Madikeri

Understand

The history of Madikeri is related to the history of Kodagu. Kodagu became the part of British India after 1834.

The history of Madikeri is related to the history of Kodagu. From the 2nd to 6th century AD, the northern part of Kodagu was ruled by Kadambas. The southern part of Kodagu was ruled by Gangas from 4th to 11th century. After defeating the Gangas in the 11th century, Cholas became the rulers of Kodagu. In the 12th century, Cholas lost Kodagu to the Hoysalas. Kodagu fell to the Vijayanagar kings in the 14th century. After their fall, the local chieftains (Palegars) started ruling their areas directly. These were defeated by the Haleri kings who ruled Kodagu from 1600-1834 AD. Haleri kings made the place Haleri, near Madikeri as their capital. Mudduraja, the third king among the Haleri kings started levelling the land around Madikeri and built a fort in the year 1681. This place was named as Muddurajakeri which later became Madikeri. Kodagu became part of British India after 1834.

The traditional sari is worn here in reverse, and you can still see older women wearing it in the traditional Kodagu style.

Get around

Taxis and autorickshaws are available at reasonable rates. Local buses are not available in plenty. Walking may look tedious inside the town but once you are one km away from the main road it is a very pleasant experience with the smell of coffee piercing your nose.

Buy

Madikeri is famous for coffee and pork, you can also try for good quality liquor which suites the local condition

Eat

thumbnail|Idli and Pork are popular in Madikeri

Madikeri is famous for pork. It is one of the few places in India where pork is a delicacy.

Vegetarians may like Kanika International in Kushal Nagar. However it is at the foothills of Madikeri & one may not like it as there is no good view of the hills there.

Drink

Most hotels come with attached bars. There are several liquor shops attached throughout the city.

Sleep

Heritage Resort: It is 11 km from Madikeri. It is set on a slope. About 10 cottages. No room service. One has to trek to the top to the restaurant. Food is just okay. Hospitality is excellent. Breakfast is not ready before 8:30AM. Always have a vehicle when you travel to Coorg as every place is so far off.

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