Bheemeshwari – a fishing hub
A small town, Bheemeshwari lies on the banks of river Cauvery in Mandya district of Karnataka state of southern India. This town is set amidst Shivanasamundram falls and Mekedatu falls on the NH 209 on the way to village Halagur.
Tourist attractions:
Fishing:
Bheemeshwari is well known for the fishing of Mahseer fish, the finest game fish in India. Herds of anglers visit this destination every year to indulge themselves in fishing. Tourists can come across several fishing camps. These camps provide all basic facilities for tourists.
Trekking:
Bheemeshwari is surrounded by lush green forests. So trekkers can have a memorable time here. Trekking distances vary from four km to 30 km. While trekking in Bheemeshwari, tourists can come across small hamlets of tribes in nearby hills. Travelers can gain knowledge about various wildlife and herbal plants used in Ayurvedic products.
Watchtower:
This tower is located atop a hill in Bheemeshwari. Tourists can take a nature walk to reach this watchtower. Travelers can have a bird’s eye view of the Bheemeshwari town from the tower. Boating and gazing at the sunset in Bheemeshwari is a very relaxing way to spend the time.
Doddamkkali:
This place is a most sequestered camping area located deep in the dense forest. This place is seven km from Bheemeshwari. Tourists can reach this place by boat and road from Bheemeshwari. This spot is worth visiting for adventure lovers.
Galibore:
The road to this spot is more circuitous. Here tourists can indulge in fishing and boating. This is an excellent spot for camping.
Muthatti:
Tourists can enjoy watching wildlife and camp in this place. This village is located upstream at Galibore on the Kanakapuara route.
Sangam and Mekedattu:
Sangam is the place where the rivers Cauvery and Arakavati merge. It is 40 km away from Bheemeshwari. Five km away from Sangam lies Mekedattu (means goat leap). This place is well known for its rock formations sculpted by water erosion.
Kokerbellur Pelicanry:
Bird watchers must visit this place situated 90 km away from Bheemeshwari. Here one can see all kinds of birds ranging right from painted storks to cranes.
Mysore:
This ancient city of Karnataka state is 90 km away from Bheemeshwari. Here tourists can visit various palaces, temples, wildlife sanctuary, mosques, the Brindavan garden etc.
Shivanasamundram:
This picturesque small hamlet is located near Mysore. Shivanasamundram falls is located near this hamlet. The specialty here is that the river Cauvery splits into two streams and falls into two different valleys namely Gaganachukki and Bharachukki. Asia’s first hydro-electric power station is located in this area.
Tourists can see an island is formed between these two streams of the river Cauvery and it houses a famous pilgrim center named Madhya Ranga. It has the Ranganatha temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
The nearest airport and railhead to Bheemeshwari are located at Bengaluru (100 km), the capital city of Karnataka state. This place is well connected with other parts of India. Tourists pass through Kanakapuara and Halguru while traveling by road. Taxis can also be hired from Bengaluru.
Tourist attractions:
Fishing:
Bheemeshwari is well known for the fishing of Mahseer fish, the finest game fish in India. Herds of anglers visit this destination every year to indulge themselves in fishing. Tourists can come across several fishing camps. These camps provide all basic facilities for tourists.
Trekking:
Bheemeshwari is surrounded by lush green forests. So trekkers can have a memorable time here. Trekking distances vary from four km to 30 km. While trekking in Bheemeshwari, tourists can come across small hamlets of tribes in nearby hills. Travelers can gain knowledge about various wildlife and herbal plants used in Ayurvedic products.
Watchtower:
This tower is located atop a hill in Bheemeshwari. Tourists can take a nature walk to reach this watchtower. Travelers can have a bird’s eye view of the Bheemeshwari town from the tower. Boating and gazing at the sunset in Bheemeshwari is a very relaxing way to spend the time.
Doddamkkali:
This place is a most sequestered camping area located deep in the dense forest. This place is seven km from Bheemeshwari. Tourists can reach this place by boat and road from Bheemeshwari. This spot is worth visiting for adventure lovers.
Galibore:
The road to this spot is more circuitous. Here tourists can indulge in fishing and boating. This is an excellent spot for camping.
Muthatti:
Tourists can enjoy watching wildlife and camp in this place. This village is located upstream at Galibore on the Kanakapuara route.
Sangam and Mekedattu:
Sangam is the place where the rivers Cauvery and Arakavati merge. It is 40 km away from Bheemeshwari. Five km away from Sangam lies Mekedattu (means goat leap). This place is well known for its rock formations sculpted by water erosion.
Kokerbellur Pelicanry:
Bird watchers must visit this place situated 90 km away from Bheemeshwari. Here one can see all kinds of birds ranging right from painted storks to cranes.
Mysore:
This ancient city of Karnataka state is 90 km away from Bheemeshwari. Here tourists can visit various palaces, temples, wildlife sanctuary, mosques, the Brindavan garden etc.
Shivanasamundram:
This picturesque small hamlet is located near Mysore. Shivanasamundram falls is located near this hamlet. The specialty here is that the river Cauvery splits into two streams and falls into two different valleys namely Gaganachukki and Bharachukki. Asia’s first hydro-electric power station is located in this area.
Tourists can see an island is formed between these two streams of the river Cauvery and it houses a famous pilgrim center named Madhya Ranga. It has the Ranganatha temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
The nearest airport and railhead to Bheemeshwari are located at Bengaluru (100 km), the capital city of Karnataka state. This place is well connected with other parts of India. Tourists pass through Kanakapuara and Halguru while traveling by road. Taxis can also be hired from Bengaluru.
