Top 7 Festivals of Karnataka

Kambala Festival

Karnataka is a stunning Indian state replete of dazzling beaches, lush vistas and vibrant culture. The festivities rejoiced here are also quite endearing and vivid to get involved in just like the colorful vibes every Indian festival has. It is a quaint essence of South India and the celebrations of each auspicious occasion of this state actually let the travelers experience the joyful aura that Karnataka has. So, here we are with the list of best 7 festivals of Karnataka that are most delightfully celebrated and these occasions are not only a significant part of Kannadigas but also becoming a part of these fiestas will help you become one with the modern yet grounded ambience that this state possesses with all its charm and allure.

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7 Most Haunted Places in Bangalore

Victoria Hospital

The up and coming metropolitan city of Bangalore is a hub of technological and even cultural advancements. The neat and clean city has some of the greatest adventures planned for you, be it in terms of state of the art water parks, national parks, forts and even museums. However the most memorable adventures in Bangalore will be those that combine fear and excitement in your heart. These are the most haunted places that will ignite your curiosity and fuel an eerie fear in your heart. Be ready with a brave face because some of them involve disappearing women, chilling temperatures and gut wrenching cries in the core of the night. Visit these chilling horror stories in the real world for a thrilling experience.

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Gagan Mahal, Bijapur 

Gagan Mahal

Visitor Information

  • Famous for: Sightseeing, Indo-Islamic Architectural Prowess, Historic Significance, Photography, Relaxing with Family, Experience Seeking and Wandering, Connoisseurs.
  • Entrance Fee: Entry to this place is a meagre amount of Rs5 and camera fees are none.
  • Visiting Time: From 8am to 6pm, this fort is pretty much open throughout the day inviting the wanderers to sit in its sprawling lawns and get a breath of archaic air with a beautiful view.
  • Visiting Duration: Between 1 to 2 hours is the average time of duration that you might spend.

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Upli Buruj, Bijapur

Upli Buruji

Visitor Information

  • Famous for: History, Viewpoint
  • Entrance Fee: No fee for this public space
  • Visiting Time: Sunrise to Sunset (Daily)
  • Visit Duration: About an hour

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Gol Gumbaz, Bijapur

Gol Gumbaz Bijapur

Visitor Information

  • Famous For: Mausoleum, Tomb and Historic Place.
  • Entry Fees: Indian Nationals- Rs. 15/- per head, Foreign Nationals- Rs. 200/- per head, Children up to 15 years of age- No Fees.
  • Visiting Time: All seven days of week, 10:00am to 5:00pm.
  • Visiting Duration: Since there are lots of things to be seen inside the tomb, it may easily take you from 1 to 2 hours to finish your visit at the Gol Gumbaz.

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Ibrahim Rauza, Bijapur

Ibrahim Rauza

Visitor Information

  • Famous For: Historic place, Mausoleum, Tomb, Adil Shahi Dynasty
  • Entry Fees: Indian Adults- Rs. 15/- per head; Children up-to 15 years- Free; Other Nationalities: Rs. 200/- per head
  • Visiting Time: 6:00 am to 6:00pm (open on all week days and weekends)
  • Visiting Duration: It may take 30 minutes to 1 hour for the entire tour of the monument.

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Malik-e-Maidan, Bijapur 

Malik E Maidan

Visitor Information

  • Famous For: Tourism, Cannon, Historical significance, Heritage.
  • Entrance Fee: For adults and children who are Indian citizen, the entrance fee to the Gol Gumbaz inside which the great cannon is located is 10 INR per head. For foreigners, the entry fee is slightly higher at 100 INR per head.
  • Visiting Time: Gol Gumbaz opens at 10:00 am in the morning and closes at 6:00 pm in the evening on all the days of the week. It is open on all days except public holidays.
  • Visit Duration: Approximately an hour. If you want to take a thorough tour, it may take a little longer.

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Om Beach, Gokarna 

Om Beach

Visitor Information

  • Famous for: Fun, Beauty, Adventure
  • Entrance Fee: No entrance fee for this public spot
  • Visiting Time: No particular timings
  • Visit Duration: 3 hours to 4 hours

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Maha Ganapati Temple, Gokarna 

Maha Ganapati Temple

Visitor Information

  • Famous For: Hindu Temple, Astounding beaches, Breezy weather
  • Entrance Fee: There are no entry fees for the Temple. You don’t have to pay a dime to enjoy the religious fervor and the presence of the Lord.
  • Visiting Time: It has a fixed schedule for temple timing. It is better to keep it in mind while visiting the temple. It is open on all the days of the week from 0600 – 2030 hours even on public holidays.
  • Visiting Duration: The Temple is not very large. One can easily visit the temple and take the Lord’s blessings in around 1-2 hours. In case you want to perform any special ritual that could take a bit longer. Their exact duration can be enquired from the temple authorities.

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