Dandeli, also known as the adventure hub of Karnataka, is famous for being the perfect vacation spot for nature and adventure lovers.  History Dandeli lies on the banks of the River Kali in Northern Karnataka, around 75 km from Hubli. The picturesque town is surrounded by deciduous forests and is known for the variety of […]

Karwar is known as the ‘Kashmir of Karnataka’, and with good reason!  History Karwar lies at the confluence of the River Kali and the Arabian Sea, deriving its name from the nearby village of Kadwad (or Kade Wada, meaning the ‘last area’ in Kannada and Konkani). This beautiful beach city lies on India’s western coast, […]

This list of 10 best tourist places in Karnataka is a mixed bag of laid back, adventure, nature, and culture. A nice way to explore Karnataka would be to plan a self-drive holiday through the countryside with your family. It might not compare with the European drive holidays but the joy of driving through the […]

Unspoiled by human habitat, Gokarna is one of the very few tourist towns that have drastically changed its frontier from being a temple town to a beach lovers’ paradise.  History Gokarna has an interesting history and a mysterious legend attached to it. Shrimad Bhagavad Purana mentions Gokarna as the place where Lord Shiva emerged from […]

Sakleshpur’s enchanting mountains, scenic roads, and lush coffee estates are perfect ingredients to make a good weekend holiday. History  A historical town, Sakleshpur has been ruled by Chalukyas and Hoysalas for many years. According to popular legends, during the reign of the Hoysalas, a broken Shivalinga was discovered here and the name ‘Sakleshpur’ came about. […]