan), which provides a number of rooms, is availed by tourists. Also Kemmanugundi Hill Resort cottages managed by [[Jungle Lodges and Resorts]] are availed.<ref>{{Cite web\|url=https://www.junglelodges.com/resort/kemmanagundi-hill-resort/\|title=Kemmannugundi Hill Resort}}</ref>

	There is also a Horticulture Department Guest House in Kallathi village, where the Kallathi waterfalls are located.		There is also a Horticulture Department Guest House in Kallathi village, where the Kallathi waterfalls are located.

	==See also==		==See also==
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	* [[Nandi Hills, Karnataka\|Nandi Hills]]		* [[Nandi Hills, Karnataka\|Nandi Hills]]
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	* [[Chamundi Hills]]		* [[Chamundi Hills]]
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	* [[Nandi Hills, Karnataka\|Nandi Hills]]		* [[Nandi Hills, Karnataka\|Nandi Hills]]

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	'''Kemmannugundi''' is a [[hill station]] in [[Tarikere]] taluk of [[Chikkamagaluru]] district in the state of [[Karnataka]], [[India]]. It is 1434m above sea level. This was the summer retreat of Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV and as a mark of respect to the king, it is also known as ''Sri Krishnarajendra Hill Station''. The station is ringed by the [[Baba Budan Giri Range]], with cascades, mountain streams, and lush vegetation, Kemmangundi’s has ornamental gardens and mountains and valleys views. There is a spectacular sunset view from the Raj Bhavan.		'''Kemmannugundi''' or '''Chemmankuntu''' (Red Soil Hill) is a [[hill station]] in [[Tarikere]] taluk of [[Chikkamagaluru]] district in the state of [[Karnataka]], [[India]]. It is 1434m above sea level. This was the summer retreat of Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV and as a mark of respect to the king, it is also known as ''Sri Krishnarajendra Hill Station''. The station is ringed by the [[Baba Budan Giri Range]], with cascades, mountain streams, and lush vegetation, Kemmangundi’s has ornamental gardens and mountains and valleys views. There is a spectacular sunset view from the Raj Bhavan.

	==History==		==History==
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	[[File:Peak Near KGuni.jpg\|thumb\|right\|A hiking peak near Kemmangundi]]		[[File:Peak Near KGuni.jpg\|thumb\|right\|A hiking peak near Kemmangundi]]

