Netrani island, an island in Karnataka assumes the name ‘The Heart Shaped Island’ owing to its form that is naturally shaped like a heart. Located in the Arabian sea, about 19 kms from Murudeshwar, it is also called the Bajrangi island and Pigeon island. It is situated in Bhatkal taluk in Uttara Kannada district and […]
Basavaraja Durga Island – The fort island of antiquity
Far away from the maddening bustles of human settlement stands the Basavaraja Durga Island. Located off the coast of Honnavar Taluk in the Uttar Kannada District, the island is trying to hold on majestically to its half-forgotten history. Cradling in green and golden hues on the Arabian Sea only 4 km from the Honnavar town, the […]
Places Near Murudeshwar – Of Pilgrimage and Adventure
There are many places near Murudeshwar and most of them are must visits. Let’s take a look. Notwithstanding the hackneyed concept of the regular tourists associating a quintessential visit to Karnataka with the capital city Bangalore, the garden city Mysore, and the coffee hill town Chikmagalur, this beautiful state of India has a lot more […]
Bhatkal Beach – Sun, Sand and Bhatkal
Bhatkal beach is one of the most beautiful beaches, located near the famous Murudeshwar temple in the Uttara Kannada region. The famous Jog falls is also close by, attracting visitors in droves.