Periyapatna: A historical town lost in modernization

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Overview: I knew this place called Periyapatna as a small town on the way to Madikeri. It happens to be my wife's granny's place as well. So on my recent visit to granny's house, I thought of exploring this small town. It was good to learn that there is more in Periyapatna than just serving as a pit stop point to Coorg. The Granny's place was located at a calm and clean area and was very well maintained with areca nut plantations all around. We visited the Fort which was probably built by the Kodagu rulers of Coorg and then further renovated by Tipu Sultan where he held the Kodava king Dodda Vira Rajendra as a prisoner. The fort walls cover the entire area and there are entry and exit points which lead to Periyapatna lake. I took one of the exit points of the fort and the lake was amazing. The early morning mist added to its beauty and the lotus flowers were blooming on the surface. On the way back I took a leisurely stroll along the streets where houses were built in traditional manner which are difficult to be seen in cities.
      

 In the evening, I took the chance to visit the ancient Chennakeshava temple which was probably built by the Hoysalas in the 12th century. The structure was great but was painted in silver and black which was not too impressive. The temple was locked but we had chance to appreciate the temple from all sides. The temple lies in the state of neglect and needs immediate attention.
From here we went to the two more popular temples in Periyapatna, the Kannambadi Amma and Masanikamma temples which are frequented by the villagers.
    

How to reach: Bus: KSRTC buses plying from Bangalore and Mysore to Madikeri have to pass via Periyapatna.
By Car: Travel towards Mysore and after Srirangaptna take the right deviation towards Elvaala to reach Madikeri road. Turn right at Elvaala to reach Periyapatna.
Food/Accommodation: Accommodation is slightly difficult to get in Periyapatna. Though good Homestays are available in Kushalnagar and Madikeri which are not very far. This can also be taken as a day trip from Bangalore and Mysore.
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Comments

  1. R Niranjan Das26 September 2012 at 11:44

    Interesting place Arun. That is a good find.

    http://rajniranjandas.blogspot.in

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  2. Puru@ShadowsGalore26 September 2012 at 11:47

    Such beautiful photographs !!

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  3. D.Nambiar27 September 2012 at 06:16

    That fort looks nice even with those creepers.

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  4. Arti27 September 2012 at 09:18

    Stunningly beautiful place with equally beautiful pictures! Thanks for sharing.

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  5. ರಾಜೇಶ್ ನಾಯ್ಕ27 September 2012 at 14:05

    Good One!

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  6. Sushma Harish27 September 2012 at 14:16

    I have visited the place as we passed by via mysore, but never knew so many things about it. Thanks for sharing.

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  7. Aravind GJ27 September 2012 at 19:26

    Beautiful. Thanks for the information.

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  8. Krishna/à´•ൃà´·്à´£3 October 2012 at 11:46

    Interesting and beautiful place...

    Photos of house resemblance with kerala house

    thanks

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  9. Unknown18 December 2012 at 17:29

    thanks for uploading my home town ,even i also don't no where it is actually the temples

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  10. manju B.16 January 2013 at 14:33

    Happy for Uploading Periyapatna photos

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  11. Unknown10 December 2013 at 17:19

    i inspired my home town photos thanks for uploading, beautiful Tawarakere (the lotus pond), fort with creepers looks good.
    manju baliga.
    respond

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  12. Anonymous29 May 2014 at 17:39

    good discovery on the fort ! Will surely visit this place sometime.

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  13. Unknown7 July 2014 at 15:24

    wel come soon

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