	*Z point is a vantage point at Kemmangundi and can be reached by a steep uphill trek of about 45 minutes from Raj Bhavan and is another place from which to view the sunrise. Shanthi Falls ~~near Kemmangundi~~ can be visited.		*Z point is a vantage point at Kemmangundi and can be reached by a steep uphill trek of about 45 minutes from Raj Bhavan and is another place from which to view the sunrise. Shanthi Falls can be visited on the way.<ref> https://www.deccanherald.com/sunday-herald/queen-hill-stations-713642.html </ref>
	*~~Rose garden~~ and rock garden are maintained by the Horticultural Department of Karnataka. Many varieties of roses are cultivated there.		*Krishnarajendra park and rock garden are maintained by the Horticultural Department of Karnataka. Many varieties of roses are cultivated there. Raj Bhavan guesthouse is located within the Krishnarajendra park.<ref> https://www.thenewsminute.com/article/coffee-plantations-history-and-nature-chikkamagaluru-charming-getaway-119128 </ref>
	*Hebbe Falls: A downhill trek of about 8 km from Raj Bhavan takes one to [[Hebbe Falls]] where water streams down from a height of 168 meters in two stages to form ''Dodda Hebbe'' (Big Falls) and ''Chikka Hebbe'' (Small Falls). Jeeps are available from one particular point to Hebbe falls and they charge around [[Indian rupee\|INR]] 700 to 1200 (for an up and down trip depending on the no of people). Hebbe Falls is now a Restricted Area and hence this is no longer a Tourist spot, since this place has attracted the Tigers nearby.		*Hebbe Falls: A downhill trek of about 8 km from Raj Bhavan takes one to [[Hebbe Falls]] where water streams down from a height of 168 meters in two stages to form ''Dodda Hebbe'' (Big Falls) and ''Chikka Hebbe'' (Small Falls). Jeeps are available from one particular point to Hebbe falls and they charge around [[Indian rupee\|INR]] 700 to 1200 (for an up and down trip depending on the no of people). Hebbe Falls is now a Restricted Area and hence this is no longer a Tourist spot, since this place has attracted the Tigers nearby.
	*[[Kallathi falls]] is about 10 km. from Kemmangundi. On the road from Kemmangundi to [[Tarikere]], a deviation takes one to ''Kallathi falls''. It is also known as ''Kallathigiri falls'' and ''Kalahasthi falls''. Water cascades from a height of 122 metres and the temple here is attributed to times of the [[Vijayanagara Empire\|Vijayanagar]] empire. According to a local legend, this place is associated with the [[Hindu]] sage, [[Agastya]].		*[[Kallathi falls]] is about 10 km. from Kemmangundi. On the road from Kemmangundi to [[Tarikere]], a deviation takes one to ''Kallathi falls''. It is also known as ''Kallathigiri falls'' and ''Kalahasthi falls''. Water cascades from a height of 122 metres and the temple here is attributed to times of the [[Vijayanagara Empire\|Vijayanagar]] empire. According to a local legend, this place is associated with the [[Hindu]] sage, [[Agastya]].
	*[[Mullayanagiri]] is the tallest peak in Karnataka and is known for the temple perched on the peak.		*[[Mullayanagiri]] is the tallest peak in Karnataka and is known for the temple perched on the peak.
	*[[Baba Budangiri]] is second tallest peak in Karnataka. It has a [[darga]] and Datta Peetha religious places. Manikyadhara falls and Galikere lake are nearby.		*[[Baba Budangiri]] is second tallest peak in Karnataka. It has a [[darga]] and Datta Peetha religious places. Manikyadhara falls and Galikere lake are nearby.
	*Honnammana Halla falls near [[Attigundi]] and Hirekolale lake are popular with tourists.~~{{fact\|date=August 2020}}~~		*Honnammana Halla falls near [[Attigundi]] and Hirekolale lake are popular with tourists.<ref> https://www.deccanherald.com/content/655649/charming-chikamagaluru.html </ref>

	==Climate==		==Climate==
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	[[File:Picture shot during sunset @ Kemmangundi which depicts amazing beauty of nature.jpg\|thumb\|Sunset at viewpoint in Kemmangundi]]		[[File:Picture shot during sunset @ Kemmangundi which depicts amazing beauty of nature.jpg\|thumb\|Sunset at viewpoint in Kemmangundi]]

	~~===~~Road~~===~~		;Road:
	Kemmannugundi is 53 km from [[Chikkamagaluru]], 17 km from [[Lingadahalli]] and 71 km from [[Shivamogga]] by road. The nearest National Highways, NH-206 or [[NH-48]], connect to [[Bengaluru\|Bangalore]]. There is another route via Mullayyanagiri and [[Attigundi]], a scenic drive. If you are dependent only on public transport then you can catch a private bus from Lingadahalli at 9.30am and the same bus (last bus) comes at Kemmanagundi at 4.30pm goes to Birur via Lingadahalli.		Kemmannugundi is 53 km from [[Chikkamagaluru]], 17 km from [[Lingadahalli]] and 71 km from [[Shivamogga]] by road. The nearest National Highways, NH-206 or [[NH-48]], connect to [[Bengaluru\|Bangalore]]. There is another route via Mullayyanagiri and [[Attigundi]], a scenic drive. If you are dependent only on public transport then you can catch a private bus from Lingadahalli at 9.30am and the same bus (last bus) comes at Kemmanagundi at 4.30pm goes to Birur via Lingadahalli.
	Kemmannugundi is 212 km from [[Mangalore]], and is accessible via road through National Highways, NH-73 and NH-173.		Kemmannugundi is 212 km from [[Mangalore]], and is accessible via road through National Highways, NH-73 and NH-173.

	~~===~~Rail~~===~~		;Rail:
	The nearest railway station is 33 km away at Tarikere, [[Birur]]& [[Kadur]].		The nearest railway station is 33 km away at Tarikere, [[Birur]]& [[Kadur]].

