Tag: Shimoga

Karnataka government is all set to launch a new project in connection with the famous Jog Falls. Boating and an amphitheater are planned. The government initially aims to launch a ropeway to the Padmavathi Temple, 400 meters from the Jog Falls. Attempts are also being made to provide boating facilities under the falls. Karnataka Power Corporation Limited is responsible for the construction of the project. The government aims to make Jog a world-class tourist destination. In addition to the Amphitheater, a science park, a jungle lodge, and a cafeteria are being set up. The renovation work is being carried out ... Read more

Anjnapura Dam, Shikaripur, Shimoga District, Karnataka The Anjanapura dam garden in the Shikaripur Taluk of Shimoga to become one the favourite tourist attractions of Karnataka in the coming days. The dam was declared a public tourist place only recently.  The State government had sanctioned Rs 6 crore to develop a garden in the vicinity of the dam area. Cement sculptures of Dollu Kunitha artistes at Anjanapura dam garden (Photo Courtesy: Hindu) The garden will be set up on a 6.5 acre land and has extensive lawns, a music fountain, pergola, walking path and fruit-bearing trees. The Esur freedom struggle – ... Read more