Karighatta

The name of this hill station literally means 'black hills' in Kannada. The mention of this hill station is found even in ancient texts and the name of this there is Neelachala or Blue mountains. The main attraction on this hill is the Lord Vaikuntha Srinivasa Temple. This was established by Saint Birju and the deity is just another form of Lord Vishnu. The idols of Yogaraja Bhrikshu and Bhogaraja Bhriksu are standing on both sides fo the Vishnu idol in this temple. There is also a huge statue of Garuda, the mount of Lord Vishnu facing the idol and is known as the Garudastambha. The rippling sounds of the Loakpavani, a tributary of the Cauvery River makes a sweet noise. The colorful flowers, greenery and the charm of this place increases the divine essence that should be there near any temple. The Chamundi Hills and Mysore City attractions are the nearby places to visit from here.