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The origin of the sacred River Kaveri in the Brahmagiri hills, featuring a temple, a holy tank (Kundike), and panoramic mountain viewpoints.
Talakaveri is widely known as the source of the River Kaveri, located on the slopes of the Brahmagiri hills in Coorg. This place is not just a river's origin but a significant pilgrimage center. Visitors first encounter a large tank, the 'Kundike', where the river is believed to emerge as a spring. A dip in this holy water is considered auspicious. Adjacent to the tank are two temples, one dedicated to Lord Agastyeshwara and the other to Lord Ganapathi. The atmosphere is generally calm and spiritual, filled with the sounds of temple bells and chants, especially during festivals.
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Brahmagiri Hills, Talakaveri, Kodagu District, Bhagamandala, Coorg, Karnataka, India
Air
Kannur International Airport (CNN) in Kerala is the nearest, about 115 km away (3-4 hours drive). Mangalore International Airport (IXE) is another option, around 145 km away (4-5 hours drive).
Train
The nearest major railway stations are in Mysore (145 km) and Hassan (140 km). From there, you need to hire a taxi or take a bus to Madikeri, and then proceed to Talakaveri.
Road
Talakaveri is about 48 km from Madikeri, the main town in Coorg. It is well-connected by road from major cities like Bangalore (320 km), Mysore (145 km), and Mangalore (145 km). The final stretch of the road is a scenic but steep mountain drive.
Local Transport
From Madikeri, you can hire a private taxi or a jeep for a round trip to Talakaveri and Bhagamandala. State buses are available but are less frequent. No app-based cabs like Ola or Uber are reliably available for this route.
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