Exploring The Local Cuisines Of Chikmagalur– Taste Of “akki Roti And Koli Saaru”

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Chikmagalur is a beautiful land amidst solitary and natural serenity. It is situated in the south-western part of Karnataka. Surrounded with lofty hills, magnificent waterfalls and many religious places, Chikmagalur is a beautiful forestry region. The waterfalls of Chikmagalur enhance the beauty of the land and are the major attractions of tourists. Monsoon invites the greatest number of tourists to this place due to the enchanting view that it offers during that period of the year. The lovely valleys, rolling hills and lush plantations add an exotic aura to this land of scenic beauty.

Chikmagalur has the history of being given as a dowry to the younger daughter of Rukmangada. Famous for its tea and coffee plantations, Chikmagalur is blessed with both nature’s beauty and ancient architecture. There are a number of tourists’ spot in Chikmagalur and the most popular and most frequented ones are: the Mahatma Gandhi Park, Kodandarama temple, and the Jamie Mosque, St.Joseph’s Cathedral, and The Ishwara temple. Along with these historical places the rivers, tea and coffee gardens and hills attract tourists as well. Besides, ...
... the Suggi habba or the harvesting festival gives the opportunity of witnessing Kolata, Salu Kunitha, Suttu Kunitha, the Raja Kunitha and Fire walking to the tourists. Therefore, the festivals too host a huge amount of tourists from the different ends of the world.

Chikmagalur is well-connected through all modes of transport with the rest of the country and hosts a wide range of hotels and resorts and thus offers the tourists a completely delightful stay. However the perfect touch to all these are brought by the tempting taste of the local cuisines of Chikmagalur. The mainstay Chikmagalur cuisines include the "Akki Roti" and "Koli Saaru" which is the most popular food among both the natives and the tourists. While Akki Roti is the bread made out of rice flour, Koli Saaru is the chicken curry spiced up with the flavors of Chikmagalur.

The typical flavor in the local cuisines of Chikmagalur is brought by the aroma and taste of coconut milk. Almost all the curries are garnished with the flavor of coconut milk. Fish dishes are also favorite ingredients of Chikmagalur cuisines and are very popular among tourists. Also the Nendranga chips of Chikmagalur are famous all over the world. Apart from these the natural coffee of Chikmagalur is the perfect add on for a complete Chikmagalur cuisine. Explore the local cuisines of Chikmagalur and add the perfect taste to the trip of Chikmagalur.

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