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Glimpses of India

Coorg

Question and Answers

Q1. Where is Coorg?
A. Coorg is the smallest district of Karnataka and is located somewhere
between Mysore and the coastal city of Mangalore.

Q2. What is the story about the Kodavu people’s descent?
A. It is said that the Kodavus are of either Greek or Arabic descent. According
to one story, a part of Alexander’s army could not return to its homeland and
so, settled there. As the traditional dress of the Kodavus, Kuppia is similar to
the dress of the Arabs and Kurds, the Kuffia, it is said that probably the
Kodavus are descendants of the Arabs.
Q3. What are some of the things you now know about

i. The people of Coorg?

A. People of Coorg are known to be descendents of the Greeks or the Arabs.
This is because of their dressing style. They are independent and ferocious.
They are the bravest soldiers in the Indian Army. At the same time, they are
welcoming and are known for their hospitality. They have married amongst
their locals and their culture is very different from what is seen in mainstream
Hindus.

ii. The main crop of Coorg?

A. Coffee is the main crop of Coorg. During the monsoon season, when the
weather is pleasant and the wind is blowing, it carries with it the strong
fragrance of coffee. Coffee estates with colonial bungalows are abundant and
even provide home stays for visitors to experience the Coorgi way of life.

iii. The sports it offers to tourists?

A. A variety of high-energy adventure activities are offered to tourists like river
rafting, canoeing, rappelling, rock climbing and mountain biking. Trekking is
also one of the famous activities.