Top 6 Places to Visit in Shimoga District

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Jog Falls also called as Gerosoppa Falls or Jogada Gundi is the second highest plunge waterfall in India located in Sagara taluk Shivamogga district of Karnataka, India. River Sharavathi plunges from a height of 830 feet. It is a segmented waterfall which is one of India's tallest waterfalls and the best waterfalls in Karnataka, Jog Falls is simply a landmark that you cannot miss. Truly a natural wonder. No words to describe to its beauty especially during monsoon season. A must watch attraction. Magnificent view of falls from top. You can go down through steps(1388) to reach bottom of the nearby hill to see the beauty in closest view. Jog Falls is located at approx 18km from Siddapur, 30km from Sagar, 100km from Shivamogga, 87km from Murdeshwar, 402km from Bengaluru, 152km from Karwar, 235km from Goa.

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Agumbe is a scenic small village located near Thirthahalli in Shimoga district of Karnataka, India. This hill station is part of the amazing Western Ghats mountain range and it is know for the heavy rainfall, sunset point and trekking. It is also know as "The Cherrapunji of the South" after Cherrapunji, in Northeast India as the Agumbe ghat is covered with mist almost all the time. Agumbe is near the Someshwara Wildlife Sanctuary and the Kudremukh National Park. Agumbe lies in a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Agumbe ghat road gives a breathtaking experience and is know for it's number of hair pin curves. The reserve forests around Kundapur, Shankaranarayana, Hosanagara, Sringeri and Thirthahalli are collectively referred to as the Agumbe Rainforest. During rains, Agumbe and the surrounding region come alive with several waterfalls namely Kunchikal Falls, Barkana Falls, Onake Abbi Falls, Jogigundi Falls and Koodlu Theertha Falls are some of the popular ones. Agumbe is located at approx 32km from Thirthahalli, 93km from Shivamogga, 61km from Udupi, 98km from Mangalore, 112km from Chikmagalur, 208km from Coorg, 348km from Bengaluru, 324km from Goa.

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Kodachadri is a mountain peak in the Western Ghats, located near Nittur in Shivamogga district of Karnataka, India. it is 10th highest peak of Karnataka. Kodachadri is know as one of the best trekking place in Karnataka. There are different routes to reach the Peak of Kodachadri and the difficulty varies highly with respect to the route chosen. One can also chose a jeep ride service to reach the top of the hill. However it is challenging to reach the peak in monsoon due to heavy rains that make the routes slippery, but to enjoy the natural beauty monsoon season is the best time to visit. The sunset watched from Kodachadri peak on a clear day is an enchanting experience. Super scenic place. Even if you need to climb a bit it's worth the climb. In one of the route you will get to see a beautiful Hidlumane Falls, which you wont' be able to see by jeep ride. Kodachadri is located at approx 16km from Nittur, 37km from Kollur, 112km from Shivamogga, 213km from Karwar, 166km from Mangalore, 296km from Goa, 413km from Bengaluru, 210km from Hubli, 639km from Pune.

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Kavaledurga Fort is one of the ruined fort located near Thirthahalli in Shimoga district of Karnataka, India. This scenic fort is one of the must visit places during monsoons and one of the best places for trekking and photography. Not to be missed is a view from the top of the Fort and the ruins of the main Palace building. There are several monuments and temple inside the Fort Complete which are built during the Keladi dynasty. Fort has three lines of walls and at the center overlooking the western sea is a small temple known as Shikhareshvara or Srikanthesvara temple. Surrounded with a lush green forest and hills, it is a paradise for adventure enthusiasts looking for high altitude kicks. Kavaledurga Fort is located at approx 20km from Thirthahalli, 80km from Shivamogga, 34km from Agumbe, 364km from Bengaluru, 329km from Goa, 133km from Mangalore.

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Kundadri is a beautiful hill top in the agumbe forest range, located near Agumbe, in Shimoga District of Karnataka, India. Amazing sunrise and sunset can be experienced at this place. Hill top lies 3,200 feet above sea level is less crowded and undisturbed by tourists. A 17th century Jain temple dedicated to Thirthankara is located on the top of the hill and the place is known to have given shelter to one Acharya Kundakunda during earlier centuries. One has to drive half an hour from agumbe to reach this place. . Two small ponds formed by the rock on one side of the temple provided water to earlier sages. The regular Kundari trek route takes you around streams to the dense jungle offering spectacular views. Kundadri is located at approx 18km from Agumbe, 32km from Thirthahalli, 93km from Shivamogga, 80km from Udupi, 116km from Mangalore, 347km from Bangalore, 342km from Goa. 689km from Pune.

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Nagara Fort is located in historic village Nagara near Hosanagara in Shimoga district of Karnataka, India. The fort is built on a small hill, beside a lake. Fort is easily accessible as it is located side by the main road in Nagara Village. It is one of the picturesque fort in this area, very nice place for photography and visited by tourists frequently. The fort looks beautiful during monsoon due to the green cover. You can spend about 30-40 mins here. This was called Bidnur earlier and was the last capital city of Keladi rulers. View from the top of the fort is amazing, surrounded by lush greenery, lakes and hills at a distance. The fort has a system to circulate water around it for safety. Nagara Fort is located at approx 16km from Hosanagar, 36km from Thirthahalli, 82km from Shivamogga, 238km from Dharwad, 382km from Bengaluru, 304km from Goa.