Karnataka
Cities
( Karwar )
Karwar
is 520 kms west of Bangalore. Karwar has one of the most beautiful
beaches in the country which is said to have inspired Tagore to
pen his first drama. Th e
drive of 160 km from Hubli takes one through hills first and valleys
covered with dense tropical jungles and plenty of wildlife. The
Kalindi river flows through the town into Arabian Sea. Motor launches
are availale for boating up to the Kali river. Karwar is also known
for its fine muslin. The muslin industry was started in 1638 by
Sir Willam Counten who had opened a factory here.
You
can make boat trips up the spectacular Kali Nadi from the bridge
three km north of town. A stroll to the bridge to witness the sunset
and the spectacular shades of light in the surrounding Ghats is
about as exciting as the local entertainment get.
EXCURSIONS
Gokarna
60 kms south, is of Karwar, this coastal town has, among other
things, an ancient temple with the Atmalinga. Gokarna is also a
famous center for Sanskrit learning. The Om Beach and the Kutle
Beach nearby, are also worth a visit.
Bhatkal
135 kms south, is a historical township. The ancient port town
has temples of vijayangar times and many interesting Jain monuments.
16 kms away is the scenic holy place of Murdeshwar. The temple here
attracts a lot of devotees and tourists. The Pigeon Island is off
the Nurdeshwar coast. The beaches at Goanna, Bhatakal and Murdeshwar
are undiscovered and thankfully unspoilt.
Banvasi
140 kms from Karwar, is a temple town mentioned in the Hindu
epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata.
Shivganga
Falls
140 kms away, amidst scenic surrounding, the river Souda falls
into a deep valley from a height of 74 m to from the falls.
Dandeli
93 kms from Karwar, is a popular holiday resort. The wildlife
sanctuary here abounds with a variety of rare animals. The cave
with shivalinga-like laterite formations is also well worth a visit.
Magod
Falls
A few kms from Karwar, is a scenic delight. The Bedti river
plunges into a 180 m rocky valley in two leaps.
TRAVEL
INFO
Air:
Nearest Airport - Mangalore.
Road:
Karwar is connected by road to Goa, Belgaum, Hubli, Dharwar,
Mangalore and Mysore.
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