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AMBUTHIRTHA: It is
about 16 Kms to the north west of Tirthahally town. The river Sharavathi
takes its birth here and it is considered holy. A shivalinga is
installed at this spot.
AGUMBE: Nestling on
a ghat head is the picturesque town of Agumbe famous famous for its
glorius sunsets. Other spots include the Gopala Krishna temple and the
observatory.
BALLIGAVI: Famous
for old and ancient temples.
BARKANA FALLS: It
is about 40 Kms from Thirthahally town in Balehalli forest area. It is a
valley with natural water of Seetha river. Height of the falls is about
780 feet.
BHADRA WILDLIFE
SANCTUARY: Bhadra Wildlife sanctuary is partly in Shimoga and partly
in Chickamagalur districts. It is one of the most fascinating
sanctuaries. Barking deer, 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 streams and
cascades as the Raja, Rani, Rocket and Roarer.
HONNEMARADU: 15 Km
from Jog - water sports centre.
KODACHADRI: Hill
station in western ghats.
SIMHADHAMA: A lion
safari park on Shimoga-Sagar road.
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