Kushalnagar is situated in the eastern part of the Kodagu district of the state of Karnataka. This town is located just at a distance of 32 km from Madikeri and 87 km from the region of Mysore. Moreover, the town is placed on the Mangalore-Mysore highway of the state.
The demographic factors of this place strike a perfect balance between races as well as cultures. The place named Bylakuppe is a refugee camp for Tibetans who have settled in the country. The monastery also has a bustling flea market where locally made tibetan handicrafts and other products are sold. The Tibetan Monastery which is located near Kushalnagar is a must visit tourist destination. There is a statue of Lord Buddha, one of the biggest in the world, which is placed in this monastery.
There are also a number of scenic locations which are worth visiting when heading to kushalnagar. The cauvery nisargadhama is an island made out of the river cauvery and forms a natural forest cover. An elephant and deer camp is located inside despite being located right next to the highway.
The other major tourist destinations located in Kushalnagar and other nearby regions include the Harangi Reservoir where adventure sports activities such as river rafting and elephant camping can be done. There are auto rickshaws available in this region which can be hired based on requirement.
