The Tungabhadra Dam is constructed across the Tungabhadra River, a tributary of the Krishna River. The dam is near the town of Hospet in Karnataka. It is a multipurpose dam serving irrigation, electricity generation, flood control, etc. This is a joint project of erstwhile Hyderabad state and erstwhile Madras Presidency when the construction was started; later it became a joint project of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh after its completion in 1953. The main architect of the dam was Dr Thirumala Iyengar, an engineer from Madras.
Distance: 1km from Homestay
Tunga Canal Bank road behind Hacienda with a 50 acre lake on the side is a perfect place for a morning or evening walk
Agumbe is associated with rainforest conservation efforts, documentation of medicinal plants, tourism (trekking and photography)
Agumbe is a small village located in Shimoga district, Thirthahalli taluk in the Malnad region of Karnataka, India. It is sometimes called "The Cherrapunji of the South" after Cherrapunji, in Northeast India.[2] Agumbe is associated with rainforest conservation efforts, documentation of medicinal plants, tourism (trekking and photography), and the promotion of cottage industry. Naxal communists are active in Agumbe and surrounds.
Distance: 106km from Homestay,Thirthalli road.
Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the famous wildlife sanctuaries of Karnataka. Situated in the Shimoga (Shivamogga) district of Karnataka, this wildlife sanctuary is home to a variety of flora and fauna. The sanctuary covers an area of 395.6 sq. km. The sanctuary is divided into three zones, namely- core zone, buffer zone and tourism zone. It was declared a wildlife sanctuary on 23rd November, 1974.
Distance: 38km from Homestay
Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the famous wildlife sanctuaries of Karnataka
During the peak season in August, it is estimated that more than 5,000 birds visit the sanctuary
Mandagadde is one of the 20 important sanctuaries in the country and attracts birds in large numbers between July and September. Several species of birds lay eggs on the island in sanctuary during July to September, with peak season of August. The birds prefer the top branches of the trees for nesting as the island is partially submerged by the swollen river during monsoon.
This sanctuary is important for bird nesting with over 5,000 birds here during the peak season. A watchtower has been put up for viewing different species of birds. Boating can be taken for closer viewing of the nesting birds.
Distance: 23.8km from Homestay,Thirthalli road.
Located 12 kilometers from Shimoga, popularly known as ‘The gateway of Malnad’, is a small village- Gajanur. This small town is enthroned with River Tunga’s presence and is home of many beautiful birds. Gajanur Dam is built across the River Tunga and is one of the scenic picnic spots for the tourists. Surrounded by lush green fields, plantations and forest, dam is a feast to the eyes.
Distance: 10.1km from Homestay,Thirthalli road.
Located 12 kilometers from Shimoga
The Tyavarekoppa Lion and Tiger Reserve is a popular wildlife destination of Karnataka
The Tyavarekoppa Lion and Tiger Reserve is a popular wildlife destination of Karnataka. It is located at a distance of about 10 km from Shimoga (also known as Shivamogga) on the Shimoga-Sagar Road. The reserve is spread across 200 hectares of land.
Tyavarekoppa Lion and Tiger Reserve is a place to rehabilitate the lions and tigers that are rescued from circuses across India. It is an open zoo where safaris are conducted for tourists by the forest department. The wildlife safari was started in the year 1998.
Distance: 15.4km from Homestay,Sagara road.
Kodachadri is a mountain peak with dense forests (elevation - 1,343 metres above sea level) in the Western Ghats in South India (Shivamogga Dist., Karnataka State). It is declared as natural heritage site by Government Karnataka and it is 10th highest peak of Karnataka.
Distance: 125km from Homestay,Kundapura-Shimoga road.
Kodachadri is a mountain peak with dense forests
Keladi is a temple town in Sagara Taluk of the state of Karnataka in India. Keladi is located about 8 km from the town of Sagara.
Keladi is a temple town in Sagara Taluk of the state of Karnataka in India. Keladi is located about 8 km from the town of Sagara. After the disintegration of Vijayanagar Empire in the Battle of Talikota, the Keladi Nayakas created an independent kingdom and it remained so until it was annexed to Mysore Kingdom by Hyder Ali. Shivappa Nayaka and Chennamma were the rulers of this kingdom.
Distance: 84.3km from Homestay,Sagara road.
The Sakrebyle Elephant Camp is a forest camp for captive elephants in Karnataka. Situated at a distance of 14 km from Shimoga on the Shimoga-Thirthahalli Road, it is considered to be the best camp for training elephants in the state. The camp is maintained by the Karnataka Forest Department.
The Sakrebyle Elephant Camp attracts wildlife enthusiasts and tourists alike. It is one of those ecotourism centres in Karnataka that offers general people an opportunity to look at the huge tuskers from close quarters.
Distance: 7.9km from Homestay,Thirthalli road.
Sakrebyle elephant camp (7km)
World renowned Jog falls (100km) on Sagar-Honnavar-Sirsi Road
Jog Falls, Gerosoppa Falls or Joga Falls is the second highest plunge waterfall in India located near Sagara taluk, Shimoga district in the state of Karnataka. It is a segmented waterfall which, depending on rain and season, becomes a plunge waterfall. The falls are a major tourist attraction and is ranked 131th in the world by the waterfall database. They are also known as the Gersoppa Falls or Jogada Gundi.
Distance: 114km from Homestay,Sagara road.
Gudavi Bird Sanctuary is located in the Soraba taluk of Sagara Subdivision in the Indian state of Karnataka. Gudavi Bird Sanctuary is located on the Banavasi Road in Gudavi of Sorab Taluk which is 16 km from Sorab town. The bird sanctuary is one of the best five of Karnataka. It is spread over an area of 0.74 square km.
Distance: 117km from Homestay,Sagara road.
Gudavi Bird Sanctuary is located in the Soraba taluk
Ikkeri is situated in Sagara taluk about 6 km to the south of Sagara. The word Ikkeri in Kannada means "Two Streets".
There are intricate carvings on the stone walls of the temple. There are carvings & sculptures such as Temple Relief (sculpture consisting of shapes carved on a surface so as to stand out from the surrounding background), Erotica, Fingurine, Old Kannada Manuscript, Sculpted Elephant etc. At present it is maintained by Archaeological Survey of India.
Distance: 81.2km from Homestay,Sagara road.
