Madikeri
India · State of KarnatakaIN
City in Karnataka, India
Madikeri, earlier called as Mercara is city and headquarters of Kodagu district in the Karnataka state of India. It is recognised as one of the world's eight "hottest hotspots" of biological diversity and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is ranked 1st in India for clean air and air quality index in 2024.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 33,540
- Coordinates
- 12.426, 75.738
- Timezone
- Asia/Kolkata
- Elevation
- 1061 m
Overview of Madikeri
Madikeri is a compact town in State of Karnataka, India. Population figures land around 33,540. The altitude here is around 1,061 m. A useful hint when you budget your days. Visitors mostly come here for nature, wellness and adventure. Sitting in the northern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern.
Things to do in Madikeri
Nature in Madikeri
(2)Nature in Madikeri covers National Parks and Parks. Plan them together and you have a full day. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Madikeri.
Wellness in Madikeri
(2)Looking for wellness? Madikeri has Hammam and Wellness. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Madikeri.
Adventure in Madikeri
(1)Madikeri records Escape Room under adventure. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Madikeri. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Family in Madikeri
(1)The family shortlist for Madikeri: Playgrounds. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Madikeri. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Best time to visit Madikeri
For trails and green space, April to June and September to October is the sweet spot.
Getting there & around
Reaching Madikeri is easiest with a car once you are in State of Karnataka. Madikeri runs on Asia/Kolkata time.
Similar destinations
Places near Madikeri that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Madikeri known for?
- In State of Karnataka, India, Madikeri stands out for nature, wellness and adventure. That mix defines the typical visit to this 33,540-strong destination.
- What can you do in Madikeri?
- Options in Madikeri run to National Parks, Parks, Hammam, Wellness and Escape Room — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Madikeri?
- For trails and green space, April to June and September to October is the sweet spot.
- Where is Madikeri located?
- You will find Madikeri in State of Karnataka, India. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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