General Information

The town Shimoga, on the banks of Tunga river, lies about  (274 kms) south-west of Bangalore was the stronghold of the Keladi Nayakas during 16th century AD. Worth seeing here is the fort, the Church of the Sacred heart of Jesus and the Government Museum.

Places to See

This imposing structure, built in the Roman and Gothic styles of architecture, has beautiful stained glass panels.

The museum displays palm leaf manuscripts, coins, copper plates and statues made in the Hoyasala style. An interesting exhibit is 18.29 meter long ancient accounts book.

Though the fort is largely in ruins, the recently renovated Seetharamanjaneya shrine is an excellent example of the elegance of Hoysala workmanship.

Excursions

(10 kms) The forest department has set up the Shetthally Lion safari here.

(18 kms) This industrial town, the 'Steel Town', is situated on the banks of the Bhadra river. The 13th century Lakshminarasimha temple, belonging to the Hoysala period, is found in the center of the old town.

(70 kms) Situated at 826 meters above sea level, it is known for its fascinating sunset, the best during the month of November.

(88 kms) The highest waterfall in India, the river Sharavathi, flowing over a rocky bed, reaches a steep chasm of 292 meters and leaps down in four distinct falls, Raja - Rani - Rocket and Roarer presenting a view of extreme grandeur. The Mahatama Gandhi Hydro-electric Power Station is functional here. The Sharavathi Valley Wildlife Sanctuary is located at 40 km form Sagar town. 

Gajanur lies (10 kms) south-west. The dam here is ideal for picnics. Elephants are trained at the elephant camp here.

This natural bird sanctuary is located on the banks of Tunga river. Every year, flocks of migratory birds take shelter on the leafless tress found here. 

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