A Day Trip to Mullayanagiri: Chikmagalur’s Highest Peak

Heading to the green district of Chikmagalur, Mullayanagiri comes to the second highest peak of Karnataka providing an exciting traverse for the tourist. Being a lover of the mountain, what made this one day trip to Mullayanagiri an unforgettable memory was not only because of the stunning view sightseeing but also because of the presence of these hourly hotels chikmagalur to help one have a comfortable stay after a tiring day of sightseeing.

Early Morning Ascent

This egos arose as I woke early enough Being that my plan for the day was to trek up the mountain early in the morning to watch the sunrise. The roads to go to Mullayanagiri which are hilly were curvy and we got the see the beautiful sights of the pleasant countryside of coffee estates and valleys enshrouded with mist. The temperatures dropped as we proceeded in what can be classified as a climb to some extent, every turn had a view that would leave one breathless .

Hiking the Trails

Meantime when I arrived at the base, I immediately began to advance along the motor able trekking trail that would lead me to the top. Though the hiking was at times rigorous this was however compensated for by the greenery of the trail and a few signs of wild life. All the actions I’ve performed until this point contributed to getting me closer to the top – and the beauty, which, as the legend goes, resides above.

Panoramic Views

It was rather like getting to the top of the Matterhorn, in a way. Standing atop the Mullayanagiri summit I saw the world below akin to seeing the world through the lens of a palm. Sringeri hills of chikmagalur appeared endless and the curtain of mist dancing with the first light of the dawn was in some ways like a marriage of opposites. The Castle on its rocky top was visible from the far end of the road towards Arabian Sea adding that pinch of magical view to the Castle.

Moments of Reflection

Therefore, the marvels of free walking within nature assisted me in accepting seclusion amidst the mountains. The cool wind also talked fairy tails concerning the particular region of Mullayanagiri that added sort of mystery. Lastly, I searched for a place with less noise and there I ate bread that I packed thinking of the nature.

Descending with Memories

I was rappelling down from Mullayanagiri and going with me was memories etched on the Mounts of this world. Homebound trip was equally feast and views of little isolated villages in foothills gave lively impressions of people’s lives; people with smiling faces and hot cups of tea or aromatic Chai.

Conclusion

To me, Mullayanagiri was not a one day trek but it felt more like a journey of the soul with mother nature. It is, therefore, provides the needed break or the exciting holiday or the day trip or sight-seeing to the travelers in Chikmagalur with the magnificent scenic beauty of Mullayanagiri. As the sun set over the mountains I know that this was a trek which will always be etched in my heart and always bringing me back to the the top of Chikmagalur. Expanses of homestays in Chikmagalur and lavish resorts in Chikmagalur, this part of the world has it all depending on the taste of the traveler.