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General Information |
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 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. The 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.
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Excursions |
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Gokarna |
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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,
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Bhatkal |
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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. |
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Banvasi |
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140 kms from Karwar, is a temple town mentioned in the Hindu
epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. |
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Shivganga Falls |
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140 kms away, amidst scenic surrounding, the river Souda falls
into a deep valley from a height of 74 m to from the falls. |
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Dandeli |
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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. |
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Magod Falls |
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A few kms from Karwar, is a scenic delight. The Bedti river
plunges into a 180 m rocky valley in two leaps.
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Travel Info |
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Air : Nearest Airport -
Mangalore |
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Road : Karwar is connected by road to Goa, Belgaum, Hubli,
Dharwar, Mangalore and Mysore. |
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