Karwar,
the port town on the banks of the Kali Nadi river is situated 519kms
north -west of Bangalore. It is the administrative head quarters
of North Kanara District in Karnataka. Karwar is an ideal place
to relax.Once an important trade centre of the British, French,
Portuguese and the Arabs, the charming town is complemented by glorious
weather and an excellent beach which is said to have inspired Rabindranath
Tagore to pen his first play. The charming town is complemented
by glorious weather and the area is very picturesque with hills
and valleys of the Western Ghats covered with dense tropical jungle
on the way to Hubli. Karwar located 518 kms from Bangalore is known
for its fine muslin. The best time to visit Karwar is December to
May.
Tourist
Destinations
» Dargah
of Peer Shan Shamsuddin Kharobat
The
famous Dargah of Peer Shan Shamsuddin Kharobat, a Baghdadi Saint
is a place of tourist interest for pilgrims.
» Naganatha
Temple
Naganatha Temple is a Temple where an anthill is worshipped. Kurmagad
Island: A visit by launch to the Kurmagad Island, which has an old
fort and a Narasimha shrine, is a must.
» Karwar
Harbour
The
Karwar bay, apart from its scenic beauty, also boasts of an excellent
harbour which is fit for use during all seasons. Devbagh beach is
the most attractive beach in Karwar. Other beaches are Binaga (3kms)
and Arga(5kms) south of the town.
» River
Kalinadi
The
river Kalinadi, flows through the town into the Arabian sea. Motor
launches are available for boating up the river Kali.
» How
to reach Karwar
BY Air : The nearest airport is at Goa (Dabolim
Airport), though entry points are also at Belgaum and Mangalore.
By Rail : Karwar is on the Konkan railway connecting Mumbai with
Goa and Mangalore. Some fast trains do not stop at Karwar.
By Road : Karwar Bus stand is on the southern edge of the town
centre. Road distance of nearby cities: Bangalore: 520 kms, Belgaum:
167 kms, Mangalore: 273 kms, Goa: 100 kms
