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About Banavasi
Set on the banks of River Varada, Banavasi is an ancient temple town located in Uttara Kannada District of Karnataka. The town shares its borders with the Shimoga district, which lies in the Malnad region of the Western Ghats. Located between the......Read more on Banavasi
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Sirsi
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Ranked 1 of 7Places to Visit in Banavasi
- Type: Other
Sirsi is a town in Karnataka situated near Banavasi, at a distance of 24.4 km. Tourists visiting Madhukeshwara Temple can also travel to this destination, which is known for its waterfalls. Jog, Magodu and Unchalli Falls are located near Sirsi and offer opportunities for trekking. The town also...
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Madhukeshwara Temple
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Ranked 2 of 7Places to Visit in Banavasi
- Type: Religious
Madhukeshwara Temple, constructed during the 9th century by the Kadamba Dynasty, is famous for its architectural designs and carvings. The temple has several monolithic stone works such as a stone couch and triloka mantapa depicting heaven, earth and the nether. The idols of Lord Shiva and Lord...
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River Varada
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Ranked 3 of 7Places to Visit in Banavasi
- Type: River
River Varada that originates in Vardamoola in sagar taluk flows through the Western Ghats. The river flows at the edge of the town before joining the Tungabhadra River at Galaganath.
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Sahasra Linga
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Ranked 4 of 7Places to Visit in Banavasi
- Type: Religious
Sahasra Linga is located near Sirsi and is visited by devotees of Lord Shiva all round the year. The place possesses hundreds of stones with Shiva Lingams carved on them. Located on the banks of River Shalmala, the site has derived its name due to the presence of these uncountable carvings.
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Sri Marikamba Temple
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Ranked 5 of 7Places to Visit in Banavasi
- Type: Religious
Sri Marikamba Temple is situated to the north of Karnataka. The temple is renowned for a 7 ft tall idol of a wooden deity that is believed to have been found in a tank. It is believed to be the biggest idol and temple dedicated to Marikamba in Karnataka.
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