Dattagiri/ Baba Budan Giri

Dattagiri Baba Budangiri or Bababudangiri or Baba Budan Giri is a mountain in the Dattagiri Hill Range/ Baba Budan Giri Range of the Western Ghats. Located in the Chikkamagaluru District of Karnataka, Baba Budangiri is known for its shrine which is a place of pilgrimage for both Hindus and Muslims.



Peaks in the Baba Budan Giri Range are the Mullayanagiri and Dattagiri/Baba Budangiri (height 1895 m). Collectively, these peaks are known as 'Chandradrona Parvatha Shreni' (Chandradrona Mountain Range) as they naturally form the shape of a crescent moon.

Mullayanagiri also spelt Mullayangiri or Mullainagiri is the highest peak in the Baba Budan Giri Range. With a height of 1930 m (6317 ft.), it is the highest peak between the Himalayas and the Nilgiris.

Manikyadhara Falls is merely a kilometre away from Baba Budan Giri, which inturn is 28 Km away from Chikmagalur.

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Manikyadhara Falls
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Dattagiri/Baba Budangiri is the location of a small Sufi shrine devoted to the saint Baba Budan and Guru Dattatreya. They were revered by both Muslims and Hindus. Its origin appears to be a syncretization of reverence for an 11th century Sufi, Dada Hayath (Abdul Azeez Macci); for the 17th century Sufi Baba Budan, said to have brought coffee to India; and for Dattatreya, an incarnation of Shiva. It has been controversial due to political and religious tension over its status as a syncretic shrine.

Baba Budan was a 17th century Sufi, revered by Muslims , whose shrine is at Baba Budangiri, Karnataka, India. According to legend, he introduced coffee to India by bringing beans from the port of Mocha, Yemen. Apparently, when on a pilgrimage to Mecca, he brought out seven live coffee beans, via Yemen back to India to plant in the Baba Budangiri mountain ranges.

Unique mountain flowers called Kurinji blooms in these hill ranges once in every 12 years and the last time this spectacle happened here was in 2006.

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Top 10 Facts about Baba Budan Giri

Here are Top 10 facts about Baba Budan Giri

  1. Baba Budangiri is named after the Muslim saint Baba Budan, who is credited with bringing coffee to India in the 17th century.
  2. The mountain range is home to the highest peak in Karnataka, called the Mullayanagiri Peak, which stands at a height of 1,930 meters.
  3. The area is known for its natural beauty and is a popular destination for trekking, hiking, and camping. The region is home to several trekking trails of varying difficulty levels, which offer a thrilling experience for adventure enthusiasts.
  4. The mountain range is known for its rich biodiversity and is home to several species of plants and animals. The area is also a popular destination for bird watching and is home to several species of rare and endangered birds.
  5. The area is famous for its coffee plantations, which produce some of the best coffee in the world. The coffee plantations are a major source of livelihood for the local population and are a popular tourist attraction.
  6. The mountain range is also home to several ancient temples and shrines, including the Dattatreya Peetha and the Manikyadhara Falls, which are popular among pilgrims and tourists alike.
  7. The nearby Chikmagalur town is known for its rich cultural heritage and is home to several ancient temples, mosques, and churches.
  8. The best time to visit Baba Budangiri is between the months of September and May when the weather is pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities.
  9. The mountain range is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for adventure and is a great place to experience the natural beauty and cultural richness of the region.
  10. The area is well-connected to other parts of Karnataka by road and rail, and is a popular destination for day trips and weekend getaways from nearby cities like Bangalore and Mangalore.