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"City of Coconuts, City of Education"

Tumkur Tourism

Tumkur is a city located on the hills of Devarayadurga in Karnataka. It is located 69 kilometres from Bangalore and is widely appreciated as an educational hub due to its several prestigious educational institutes. It also relies on its growing manufacturing, agricultural and tourism industries.

Mostly dependent on the agricultural sector for economic growth, Tumkur features extensive plantations of coconut crops, as well as groundnut, paddy and ragi. With a budding tourism industry, the city is also filled with ancient temples, of great historical and religious significance, and hilly areas providing ideal opportunities for thrilling activities such as trekking.

Primarily known as an industrial city, Tumkur is as an important destination as far as food processing projects are concerned. It features the India Food Park, the first of its kind in the country. 

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Places to Visit in Tumkur

1. Sree Siddaganga Mutt 
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An ancient ashram inaugurated by Sree Gosala Siddeshwara Swami in the 15th century, in honour of the revered Shiva Yogi Siddapurushas. The Mutt features educational programs, food and shelter for over 8000 needy children, including approximately 100 visually impaired individuals. The Mutt is under the Sree Siddaganga Education Society, an organization in charge of around 130 educational institutes.

2. Jayamangali Blackbuck Reserve
A refreshingly relaxed region dedicated to lush greenery and the indigenous Jayamangali Blackbuck. This attraction is a dream come true for nature lovers who are encouraged to bring refreshments, explore the area and indulge in unique photography opportunities.

3. Devarayana Durga 
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Devarayana Durga is a world beyond the city, with panoramic views, offering for thrilling trekking opportunities. One may also visit the grand Yoganarasimha and Bhoganarasimha temples, dedicated to Hindu deities at the peak of this hillock, which are adorned with stunning embellishments and intricate carvings.

Local Culture of Tumkur

The People of Tumkur
Tumkur's people are known to be friendly and helpful to visitors and can converse in Kannada, the official language, as well as English to a lesser extent.

Naming the City
Tumkur is named after "Tumbe Ooru", an indigenous flower variety belonging to the region.

Tumkur Festivities
Ganesh Chaturthi and Pongal are the main festivals, which are grandly celebrated in the area.
The former marks the birth of a Hindu deity referred to as Ganesh, while the latter is a harvest festival. These festivals occur in August or September and January, respectively. Both festivals are of Hindu origin, thereby highlighting the influence of Hinduism on Tumkur's culture.

Food and Restaurants of the Region

A Flavourful Visit
Tumkur's cuisine ranges from tasty street food to flavorful traditional meals, which include varieties to suit both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dietary preferences. Food in the city has notable influence from Maharashtrian and South-Indian cuisines, thereby producing unique mouth-watering delicacies.

South-Indian Twist
Due to its South-Indian characteristics, dishes such as dosas (of different varieties), idlis, and maddur vada, among others are widely appreciated. Besides, rice is a major component of an individual's diet in Tumkur and is used to create typical dishes. These include Kempannna or Mosaru (boiled rice and curd), Bisi Bele Bath (rice with vegetable curry), Avalakki (rice balls), Mosaranna, Chitranna and Puliyogare, among others.

Traditional Delicacies
Traditional foods also include cash crops such as ragi (millet) and ghee, without which a dish is considered to be incomplete. Recommended eateries where one may indulge in Tumkur's wholesome, delicious food include Swathi Delicacy, Vilasi Delight, Pavithra Hotel, and the Hut among others.

1. Swathi Delicacy
An eatery specializing in Asian cuisine, Swathi Delicacy particularly serves North-Indian and South-Indian varieties. It is an excellent option for refreshments required by travellers. 
Location: Bangalore-Mangalore highway, 4 kilometres From Yediyur, Bangalore, N.H. 48, Kunigal, Tumkur
Open Time: 6:30 AM to 10:30 PM.