	~~===~~Air~~===~~		;Air:
	The nearest airports are at [[Mangalore]] (212 km) and Bangalore (277 km).		The nearest airports are at [[Mangalore]] (212 km) and Bangalore (277 km).

	==Stay==		==Stay==
	~~The first choice of accommodation for most visitors to Kemmangundi Karnataka~~ is ~~the~~ Horticulture Department Guest House (known as Raj Bhavan), which provides a number of ~~cottages~~. ~~This~~ is ~~a budget dormitory-type accommodation with a double room costing less than Rs~~.~~300~~/-. ~~However, be warned: most visitors are unhappy with the facilities, with unwashed bed sheets and limited (cold) food~~.		Accommodation is available in [[Horticulture]] Department Guest House (known as Raj Bhavan), which provides a number of rooms. Also it is available in Kemmanugundi Hill Resort cottages managed by [[Jungle Lodges and Resorts]].<ref> https://www.junglelodges.com/resort/kemmanagundi-hill-resort/ </ref>
	~~You need to book accommodation at the Horticulture Department Guest House well in advance and it is very rare that you will find a cottage vacant otherwise.~~
	~~Contact details given below:~~
	~~Horticulture Department, Lalbagh, Bangalore~~-~~560004~~
	~~Telephone: 080~~-~~26579231~~
	~~(Between 15 March to 15 July)~~
	OR
	~~Special Officer~~
	~~Krishnarajendra Hill Station, Kemmannagundi Post,~~
	~~Tarikere Taluk, Chickmagalur district.~~
	~~Telephone: 08261-237126~~
	~~(Between 16 July to 14 March)~~

			There is also a Horticulture Department Guest House in Kallathi village, where the Kallathi waterfalls are located.
	There is also a Horticulture Department Guest House in Kallathi village, where the Kallathi waterfalls are located~~. Phone Number of Horticulture Department Guest House Kallathi: 08262-235334. Before calling to Kallathi Guest House, please contact special officer for the availability of rooms at 94810-13320~~.

	==See also==		==See also==

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'''Kemmannugundi''' is a [[hill station]] in [[Tarikere]] taluk of [[Chikkamagaluru]] district in the state of [[Karnataka]], [[India]]. It is 1434m above sea level. This was the summer retreat of Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV and as a mark of respect to the king, it is also known as ''Sri Krishnarajendra Hill Station''. The station is ringed by the [[Baba Budan Giri Range]], with cascades, mountain streams, and lush vegetation, Kemmangundi’s has ornamental gardens and mountains and valleys views. There is a spectacular sunset view from the Raj Bhavan.

==History==
Kemmannugundi (or Kemmannagundi) derives its name from three Kannada words - Kempu (red), mannu (soil) and gundi (pit).

Kemmannugundi was established as the summer retreat of [[Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV]]. He later donated this resort to the Government of Karnataka. The Horticultural Department of Karnataka now develops and maintains the resort and its surroundings.

==Landmarks==
[[File:2005-kemmangundi.jpg|thumb|left|Landscape in Kemmangundi with [[shola]] and [[grassland]]]]
[[File:Peak Near KGuni.jpg|thumb|right|A hiking peak near Kemmangundi]]

*Z point is a vantage point at Kemmangundi and can be reached by a steep uphill trek of about 45 minutes from Raj Bhavan and is another place from which to view the sunrise. Shanthi Falls near Kemmangundi can be visited.
*Rose garden and rock garden are maintained by the Horticultural Department of Karnataka. Many varieties of roses are cultivated there.
*Hebbe Falls: A downhill trek of about 8 km from Raj Bhavan takes one to [[Hebbe Falls]] where water streams down from a height of 168 meters in two stages to form ''Dodda Hebbe'' (Big Falls) and ''Chikka Hebbe'' (Small Falls). Jeeps are available from one particular point to Hebbe falls and they charge around [[Indian rupee|INR]] 700 to 1200 (for an up and down trip depending on the no of people). Hebbe Falls is now a Restricted Area and hence this is no longer a Tourist spot, since this place has attracted the Tigers nearby.
*[[Kallathi falls]] is about 10 km. from Kemmangundi. On the road from Kemmangundi to [[Tarikere]], a deviation takes one to ''Kallathi falls''. It is also known as ''Kallathigiri falls'' and ''Kalahasthi falls''. Water cascades from a height of 122 metres and the temple here is attributed to times of the [[Vijayanagara Empire|Vijayanagar]] empire. According to a local legend, this place is associated with the [[Hindu]] sage, [[Agastya]].
*[[Mullayanagiri]] is the tallest peak in Karnataka and is known for the temple perched on the peak.
*[[Baba Budangiri]] is second tallest peak in Karnataka. It has a [[darga]] and Datta Peetha religious places. Manikyadhara falls and Galikere lake are nearby.
*Honnammana Halla falls near [[Attigundi]] and Hirekolale lake are popular with tourists.{{fact|date=August 2020}}

