Kemmangundi

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Kemmangundi ಕೆಮ್ಮಣ್ಣುಗುಂಡಿ is a hill station in Karnataka, India. The picturesque hill station of Kemmangundi is located at a height of 1434m above sea level. This was the summer retreat of Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV. Ringed by the Baba Budangiri Range and blessed with silver cascades, mountain streams, and lush vegetation, Kemmangundi’s beautifully laid-out ornamental gardens and enchanting mountains and valleys views are a treat to the eye. The spectacular sunset view from the Raj Bhavan is a photographer’s delight. For the adventurous at heart, Kemmangundi offers many peaks to scale and intricate jungle paths to explore. It is located in the Chikmagalur district.

Contents 1 Name 2 Peaks 3 Flora and fauna 4 Water 5 Culture and tourism 6 See also 7 References 8 External links

[edit] Name

Kemmangundi (or Kemmanagundi) derives its name from three Kannada words - Kempu (red), mannu (soil) and gundi (pit) and means a place with red soil.

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[edit] Flora and fauna

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[edit] Culture and tourism

Chikmagalur or the Horticulture Department Guest Houses at Kemmangundi are available for visiting tourists for stay. However, they book only 10 days in advance. For reservations contact:

Special Officer
Krishnarajendra Hill Station,
Kemmangundi Post,
Tarikere Taluk,
Chikmagalur - 577 101
Tel: 08262-235334 / 08261-237126        

Director of Horticulture
Lalbagh,
Bangalore – 560 004
Tel: 080-6571925. (other numbers 26573667/26579231)

Rangers Camp Ballavara Kemangundi 08261 258138

Bangalore Ph : 98450-50892

[edit] See also

• Kodachadri Range
• Karnataka
• Western Ghats
• Kudremukh

[edit] References

• Link

[edit] External links

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