Mahamaya temple located in Ankola, a city name for the famous trees that naturally grow here, this three hundred year old Mahamaya temple features some of the finest architecture from its period. With walls and ceilings that have been carved into this is definitely a site worth visiting. The city of Ankola itself is also worth a mention due to the role it played in India’s freedom movement, garnering the name of the Bardoli of Karnataka.

Located approximately twenty five kilometers from the small coastal town of Kumta, the Yana caves are the central feature in the thriving evergreen forests of the Sahyadri Mountains. The limestone domed caves are a favourite with wildlife enthusiasts and avid rock climbers, who are drawn to this area throughout the year. To get to this magnificent natural wonder, visitors have to walk several miles on a semi-paved path just off the highway. However, the beauty of this area is enough to keep one occupied during this trek. With majestic mountains, a wide variety of rock formations, magical waterfalls and even a holy temple to see, it would be very hard not to enjoy yourself. Another option for visitors to this area includes hiking up to the popular Vibhuti Falls and camping over night in the surrounding wilderness, enjoying nature in its purest form. The tallest peak here is known as Bhariraveswara Shikhara, which stands at 120 Meters, while the shorter Mohini Shikhara is at 90 meters from the base. Also visible are the beautiful black crystalline limestone features, which have over the years been exposed to the elements and are now carved into various shapes and sizes. Also visible from here are the large number of bee hives that are attached to the rock shelters. The Yana caves are a must visit for all who visit Gokarna.

Dotted around the hills and valleys are 500 plus monuments. Among them are beautiful temples, basements of palaces, remains of aquatic structures, ancient market streets, royal pavilions, bastions, royal platforms, treasury buildings.., the list is practically endless. Hampi is a backpacker’s paradise, the same way the pilgrims delight. Hampi is charismatic even in its ruined state. It attracts thousands of tourists and pilgrims every year. Vast stretches of boulder-strewn hills make the backdrop of Hampi unique.

Vibhuti falls which is a beautiful waterfall about 30 Ft high and is a natural pool. vibhuti falls is located in Vibhuti Falls along the scenic banks of river Gangavali. Enter the gateway to the most unspoilt, untouched and unexplored exciting island by crossing the calm river through boat. Feel the heaven and tranquility surrounded in the crib of evergreen forests, majestic bamboo groves, landscaped garden and palm, impressive flora and fauna, magnificent rivers and natural scenic beauty.

Located in the Shimoga district of the southern state of Karnataka, Jog Falls is the highest untiered waterfalls in India. Unlike other waterfalls, the Jog Falls directly plunges and does not stream onto rocks. The Jogfalls finds its origin in the Sharavathi River and falls from an altitude of 253 metres. The falls is also popularly known as Gerusoppe Falls, Gersoppa Falls and Jogada Gundi.

Murudeshwar temple is Shiva temple, this sacred place presents some beautiful carvings and statues, which has a history that dates back to a few centuries (Threthayuga). The temple which embodies a Shiva Linga is believed to have erupted when Ravana (Demon King of Lanka) flung the cloth covering the Atmalinga at Gokarna while lifting it. Lord Shiva, following a complicated sequence of events, declared that Murudeshwar should be one of his five holy places.

Mangalore is an important city in Karnataka and is situated on the west coast. It is believed that the city derived its name from the temple of Goddess Mangaladevi. Mangaluru literally means the city of Mangala According to legend Matsyendranatha, one of the important propounders of the Nath cult had arrived at Mangalore with the princess of Kerala, Premaladevi. He named her Mangaladevi. It is believed that they could not proceed further as Mangaladevi died after a brief period of illness and a temple was consecrated in her name at Bolar. Later the Mangaladevi was renovated by the Alupa king Kundavarma in 968 AD.