Sixth Element

Are you looking for a nice, romantic retreat to spend some time away from the chaotic city life? Sixth Element , a luxurious abode that’s nestled amidst nature, offers you a never-before combination of leisure and adventure at Coorg . On one hand, enjoy your pick of adventures at the ‘adventure capital of Karnataka’ and on the other, savour its misty mountain ranges, the lush green forests and the ever so tender chill that is vaguely reminiscent of Scotland. Coorg has always welcomed tourists and nature enthusiasts throughout the year but it truly comes into its own when the month of November arrives. By the time the monsoon retreats, Coorg is left fresh and thriving- ready for people looking for both solitude and adventure. If you are an adrenalin junkie, Coorg has a lot to offer in the month of November. Hiking and trekking in the months after the monsoon offer breathtaking views of the lush green Western Ghats. The wildlife too is at its prime and you can even spot a few w...

Humour us for a moment. Close your eyes and imagine vast mountain ranges covered with velvety greenery, perpetual mists, cool breeze and the mild smell of coffee in the air. Sounds like paradise, doesn’t it? This is what awaits you in Kodagu or Coorg . Coorg is known worldwide for its exotic landscape and idyllic lifestyle and is a must-visit place for anyone who loves nature and tranquillity. Coorg is touted ‘the Scotland of India’ and continues to offer its marvels to guests year after year. October has arrived and the lovely monsoons have left the jade mountains bathed in fresh greenery. The wildlife has found vigour and is at its most active period. The bounty received from rural farming is also ready to be harvested and relished. If you dream of visiting a place as lovely as the paradise, Coorg is the place to be. ‘Look deep into nature and, then you will understand everything better.’- Albert Einstein. If you have an urge to look deep within nature just like the fa...

If you have shied away from monsoons to plan your travel fearing that unpredictable rains would disrupt a good holiday, it is time to re-think and re-evaluate your plans. When the rains come they make their presence felt in no small measure. But the thought of relaxing by the window of your luxurious cottage while sipping some freshly brewed coffee alongside makes monsoon an interesting time to travel. Adorned with large valleys of coffee estates and aromatic spice plantations, Coorg is one of the most popular holiday destinations in India. While this little town is an all-year-round destination, monsoon is the best time to visit Coorg as the town is drenched with the beautiful drops of rain, and the lush-green plantations that offer an enchanting experience. While in Coorg , besides its magnificent beauty, one can have their first-hand experience of a coffee plantation and see the various stages that coffee seeds go through before getting into our cup. Many coffee estates...

Coorg , which is situated amongst the beautiful hills of the Western Ghats offers a slow, quaint, old-fashioned way of life and the touch of rain adds a dash of exuberance to the whole atmosphere. Thick fog that turns it into a mystery land, cool breeze that gives a chill, the thrill of experiencing the hot beverages, and the rains that clears the thick fog cover to unravel the vast lush green landscapes that seems never-ending are just a few reasons why you should head to Coorg —The Scotland of India—during the mesmerizing monsoon . Monsoon in Coorg has its different charm making it the most romantic season of all and a perfect spot for the beloved ones to share the warmth of friendship and love. Foggy conditions and cold weather make this little town swell in full glory which is a sheer delight to watch. Get to experience the splendour of nature and the essence of luxury at Sixth Element Resort which brings to you an amalgamation of serenity and modernization in one. As you...

Coorg isn’t just a beautiful travel destination for wanderers and tourists, it’s becoming a hub for rural farmers to enhance their farming skills. In recent times, Coorg has not only experienced the growth of several luxury hotels and restaurants but also the need for fresh food items for both the residents of the place and the travellers. The agricultural landscape of Coorg is phenomenal with local farmers farming on a varied range of crops including paddy, pepper, coffee, banana, ginger, areca nut, cardamom, clove and many more horticultural crops. Several farmers are involved in coffee and tea plantation that is regarded as one of the popular farming trades in Coorg . But even after great prospects for the farmers of Coorg , there are many among such farmers who are regularly facing troubles sustaining their livelihoods and their families. Several farmers are forced to shift towards urbanization which eventually becomes a major problem for the farmers to survive. Given thi...

Coffee is like a blessing to mankind in the form of a beverage. It’s almost like the only legal drug we all need to start our mornings with. Those of us who love coffee already know how addictive the aroma is and it almost fills our souls in a single sniff. When the coffee plants are in full bloom, it takes on the entire surroundings with its astounding fragrance, making people yearn for a cup even more than ever. Adding to it, when the fruit ripens finally, the mélange of their colour is an absolute sight to behold! We all have different tastes when it comes to this very beverage - some go for black and strong, some like it mild. But do we know how our favourite gift came to exist? Well, let us update you with some bits and pieces about it! Indulge in gaining an in-depth knowledge of coffee cultivation with Sixth Element ’s amazing coffee plantation tour that provides you with an opportunity to witness the complete journey of coffee right from the seed till they are packed and r...

The dreamy serenity, the beautiful green expanse and the generously virtuous river Kaveri flowing regally through the backyards of Coorg have been carrying a beautiful secret in its heart for a long time now. But with every passing day, it seems to have become more and more difficult to contain the glory of the secret, because who has successfully been able to hide the light beaming from a lamp? There’s a Sixth Element found ingrained in the spirit of Coorg, the Sixth Element that is a harmony of the other 5 elements of nature, the one that brings them together in a perfect union. But, what is this Sixth Element? Why is it mystical? Why is it Coorg’s best-kept secret? And why can’t it remain a secret anymore? Well, Sixth Element is a luxury resort situated in the heart of Coorg, embracing all its goodness. Lush greenery for as far as you can see; a serenity that can bring calm into a chaotic life, so much so, that when you sit still with yourself for 5 mins, the o...

Coorg is known for its vast expanse of coffee plantations, scenic landscapes and tranquil surroundings. But something that shouldn’t be overlooked by tourists and travellers is the Kodava cuisine . The availability of fresh spices contributes to the unique and rich flavours of the food . Coorgis are originally known to be a warrior tribe and their cuisine is predominantly non-vegetarian, however with the growing popularity of Coorg as a tourist destination, there has been a steady infusion of vegetarian dishes as well. Coorg shares its southern borders with Kerala so there is a heavy influence on the cuisine as well. Rice and rice-based dishes such as puttu, kadumbuttu or rice flour balls and idiyappam also known as nooputtu are consumed along with side-dishes and are common in most households. To accompany these, their cuisine offers an assortment of hearty curries. The Coorgis are known for their love of pork and one of the popular dishes which is also a local delicacy is the ...