Category: Shimoga

Shimoga or Shivamogga is a beautiful district filled with greenery in the Malnad region of  Karnataka. It acts as a gateway to the hilly regions of the western ghats, hence it is also known as” Gateway Of Malenadu”. Adorned with stunning waterfalls, misty landscapes, lush green forests, mighty mountains, and amazing biodiversity, this place is sure to delight all the travelers. Along with it, there are plenty of rivers that flow here and add to the charm of this region namely Tunga, Sharavathi, Kumudavath, Tungabhadra, and Varada. In addition, these rivers make this land fertile and encourage agriculture, hence Shimoga is known as the ‘rice bowl of Karnataka '.If you are roaming, you can mostly spot palm trees dancing and endless stretches of paddy fields throughout the Shimoga. This post will shed light on Places you can visit and Things You can do in Shimoga. Not just that, Shimnoga also has a rich heritage, culture, tradition, and history attached to it. This untouched beauty was ruled by mighty empires of Karnataka like Chalukyas, Kadambas, Gangas, and Hoysalas. Yakshagana, a dance drama, is one of the art forms that are popular in Shimoga. Besides this, there are many local cultures and art forms that add feathers to the cap of tourist in Shimoga No worries, if you are a wildlife enthusiast, nature lover, history fanatic, adventure freak, shutterbug, or a religious traveler, Shimoga has something for everyone. You can experience fun activities like hiking, trekking, swimming, kayaking, Jeep safari, and bird watching. It is one such place which can be visited at any time of the year. But, if you want the best of everything then head to this place post-monsoon from September To February.  Shimoga got its name from the word ‘Shiv-Mukha’ which means ‘Face of Lord Shiva’. Sightseeing And