Coorg. Known throughout the world as the 'Coffee Cup of India,' it is a perfect home away from home for the discerning traveller. A lush plantation paradise punctuated by pristine forests, this land has a unique charm that has not been spoilt by man's intrusive hand. Fresh air, captivating sounds of nature, and the heavy fragrance of seasonal coffee blossoms refresh one's senses.

In this Blog on Coorg, we take you on a journey through tropical evergreen forests to a long–gone era of sprawling homesteads. Spiced with a dash of local lore and sprinkled with a colonial legacy, it is a journey of discovery into the heart and soul of a primaeval land.

Cultural Extravaganza: Kodava Music & Dance Forms

Published on: 02/12/2024 | Contributors: Sharmila Chand

When I heard the soulful voice of Sharada Somaiya singing “Lilale”, as the opening notes of the trailer for the first episode “Hidden Sounds”, I got bowled over and started digging deep into the music of the Kudiya tribe. The powerful voice accompanied by the ‘dudi’ drum made of wood and goat’s skin, echoes in rhythmic beats. One gets transported to the rolling hills and deep forests of Coorg, the home of the indigenous tribe.

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A Visual Spectacle On The Tree Tops

Published on: 01/10/2024 | Contributors: Sharmila Chand & Vikram Nanjappa

As I sat savouring my neer dosa at 'Plantain Leaf', fine dining restaurant at Evolve Back Coorg, I heard a distinctive sound, ‘click click’ from a nearby Jackfruit tree. I jumped in delight, as I felt I am finally going to witness a sight I have been dreaming of since the day I have arrived in Coorg. And yes, I did! Scarlet, shy, beautiful, she was absolutely still on the top branch - my first rendezvous with the Malabar Giant Squirrel!

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