HOME TO ENDLESS COFFEE PLANTATIONS, Chikmagalur is where the aromatic beverage was first introduced to India by a Sufi mystic from Yemen, known as Baba Budan, who migrated here in the 17th century. And it has remained an important hub for planters who’ve been immersed in the businessof coffee production. For tourist, it’s a perfect springboard for visits and treks to nearby peaks and waterfalls. Kemmannagundi, Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary and Kudremukh are the major attractions around here.
