Raja Seat of Madikeri tourism Coorg tourism Kodagu tourism Karnataka tourism its legend says that the local rajas used to watch the sun set from here. Raja's Seat, meaning the Seat of the King is a structure made of brick and mortar and consists of four pillars that are bridged by arches. This place was used by the Kings and the Queens of Kodagu who were the rulers of Karnataka for over 200 years from 1600 to 1834 CE. The seat served as a perfect location for a breathtaking view of the valley and the rolling mountain ranges far ahead. Since it faced the west, it served as the ideal place to capture beautiful sunset view, and hence the Kings and their Queens mostly watched the sunsets from here amidst the lush green gardens and fresh misty air of Coorg. Raja's Seat, a garden with beautiful flowering plants and skilfully designed artificial fountains, is located in Madikeri , Coorg. The garden was a favorite venue to rejuvenate for the Kings of Kodagu, and they loved watching the sunsets sitting here as they spent some memorable time with their Queens.
The Raja's Seat has been built on an elevated ground overseeing the valleys that lie to the west. Early mornings are usually misty and cold, but as the sun rises, the mist clears slowly offering a mind-stirring view of the lush green gardens adorned with colourful seasonal flowers beds. There is also a Toy Train available for your little ones to take a ride on and the fountains have been modified into musical fountains.
A toy train runs all around the garden here. This place is considered of historical importance in the country.
This is a small square viewing spot like a mantapa in brick and mortar of four pillars bridged by arches, enhanced by beautiful surroundings. It is built on a high level ground with a commanding view of the cliffs and valleys to the west.
Raja's Seat Viewpoint
The Raja's Seat View Point is a huge semicircle pavilion built in the garden and located in such a way that the visitors get the best view of the lush green valley below. It is mostly crowded in the evening to watch the sunsets because as it is the best location to experience the mesmerising sunsets and the sunrises. It's incredible when the rays of the sun gently cut through the morning mist and illuminate the rolling mountains and the valleys of Coorg enhancing the natural beauty of the surroundings even more.
28 июл 2022
