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Uttara Kannada or
North Kanara is located along the Western coast of India with 140 Km length of
coastal line. It has varied geographical features like thick forest, perennial
rivers and rich in flora and fauna. 80% of the district is covered by forests
mainly concentrated in Joida, Yellapur and Sirsi Talukas.
The languages spoken
here are Hindi, Kannada, Konkani, English, Marathi & Tulu. The cultural pattern
of the people has been influenced by Northern Karnataka, Goa and
Maharashtra.
Uttar Kannada is the
heart of Western Ghats and is well known District in Karnataka for its natural
beauty. Compiled with thick rain forest, rivers, waterfalls, hilly terrains,
paddy fields, areca - coconut gardens and sea, it has got its unequalled
landscape. Economy of the district depends on its plentiful natural resources.
Agriculture is the
main occupation of the people. With scenic beauty it is filled with traditional
culture of different people. The district has many mysteries to uncover making
the visitors raise their eyebrows at every juncture.
It is also the land of
rivers. The main rivers are Kali, Gangavali, Aghanashini, Sharavati. The other
rivers are Venktapur and Varada. These rivers form many waterfalls; the famous
waterfalls include Jog falls, Unchalli falls, Magod falls, Shivaganga falls,
Lalguli and Mailmane waterfalls. Nature is the teacher of the district.
Major Town:
Sirsi is the Taluk headquarters in Uttara Kannada District.
Situated in the heart of the Western Ghats, Sirsi is a famous temple town of
Karnataka state surrounded with picturesque thick deciduous forest and a large
number of waterfalls. The name appears to have been derived from lord Shiva's
head means the 'Shirsha' in Kannada language. Sri Marikamba Temple, Sonda
Mutt's (Sri Swarnavalli Mutt & Sri Vadiraja Mutt), SahasraLinaga, Unchalli
Falls, etc. are the major tourist place. Sirsi is a hill station town in Uttara
Karnataka.
This town is surrounded with thick green forest & with
many water falls. Hubli being the nearest city, business opportunities are
plenty. People engage themselves in the production of Supari (Betulnut) in a
huge quantity, which is the main business. The nuts grown here are transported
to all over India, and also exported abroad. The region is also popular for
many other spices like cardamom, pepper, betel leaves and vanilla. The major
food crop is paddy and rice is the staple food of the people.
Sirsi city is famous for the Marikamba temple, which is the
main attraction for millions of devotees who rush in from all parts of the
country. It is also a popular destination for trekkers and nature lovers alike,
owing to its idyllic location in the middle of the Western Ghats. Many
viewpoints and mountain peaks provide spectacular views of the Sahyadri
mountain ranges.
