Karnataka is the 8th largest state in India, bordered by the Arabian Sea to the west, Goa to the northwest, Maharashtra to the north, Andhra Pradesh to the east, Tamil Nadu to the southeast, and Kerala to the southwest.

It is the home of information technology also known as the " silicon valley of India ". Major IT companies like Wipro, Infosys, TCS, etc have made their headquarters in Karnataka. It is also the backbone of most major BPO centers in India serving as the world's back office.

With its history dating back to pre-historic times, Karnataka is has also been home to some of the most powerful empires of ancient and medieval India. Ranked as one of the most popular tourist destination, Karnataka has an array of ancient sculptured temples, modern cities, scenic hill ranges, unexplored forests and endless beaches.

Karnataka's six largest cities sorted in order of decreasing population are, Bangalore, Hubli-Dharwad, Mysore, Gulbarga, Belgaum and Mangalore. The major cities along with main tourist destinations in Karnataka are as follows:

The capital Bangalore is today a world renowned metropolis.It has become a paradise of electronic whiz kids, as the major manufacturers and buyers like ITI, BHEL, BEL, etc all originally started here. Bangalore with its noise, pollution & traffic jams was ealier known as the Garden City. It is home to numerous public sector enterprises such as heavy industries, software companies, aerospace, telecommunications, machine tools, heavy equipment, and defence establishments. Bangalore is known as the Silicon Valley of India owing to its pre-eminent position as the leading contributor to India's IT industry. Bangalore has developed into one of India's major economic hubs and was mentioned by CNN as one of the "best places to do business in the wired world"

Madikeri or Coorg is known for its Misty hills, lush forest, acres and acres of tea and coffee plantation, orange groves, undulating streets and breathtaking views that make for an unforgettable holiday. Set amidst verdant valleys, imposing mountains and teak wood forests, this is one of the most beautiful hill stations you can visit.

Hassan is a quiet and peaceful town & a convenient base to visit Shravanabelagola, Belur and Halebid.From Hassan, you can visit Shravanabelagola, an important Jain pilgrim centers. where one can see the 17 meter high monolith of Lord Bahubali - the world's tallest monolithic statue.

Belur, once the capital of the Hoysala Empire, is approximately 40 kms from Hassan. Both at Belur & Halebid, which is some distance away have Some of the most intricately carved temples are still around showcasing the Elephants, episodes from the epics, sensuous dancers.

Mysore, famous for its magnificent Palace is also the second largest city in Karnataka. The city has still an old world charm which have not given way to modern amenities. In addition to its beautiful silk sarees and sandalwood oil, Mysore is famous for sandalwood and rose wood carved articles...

Nagarhole National Park - a perfect getaway for bird lovers and wildlife enthusiasts alike; a place rich in forests, little streams, undulating valleys and fascinating waterfalls; a haven for many wild denizens and one of the last safe asylums for the Asian Elephant. Visiting Nagarahole would undoubtedly be an ethereal experience...a trip to paradise and back.

Kabini River Lodge - Nestled in the southern fringes of the Nagarhole National Park, the Kabini River Lodge is a perfect getaway for nature lovers. The breathtaking locale with the tranquil backwaters of the River Kabini presents an ideal setting for a long-awaited vacation.

Kabini River Lodge - Nestled in the southern fringes of the Nagarhole National Park, the Kabini River Lodge is a perfect getaway for nature lovers. The breathtaking locale with the tranquil backwaters of the River Kabini presents an ideal setting for a long-awaited vacation.

Mangalore is the port city of Karnataka state. The city's landscape is dominated by rolling hills, coconut palms & freshwater streams.It is India's ninth largest port, in terms of cargo handling. It handles 75% of India’s coffee exports and the bulk of its cashew nuts.

Belgaum lies about 500 kms from Bangalore towards Maharastra state. It actully borders Maharashtra & Goa and today is famous for its expertise in medical tourism.

Hampi, the most well known tourist site in Karnataka . This was the medieval capital of the Hindu empire Vijayanagara (the City of Victory). Hampi today is listed as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Hampi is charismatic even in its ruined state. It attracts thousands of tourists and pilgrims every year. Vast stretches of boulder-strewn hills make the backdrop of Hampi unique.