Chikkamagaluru (Chikmagalur), locally written ಚಿಕ್ಕಮಗಳೂರು, is a district in Karnataka, India, with its headquarters in Chikkamagaluru city. Set along the Western Ghats and adjoining plains, it is known for coffee estates, forested hills and scenic landscapes. Baba Budangiri is closely associated with the region’s coffee-growing heritage, while Mullayanagiri is Karnataka’s highest peak.
Kannada is the principal language, and local life reflects the traditions of the Malnad region. Coffee cultivation, farming, trade and tourism support the economy, with plantation work important to many households. Notable destinations include the pilgrimage town of Sringeri, the Hoysala-era temples at Belavadi and Amruthapura, and the forests and wildlife habitats around Bhadra.
Common civic concerns include road maintenance, reliable drinking water, healthcare access and public transport in dispersed rural communities. Residents also weigh tourism development against waste management and environmental protection. Farm incomes, plantation workers’ welfare, human–wildlife conflict and monsoon-related landslide risks are important district-level issues.