Over the last week, I was away on a vacation to Coorg (which has become an annual affair for our family over the last 5 years). With the monsoon having set in already, this vacation was all about lazing, eating & time spent with the family. But come sun or rain, everytime we come to Coorg – we come back with a wish to return ASAP!

Check one of my earlier photo features on Coorg.

Some information about The Scotland of India:

• Mercara is about 280kms from Bangalore – best accesses by road
• Many theories exist about the roots of the Coorgis or Kodavas (the locals) – but none confirmed or established. They are ancestor worshipers who have adopted a lot of Hindu rituals over the centuries.
• The Kodavas are known for their contribution in the following – Indian Armed Forces, hockey in India & coffee growing.
• The Kodavas supported the Britishers in keeping Hyder Ali / Tipu Sultan at bay. As a result of which they received quite a few favors – quite a few of which they enjoy even now.
• Homestays are a favorite way to stay. Orange County & Club Mahindra – Kodagu are a couple of first class resorts in the area.

Some sites about Coorg:

• http://www.travelcoorg.com/html/about_coorg.html
• http://www.coorgtourisminfo.com/
• http://www.karnataka.com/tourism/coorg/
• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kodagu