2. The Hut
As suggested by its name, this restaurant is distinguished by its hut-like structure and fascinating ethnic decor. It is equally famous for its Chinese, North-Indian and South-Indian fused flavours.
Location: 2nd Cross, M. G. Road, Tumkur
Open Time: 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
                   6:00 PM to 10:30 PM

3. Vilasi Delight 
A joint that offers visitors mouth-watering, traditional refreshments while providing an unforgettable ambience. One is given the privilege of dining in a relaxing garden environment with scenic views, which is enhanced by the staff's excellent hospitality.
Location: MG Road, Behind Krishna Theatre, Tumkur
Open Time: 8:00 AM to 11:30 PM

4. Pavithra Hotel 
The perfect place to indulge in a South- Indian feast featuring dishes such as Idli and Dosa, among others. As a result, this eatery is often crowded and facilitates needs for a quick meal, by specializing in takeaway services.
Location: Near Karnataka Bank ATM, Kyathsandra, Tumkur.
Open Time: 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM.

Tumkur History

The region of Tumkur can be traced back to as far as 400 AD under the control of the Ganga family up to 1025 AD. Tumkur came under the rule of the great Vijayanagara Empire from the 13th to 17th century, followed by the Wodeyars of Mysore, who were in power until independence. The Wodeyars of Mysore in 1916 established Tumkur as a town. Additionally, in 2010, it was incorporated into a city corporation alongside twenty-two neighbouring villages.

Traveller Tips

  • Beware of common thieves and pickpockets in crowded areas.
  • Make bookings in advance to avoid problems concerning accommodation.
  • Create provisions for hygiene, including everyday items such as hand sanitizer.

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How to Reach Tumkur

How to Reach Overview

Tumkur is connected well by road and rail. The nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), Bangalore, located at a distance of 66 kilometres from Tumkur. The railways connect to all the neighbouring cities. But not to any major stations. There are buses that go to all major cities in Karnataka. 

How to reach Tumkur by flight

Tumkur’s nearest airport known as Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), Bangalore, is located at a distance of 66 kilometres from the heart of the city followed by Mysore Airport (MYQ), Mysore, at a distance of 127 kilometres.

How to reach Tumkur by train

The city of Tumkur is connected to neighbouring regions by a recently renovated efficient railway system. It is also a part of the South Western Railway Zone of the country. Impressively, Tumkur’s railway station connects to over 17 other railway stations within a 100 kilometre radius.

How to reach Tumkur by bus

Tumkur, is functional under the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC). It possesses bus facilities connecting the district to major cities such Bangalore at a distance of 73 kilometres via NH4 and NH206, Mysore at a distance of 154 kilometres and Hassan at a distance of 128 kilometres among others.

Local transport in Tumkur

Tumkur, a moderately sized city allows for easy and convenient transport through traditional methods such as cab services, private vehicle rentals and auto-rickshaws although visitors and residents are mainly dependent on the excellent bus services available. The city features approximately a hundred KSRTC bus units which facilitate transport to and from any part of the town including both rural and more developed regions of Tumkur. Tumkur Cabs and Savaari are cab services that are widely appreciated in the area and can be contacted through their respective applications.

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What is famous about Tumkur?

Tumkur is a culturally rich city that displays the effect of changing technologies and development in India.

What is not so good about Tumkur?

Accomodation for visitors is scarce, so one must plan their visit in advance.

Who should visit Tumkur?

A visit to Tumkur is recommended to those interested in indusstrial development, traditional food and culture, the education sector and nature lovers.

What is the best time to visit Tumkur?

Tumkur with overall pleasant climatic conditions has an average temperature of 24.4 °C. It has an annual 630 millimetre average of precipitation, which is mostly concentrated in the monsoon season from June to September. With its typical dry weather, Tumkur can be visited all year round although the period of November to March is recommended for those travellers who wish to be on the safe side.
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What is the best way to reach Tumkur?

Tumkur is connected well by road and rail. The nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), Bangalore, located at a distance of 66 kilometres from Tumkur. The railways connect to all the neighbouring cities. But not to any major stations. There are buses that go to all major cities in Karnataka. 
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What are the places near Tumkur?

The top places near to Tumkur are Bangalore which is 67 km from Tumkur, Nandi hills which is located 62 km from Tumkur, Savandurga which is located 51 km from Tumkur, Mysore which is located 127 km from Tumkur, Shivagange which is located 61 km from Tumkur

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