Information About Coorg Tourism

Shopping In Coorg:

The hill station is not a popular shopping destination but still offers a satisfying shopping experience to its travelers. The markets of Coorg might not be famous for branded clothing, electronics, high-end accessories, or cosmetics but these markets certainly feature certain exclusive products that provide a unique shopping experience to the tourists. Here’s some essential information about Coorg shopping which will answer the two most important questions- ‘what to buy’, and ‘where to buy’.

There are a number of popular markets in Coorg where one can indulge in a heart-filling shopping experience and purchase unique goods to take back as memories from their exhilarating trip. Some of the most popular markets in Coorg are Virajpet Market, Kushalnagar Market, The Coorg Wildlife Society, and Friday flea market. These markets are the hub of shopping in Coorg where one can buy Coorg special items like sarees, imitation jewelry, souvenirs, chocolates, coffee, spices, honey, oranges, and more.

Nightlife In Coorg:

Nightlife in Coorg might not be as flashy as that of urban cities but the nightclubs and bars of the city offer decent nightlife to the tourists. Here’s some brief information about Coorg’s nightlife, and some of the best places which will surely add excitement to your trip to Coorg.

Hive Bar: Located inside the luxurious Taj Madikeri Resort & Spa, Hive Bar is one of the top places to enjoy the nightlife in Coorg. Its contemporary decors, upmarket ambiance, exotic drinks, and variety of foreign-made liquors along with delicious culinary delights provide an exhilarating experience.

Planters Club: Step into this dazzling retro bar during your stay in Coorg to witness the party culture of Coorg. Known for its sophisticated ambiance, traditional setup, lip-smacking cuisine, and variety of liquors, Planter’s Club offers a complete party feels to add some fun to your trip.

The Lost Horizon: If you wish to spend some relaxing time during your vacation then head to this amazing bar in Madikeri. With wooden decors, colonial-style ambiance, and a sports bar type feel, The Lost Horizon is one of the best places to enjoy a laid back evening.

Festivals In Coorg:

The hill station of Coorg also possesses a rich culture which reflects through the festive celebrations throughout the year. The people of Coorg celebrate a number of festivals like Kailpold, Kaveri Sankramana, Puttari, and more. These festivals are celebrated with huge pomp and show, and with the same enthusiasm and zeal every year.

The Kalipold festival is dedicated to celebrating the passing of paddy growing festival (in September) while the Puttari festival marks the beginning of the traditional harvesting season (in November/ December) in Coorg. One of the most important festivals for the people of Coorg is Kaveri Sankramana. This festival is celebrated in the month of October to mark the rising level of the Kaveri river. To witness the celebrations of these festivals, travelers can plan their vacation to Coorg in accordance with the festival dates.