BIKERS CLUB JULY 2019 ISSUE | Page 35

Dubare Elephant Camp Nisargadhama There is something about elephants that brings out the child in us. Karnataka is famous for its elephants and the Dubare training facility is a delightful experience for any animal lover. And it's not just elephants, one can also spot leopards, gaurs, bears, peacocks and partridges in the surrounding forests. An island near Coorg formed by the Kaveri river, Nisargadhama can be accessed by a hanging bridge. The place is perfect for vacations and boat rides. The 25-acre island is full of bamboo, teak and sandalwood trees and is a home to animals like deers, peacocks and rabbits. Angling Madikeri Fort The Mahseet fish in Coorg attracts a lot of professional anglers from all over the world. Angling season is from November to March. Apart from having fun at the various fishing camps, one can also enjoy the picturesque views! A place for the history lovers, the original Madikeri Fort was built in the 17th century by Mudduraja and was rebuilt in granite by Tipu Sultan in 1790. Near the fort is a museum that exhibits a lot of Tipu Sultan's possessions as well as artefacts from the British era.