==Climate==

Kemmanagundi has a Sub-Tropical Highland climate influenced by Monsoon.it has three seasons Winter(Nov-Feb temp 24-12) followed by Summer(Mar-May 28-16) and Monsoon(June-Oct 22-15) and has cool climate throughout the year than most cities in the sub-continent. December is the coldest month with mean temperature of 17 and April is the hottest with a mean of 22.2. Most precipitation falls in July, with an average of 591 mm February is the driest month.
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==Transport==
[[File:Kemmangundi Landscape.jpg|thumb|right|Landscapes around Kemmangundi]]
[[File:Hebbe Falls.jpg|thumb|right|Hebbe Falls]]
[[File:Picture shot during sunset @ Kemmangundi which depicts amazing beauty of nature.jpg|thumb|Sunset at viewpoint in Kemmangundi]]

===Road===
Kemmannugundi is 53 km from [[Chikkamagaluru]], 17 km from [[Lingadahalli]] and 71 km from [[Shivamogga]] by road. The nearest National Highways, NH-206 or [[NH-48]], connect to [[Bengaluru|Bangalore]]. There is another route via Mullayyanagiri and [[Attigundi]], a scenic drive. If you are dependent only on public transport then you can catch a private bus from Lingadahalli at 9.30am and the same bus (last bus) comes at Kemmanagundi at 4.30pm goes to Birur via Lingadahalli.
Kemmannugundi is 212 km from [[Mangalore]], and is accessible via road through National Highways, NH-73 and NH-173.

===Rail===
The nearest railway station is 33 km away at Tarikere, [[Birur]]& [[Kadur]].

===Air===
The nearest airports are at [[Mangalore]] (212 km) and Bangalore (277 km).

==Stay==
The first choice of accommodation for most visitors to Kemmangundi Karnataka is the Horticulture Department Guest House (known as Raj Bhavan), which provides a number of cottages. This is a budget dormitory-type accommodation with a double room costing less than Rs.300/-. However, be warned: most visitors are unhappy with the facilities, with unwashed bed sheets and limited (cold) food.
You need to book accommodation at the Horticulture Department Guest House well in advance and it is very rare that you will find a cottage vacant otherwise.
Contact details given below:
Horticulture Department, Lalbagh, Bangalore-560004
Telephone: 080-26579231
(Between 15 March to 15 July)
OR
Special Officer
Krishnarajendra Hill Station, Kemmannagundi Post,
Tarikere Taluk, Chickmagalur district.
Telephone: 08261-237126
(Between 16 July to 14 March)

There is also a Horticulture Department Guest House in Kallathi village, where the Kallathi waterfalls are located. Phone Number of Horticulture Department Guest House Kallathi: 08262-235334. Before calling to Kallathi Guest House, please contact special officer for the availability of rooms at 94810-13320.

==See also==
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* [[Nandi Hills, Karnataka|Nandi Hills]]
* [[Malnad]]
* [[Chamundi Hills]]
* Kemmangundi
* [[Kudremukh]]
* [[Nilgiris (mountains)]]
* [[Himalayas]]
* [[Kodaikanal]]
* [[Devaramane]]

==References==
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[[Category:Populated places in the Western Ghats]]
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[[Category:Geography of Chikkamagaluru district]]