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273
Kms south-west of Bangalore is Shimoga, once a stronghold of the
Keladi Nayakas. Worth seeing here is the Fort, the Church of the
Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Government Museum.
Around Shimoga (Distances and directions
from Shimoga):
Gajanur lies 10 kms south-west. The dam here is ideal for picnics.
Elephants are trained at the elephant camp here.
Tyavarekoppa, 10 kms south, has a lion and tiger safari.
Agumbe 70 kms south-west, is unforgettable for its glorious sunset.
Jog Falls. These magnificent falls are 105 kms away from Shimoga.
The river Sharavathi takes a pectacular leap at a height of 292
m in four distinct falls - Raja, Rani, Rocket and Roarer - to form
the highest waterfalls in India. The best time to visit these falls
is soon after the monsoons during July-August.
The
backwaters of the Sharavati Wildlife Sanctuary offer excellent opportunities
for water sports.
Kodachadri. 120 kms from Shimoga this beautiful hill station is
nestled in the Western Ghats.
Ambuthirtha. This town is about 16 kms north-west of Thirthahalli.
The river Sharavathi takes its origin here and a Shivalinga is installed
at the spot.
The Mandagadde and Gudavi Bird Sanctuaries are not to be missed.
Accessibility : Shimoga is connected by rail to Bangalore, Mysore
and Hubli, and by road to all the important places in the State.
The nearest airport is Mangalore (200 kms).
273
Kms south-west of Bangalore is Shimoga, once a stronghold of the
Keladi Nayakas. Worth seeing here is the Fort, the Church of the
Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Government Museum. 
The
backwaters of the Sharavati Wildlife Sanctuary offer excellent opportunities
for water sports. 
