The Jade @ Coorg,Karnataka

A true paradise for the holidayers, the beauty of this 170 year old Kodava home is retained without losing its charm and regality. You could look forward for an authentic experience of the culture, cuisine and hospitality of the Kodavas to the fullest. Close proximity to Nagarhole, Wayanad and Iruppu falls makes your stay even more exiting. Apart from sight seeing, trekking and Safari you could also spend a bright sunny morning at the private river in JADE.

Brahmagiri Hill is a peak in the Western Ghats of South India. Brahmagiri is situated on the border between Wayanad District of Kerala state on the south and Coorg District in Karnataka on the north side. Brahmagiri Hill at 1608 m height, is a scenic tourist attraction. Narimale peak and the Brahmagiri peak can be trekked from the base of Iruppu falls. Narimale camp is 4.5 km from Iruppu falls and can be covered in 1.5 to 2.5 hours depending on your fitness. From the camp, you can trek to Narimale Peak, which is about 1.5 km, and takes around 1.5 hrs to go and come back. Brahmagiri Peak is 5 kms and takes around 2 to 2.5 hours to climb up. Another place to visit is Munekal Caves, which is 3.5 kms from the camp. Munekal caves is called as Pakshi Patalam at Kerala side of the sanctuary. 
   

A stream flowing down the Brahmagiri hill range, plunges down 170 feet in two stages with a resounding roar into a rocky valley surrounded by dense forest. The Iruppu falls can be approached through a climbing path of one km from the Rameshwara Temple, located near the Lakshmana Theertha river. Iruppu is also ideal for trekking. A forest trail from Iruppu falls leads to the Brahmagiri peak (5700 feet). Ideal time for trekking is between November and February.  

The Nagarahole (meaning snake stream in Kannada) sanctuary derives its name from a serpentine river which flows through the park. The 640 sq km of gently undulating terrain at the foothills of the Brahmagiri hills is covered with thick tropical forest, grassy swamps and numerous rivers and streams. The Forest Department conducts tours along well-defined routes for tourists, in the early mornings and evenings. One can be sure of seeing the bison, elephant, spotted deer, sambhar, barking deer, wild boar, mongoose, peakcock, jungle fowl and many other birds and animals. The enchanting 247 square-mile park was originally designated as a game sanctuary. Nagarhole, in the Coffee land of Coorg was declared a National park in 1974.

The term Wayanad literally means 'land of swamps'. It is one of the prominent wildlife sanctuaries of Kerala. This is also a part of the Nilgiri Biosphere reserve, contiguous with Madumalai sanctuary in neighbouring Tamil Nadu and Bandipur Sanctuary in Karnataka, covering an area of approximately 500 sq. kms. It is home to great herds of deer, elephants, and Gaur. Many types of monkeys are also seen, as well as those elusive animals, such as the Slender Loris. Other wild animals that can be sighted here are Panthers, Jungle Cats, Civet Cats, Wild Dogs, Bisons and Bears. A jeep ride is the best way to explore the wild attractions of the park. Peacock, Babblers, Cuckoos, Owl, Woodpecker and Jungle Fowl are few of the numerous birds that are seen flying in the park.

Surrounded by Kambamala, Karimala and Varadiga, the Thirunelly temple is a marvel of temple architecture. The shrine is shielded with 30 granite columns and the ground is paved with huge square pieces of granite. The crystal clear waters of the Papanasini river running downhill add to the enchantment of the place.