Barkana Falls , Manipal
About Barkana Falls
Barkana falls in Shimoga district of Karnataka are located among the lush greenery of the Western Ghats. Barkana Falls are in Agumbe town, most famous as the filming location for R.K Narayan's novel Malgudi Days. The falls are formed on Seeta River and are a hugely popular picnic and trekking destination. The view from the top of the mountain of the Barkana falls gushing downwards is mesmerizing. Barkana is also a prominent site for hydroelectric project of Karnataka state. Tourists enjoy adventure sports, trekking, fishing and enjoying the beauty of nature when they are in the vicinity of Barkana Falls.
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Places to Visit near Barkana Falls
Agumbe, Karnataka
4.6 km from Barkana Falls - See map
Agumbe is a village of just a thousand people set into the hills. The high yearly rainfall contributes to the green lushness of the landscape. It...
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Hingaara - the Nature Stay, Karnataka
11 km from Barkana Falls - See map
Hingaara Nature Stay in Guddekeri is close to Agumbe on the way from Thirthahalli. It is a 300 year old heritage house converted into a resort...
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Kundadri Hill, Shimoga, Karnataka
21 km from Barkana Falls - See map
Kundadri Hill is located in the Western Ghats in the Shimogha District of Karnataka. Kundadri is mountain peak crowning dense forests. As well...
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Sringeri, Karnataka
28.7 km from Barkana Falls - See map
Sringeri is a hill town where Sri Ad Shankra had built Kala Bhairava Temple in the East, Kere Anjaneya Temple in the West, Kalikamba Temple in...
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Shringeri Sharadamba Temple, Karnataka
30.9 km from Barkana Falls - See map
Sharadamba Temple or Shringeri Sharadamba Temple is dedicated to goddess Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge. The temple was founded by Sri Adi...
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Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka
*31.5 km from Barkana Falls - See map
Located in Chikmagalur and Shimoga districts of Karnataka, Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary is renowned for housing substantial tiger population....
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Kunchikal Falls, Karnataka
52.9 km from Barkana Falls - See map
Kunchikal Falls on Varahi river in Shimoga, Karnataka fall from a height of more than 450 mts. They are considered as the highest 'tiered'...
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Karkala, Karnataka
54.5 km from Barkana Falls - See map
Karkala is a relaxed town famous for its Jain Basadis and the gigantic monolithic statue of Bhabali. Famous amongst Jain pilgrims as there are 14...
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Sri Krishna Matha, Karnataka
57.4 km from Barkana Falls - See map
Sri Krishna Matha was established by Vaishnavite saint, Sri Madhwacharya in 13th century. According to Hindu Mythology, Sri Madhwacharya saved the...
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Hanumana Gundi Falls, Karnataka
60.8 km from Barkana Falls - See map
Hanumanagundi Falls also known as Suthanabbe Falls is one of the most famous tourist attractions in the Kemmanagundi National Park and located...
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Sri Pajaka Kshetra, Karnataka
61.5 km from Barkana Falls - See map
Sri Pajaka Kshetra, a little village, is a sacred place where Sri Madhwacharya was born and bought up. Pajaka village is located closer to...
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Malpe Beach, Karnataka
62.7 km from Barkana Falls - See map
Malpe is a tiny suburb on the outskirts of Udupi city. It is one of the natural harbors. It is serves as a fishing harbor too. This place is...
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