Raja's Tomb (Gaddige), Madikeri (Coorg)


Raja's tomb, which is also known as Gaddige, is one of the most important places in Madikeri, Coorg. This is important for both history lovers as well as for nature lovers, as this monument is located at a place from where we can get a commanding view of one part of Madikeri city.

There are three structures in this complex. The monument was built in the Indo-Saracenic style in 1820 CE. The Indo-Saracenic style appears to be popular during that period. The tombs are in the design of Muhammadan edifices with domes in the center and turrets at the angles.


Two main tombs, one of King Veera Rajendra and his wife, another of his brother Linga Rajendra, which mark the place's significance, are located in the central structure. Shiva Linga symbols are found in the tomb, as the King was a Hindu. A tomb built for a Hindu monarch is unique, as all other tombs in India are built for Muslim Rulers or saints. The graves of the King's priest and the two army commanders are found in the surrounding structures. There is a plaque in the name of General Biddanda Bopu, which calls the remembrance of the brave General who fought against Tipu Sultan.

When you visit Coorg, please do visit this extraordinary place to enjoy nature and majestic beauty. Let me post more exciting places in Coorg. Till then...

Happy travelling.

Coorg


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Comments

  1. Very nice to visit your post for the first time. I would certainly plan to visit Karnataka next year, since this year I have decided to visit Kerala viz. Poovaar & Ashtamudi. Do you have anything to guide me and my wife, both sr. citizens?
    Mangesh Nabar

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  2. Thanks a lot for quick response. We have booked our stay with Club Mahindra resort in Poovaar & Ashtamudi for 3 days each. We have planned to visit Kanyakumaari from Poovaar. We will be looking for other nearbye places. Thanks again.
    Mangesh Nabar

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  3. Thank you once again for your valuable info. I have noted your suggestion for the visit to Padmanabhpuram and Thirparappu waterfalls.How far it is from Poovaar?
    We will be also spending 4 days in Ashtamoodi. Can you please guide the nearbye places to visit.I am happy that I found a very good friend.Regards.
    Mangesh Nabar

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  4. It is strange to not that Hindu rajas rest in tombs!

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  5. no doubt this tomb is unique with a shiva lingam with in

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