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ADICHUNCHANAGIRI

AdiChunchanagiri is an unique historic site and temple city sitiuated in Nagamangala taluk of Mandya district of Karnataka, 16 kms away from Nagamangala town. This place is blessed with hills and picturesque landscape. Its agreeable climate and impressive landscape attracts tourists from all over the world. AdiChunchanagiri is the seat of Swami of Vokkaliga community. The two major attractions of AdiChunchanagiri are the Adichunchanagiri Math and the Peacock Sanctuary.

AdiChunchanagiri is a noted place of pilgrimage, popular for Bhairava worship. The two natural cave temples here are dedicated to Siddheswara and Someshwara. Another main attraction is the gangadeshwara temple. Besides this there are temples that are scattered throughout the city.

The AdiChunchanagiri Mutt is also located here. Lord Kalabhairaveshwara is worshipped at Adichunchanagiri Math. The Mutt also runs a Medical College here.

Apart from being a historic site it will also grab the attention of animal lovers. The Adichunchanagiri Peacock Sanctuary is worth visiting. The altitude of the sanctuary may vary from 770 to 1000 meters. If one is touring the Adichunchanagiri sanctuary during monsoon then the sight of the dancing peacock is sure to captivate him. The main idea behind this national park is to preserve animals. Bonnet macaque, fruit bat, jungle cat, hare and common mongoose have chosen Adichunchanagiri as their dwelling place. The sheer diversity of the birds will definitely woo your hearts. The conservation of the peacock will remain the first and foremost issue with the authorities.

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