Gokarna

 

Gokarna

 

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My name is Sylvia Sen Gupta. If you love to enjoy visit of  Gokarna  , you should see the writing part along with photographs until the end to get a proper guidance of that particular destination, which would make your travel easy and comfortable.

                                       

Gokarna  is a coastal temple town in Karnataka (Mahabaleshwar Temple of 4^th century ).It is famous Hindu pilgrimage sites from ancient  period. Gokarna is describe in the Hindu epic Mahabharata.The classical Sanskrit  poet  kalidas  in 4^th century in his book Raghuvamsha, where he refers to the “ Lord of Gokarna “.Town is one of the most popular  beach destinations for tourists in India. It is naturally “ OM” – shaped  and it is also popular with beach trekkers. Yana Caves hosts the second cleanest village in India.Gokarna is a  temple town and beach destination in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka  state of India.Town is located 14.5463⁰ N latitude and longitude 74.3240⁰ E. The Gokarna town rests at an elevation of approximately 9meters(30 feet) above  sea level.Gokarna is about 238km north of Mangalore ,483 km from Bengaluru and about 59 km from karwar.Town is between the Gangavalli river and Aghanashini river along the karwar coast  by the Arabian sea. It is 200 km north from the college towns of Suratkal and Manipal. Gokarna is a tropical climate characterized by hot ,humid weather and heavy monsoons.Town has average maximum temperatures range from  30⁰ C to 33⁰ C and average minimum temperature range from 22⁰ C to 25⁰ C. Gokarna ‘s average rainfall of about 2,932mm .Gokarna’s history is start from kadamba Dynasty ,then came under Vijayanagara empire. After that the Nayakas has taken control of  town. Then  it become part   of British Colonial.Also post Independence  ,town became part of Karnataka state of India. Type  of religion  available in Gokarna is : Hinduism. Types of language available in Gokarna are : Kannada, Konkani, Marathi, Sanskrit, English and Hindi. Types of tourism sites available in Gokarna are : Sri Mahabaleshwar Temple, Maha Ganapati Temple, Koti Teertha, Om Beach, Kudle Beach, Paradise Beach , Nirvana Beach, Yana Caves, Vibhooti Falls and Mirjan Fort. Types of fairs and festivals available in Gokarna are :  Maha Shivaratri, , Rathotsava (Chariot Festival),  Ganesh Chaturthi, Sky Lantern & Beach Festivals, Sky Lantern & Beach Festivals, New Year's Eve (Om Beach and Kudle Beach. Types of arts and crafts available in Gokarna are : Brass & Copper Artifacts, Seashell Crafts, Kaavi Art, Bohemian & Hippie Apparel, Handmade Jewelry & Accessories,  Pottery & Carved Sculptures. Types of Markets available in Gokarna are :  Traditional Street Markets,  Bohemian Beach Flea Markets Fresh Produce & Spice Markets,  Organic & Herbal Stores. Types of cuisines available in Gokarna are Bangude Rava Fry ,Squid Sukka), Mangalorean Fish Curry, Masala Dosas, fluffy Idlis, Neer Dosa, and hearty vegetarian thalis, Israeli dishes (like Shakshuka), Italian pizzas, pasta, Nutella pancakes, and full English breakfasts. Types of adventure sports available in Gokarna are : Parasailing,  Jet Skiing, Banana & Bumper Rides, Scuba Diving & Snorkeling, Surfing & Paddling, Surfing, Kayaking & Stand-Up Paddleboarding, Gokarna Beach Trek and White Water Rafting Types of restaurants available in Gokarna are : Continental dishes. Popular Namaste Cafe , Preema Hilltop,  Continental & European, Pure Veg & South Indian, Mantra Cafe . Types of Hosptials available in Gokarna are :   Primary Care Clinics, Ayurvedic & Panchakarma Centers,  Dental Clinics,  Multi-Specialty & Tertiary Hospitals. Types of Tourist Guides Available in Gokarna are:Local Independent Guides, Tour Operator / Agency Guides,  Temple & Pilgrimage Guides, Beach & Nature/Trek Guides,  Heritage & Cultural Walk Guides,  Language-Specific Guides, Event & Ritual Coordinators (Guide + Services). List of Tourist Information  center available in Gokarna are :   Government-run Tourist Information Centre (Karnataka Tourism), Private Tourist Information Desks / Travel Agency Counters,   local travel agents and tour operators, Online/Digital “Tourist Information” via Tourism Portals. 

 

Types of accommodations available in Gokarna : Vedic Village Homestay Gokarna, Kahani Paradise, Kudle Beach View Resort And Spa, SwaSwara, CGH Earth , Namaste Sanjeevini , Arthigamya Resort & Spa . Types of tourist transport available in Gokarna are : scooter and bike rentals, local auto-rickshaws, private cabs, and seasonal ferry boats. Goa airport  (GOI or GOX) to Gokarna (~140 km) and Gokarna railway to Gokarna  (10.1 km). The absolute best time to visit Gokarna is between October and March.

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