7 Reasons why you should visit Sakleshpur

Sakleshpur is a place that is filled to the brim with places to visit and things to do. From spice plantations to coffee trails,  to the region is a town and hill station mixed into one which is a favourite for many a tourist. The hill station is so beautiful that many in South India called the 'Poor Man's Ooty'. Sakleshpur is part of the Hasan region and a weekend should be enough to cover it, especially with Sakleshpur stay with activities. If you're trying to find a place to stay, try and find the Best Homestay in Sakleshpur. These are 7 reasons why should visit Sakleshpur.

1. The Manjarabad Fort who was sent by Tipu Sultan during his reign as king of Mysore. It is situated on top of a hill and has scenic views of The Western Ghats. This fort is definitely a must visit.
2. Bisle viewpoint or Bisle Ghat is a viewpoint in Sakleshpur that offers amazing views of the various mountain ranges in and around Sakleshpur. If you want to see the various mountain ranges such as Kumara Parvatha, Pushpagiri and Dodda Betta, this scenic point is a must visit.
3. Another must do a thing while you are in Sakleshpur is the Green Route Tour and tent camping in Sakleshpur. This one of a kind tour takes you through waterfalls, Jungle and bridges. This route used to be part of an old railway network but that network is currently suspended. Now only a few chartered passenger trains go through this route.
4. If trekking is something that you like a lot Sakleshpur has plenty of trekking opportunities. One such trekking opportunity is Jenukal Gudda. Jenukal Gudda is a small hill in Sakleshpur that offers a fantastic trekking experience as the hilltop offers spell bounding views of the surrounding area. The hill is covered in greenery, hence making you feel like you have come straight out of 80s Bollywood movie with cottages in Sakleshpur. A must visit for couples.
5. The Betta Byraveshwara is an ancient temple which is located on a hilltop in Sakleshpur. This temple is said to be over 600 years old and hence is a must visit for the history buff and religious alike. Additionally, the view from the peak is absolutely breathtaking as it provides stunning views of the valley below.
6. You cannot come to Sakleshpur and leave without trying their famous coffee. The Rafidi Coffee Estate is one of the most well-established coffee estate and the most prominent coffee estate in Sakleshpur. There rolling green hills and spice plantations make for a beautiful setting in which you can walk around in. Definitely, a must visit.
7. The breathtaking views and the lack of any crowds make Sakleshpur the perfect place to try your hand at cycling. The green paddy fields and lush coffee plantations make it a joy to cycle. This cycling can also be done while conducting a nature tour. Conducting a nature tour is well worth the effort and time, especially in a place like Sakleshpur which is booming in it's biodiversity.