Shimoga
Travel Guide
Ambuthirtha:
It is about 16 kms to the North-West of Thirthahally Town. The river Sharavathi
takes its birth here and it is considered holy. A Shivalinga is installed at
the spot.
Agumbe :
Nestling on a ghat head is the picturesque town of Agumbe famous for its glorious
sunsets. Other spots include the Gopala Krishna temple and the observatory.
Belagavi :
Famous for Old Temples.
Barkana falls :
It is about 80 kms from Thirthahally Town in Balehalli forest area. It is a
valley with natural water of Seetha river. Height of the falls is about 259
mts.
Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary :
Bhadra wildlife sanctuary is in the Shimoga and Chikkamangalur district is one
of the most fascinating sanctuaries. Barking dear, Flying fox,Mongoose, Elephant,
Panther, Gaur and birds like King Fisher, Weaver bird can be seen in this Sanctuary.
Gudavi :
A bird Sanctuary near Soraba.
Jog :
60 kms from Honnavar. The river Sharavathi spreads into four steams and cascades
as the Raja, Rani, Rocket & Roarer.
Honnemaradu
15 km from Jog Water Sports Centre.
Kodachadri :
Hill Station in Western Ghats.
Sinhadham :
A Lion Safari Park on Shimoga-Sagar Road.
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