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According to legend, the kings of Kodagu spent their evenings here. This small pavilion at the western end of Madikeri has breathtaking views of the valley through which the road descends to

Mangalore. It is an ideal place to explore the exquisiteness of Coorg and was one of the most favorite spots of the Raja’s for enjoying the panoramic beauty of the mist-covered blue hills and valleys with green fields. It is this place where the kings used to relish the sunset and beauty of Coorg. Nowadays, it has been developed into a public garden and is frequented by large number of tourists. But what's unforgettable about Raja's seat is the spectacular sunset that one can enjoy from here.

Just 1 km from Madikeri town is this beautiful Shiva temple built by the King Lingaraja II in 1820 to appease the spirit of a Brahmin who was killed by the king. The structure is a quaint mix of Islamic

and gothic styles of architecture with a dome and four turrets at the corners. The installed “Shivalinga” is specially brought from Kashi. The main attraction is the holy pond in front of the temple.

The fort crowning the town built in 1681, with an imposing structure built in European style. Inside is an English church in plain gothic style. The palace within the fort rebuilt by Tippu Sultan in 1790 and

again Lingaraja during 1820. Two life size Elephant, made of mortar with majesty, catches one’s eye on entering. Presently houses few Government offices, public and a Museum of historical relics which is not to be missed.

A 70ft waterfall, formerly named as Jessee Falls in honor of the daughter of first Chaplain of Mercara. An admiring beauty spot for picnic. Bathing and swimming in the deep waters is unsafe here.

A recently built “Namdrolling Monastry”, a famous Tibetan Golden Temple, is a feast to the eyes in Bylukuppe. The Golden Temple adorned with a 60 ft Buddha statue and the recent addition of Zamdong

Palri the copper coloured mountain is an exotic tourist attraction. Fascinating shopping marts selling ethnic Tibetan artefacts and modern fashion wares is a place to be visited. It is also the second largest Tibetan settlement in India.

A beautiful, picturesque picnic spot, where the river Cauvery splits forming an island with a bamboo forest of 65 acres. There is a hanging bridge, Deer Park, Boating, Tree House, Elephant safari are worth going to. Ecofriendly cottages are available here. It is at a distance of 27 kms from Madikeri.

The only reservoir in Kodagu built across the tributary of Cauvery with a height of 47 mtrs and 846 mtrs wide. It is a real picnic spot where you can admire the gushing backwaters and natural beauty.