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Coorg

Coorg, also known as Kodagu, is the smallest district in Karnataka, renowned for its lush rainforests, spices, and coffee plantations. The Coorgi people, possibly of Greek or Arab origin, are known for their hospitality and unique cultural traditions. The region offers stunning scenery, adventurous activities, and a rich biodiversity, making it a picturesque destination for visitors.

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Coorg

Coorg, also known as Kodagu, is the smallest district in Karnataka, renowned for its lush rainforests, spices, and coffee plantations. The Coorgi people, possibly of Greek or Arab origin, are known for their hospitality and unique cultural traditions. The region offers stunning scenery, adventurous activities, and a rich biodiversity, making it a picturesque destination for visitors.

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COORG

●​ Midway b/w mysore and the coastal town of mangalore sits a


piece of heaven tht must hv drifted from the kingdom of god
●​ coorg or kodagu is the smallest district of karnataka
●​ Home to evergreen rainforest , spices n coffee plantations
●​ The first chief of the indian army - GENERAL CARIAPPA was a
coorgi

➔​Origin of coorg ppl


●​ They r possibly of greek or arab origin
●​ Greek - a part of alexander's army moved south along the coast
n settled when return became impractical
●​ These ppl married among the locals n their culture is apparent
martial traditions , mariage n religious rites which r distinct fmr
hindu mainstream
●​ Arab- the long black coat w an embroidered belt worn by the
kodavus known as KUPPIA resembles KUFFIA worn by the
arabs n kurds

➔​Coorgis are hospitable by nature


●​ They're very welcoming
●​ They are more than wiling to recount numerous tales of valour
related to their sons n fathers - to keep their guests entertained

➔​Scenery
●​ River kaveri obtains its water from hills n forest of coorg
●​ Mahaseer a large freshwater fish is abound in these water
●​ Kingfisher dive in for their catch
●​ Squirrels n langurs drop their partially eaten fruits for the
mischief of enjoy the splash n ripple effect on clear water
●​ Elephants enjoy being bathed and scrubbed in river by their
mahouts
●​ Most laid back ppl also become energetic thru adventures w river
rafting , canoeing , rappelling, rock climbing n mountain biking
●​ Birds , bees n butterflies r ther to give u company
●​ Malabar squirrels , langurs , macaques and slender loris keep a
watchful eye from the tree canopy
●​ Climb to the bramagiri hills brings u into a panoramic view of the
entire misty landscape
●​ Walk across rope bridge - 64 acres island of nisargadhama
●​ Running into buddhist monks from indias largest tibetan
settlement at bylakuppe is a bonus
●​ Monks - red , ochre n yellow robes

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