A hidden gem that is yet to be discovered by travelers and beach goers, Karwar, India is truly a great place to enjoy a relaxing and fun beach holiday. A destination that is blessed with rugged hill ranges, thick woods, mysterious valleys on one side, and miles of golden sands and gentle blue waves on the other. Add to this the untouched nature of this town, the fabulous fresh seafood available at the beach side shacks and the captivating landscape that surrounds the area, and Karwar is a truly a great get away. Karwar also comes with its share of history and has some great sites in and around it that are worth the visit. The Sadashivgadh Hill Fort with a Durga temple, a unique octagonal shaped Church and the 300 year old Venkatarama Temple are just the tip of the iceberg. In addition, the five majestic beaches of which Devbagh is easily the most enchanting are truly worth the visit. This little beach town in the Karnataka region of India is also very well known for its celebration of a variety of festivals. These include Nagarpanchami, Dussera, Ugadi and Kar Hunnive to name a few, and can be seen and enjoyed by all who visit this area.

Places around Karwar

• Dargah of Peer Shan Shamsuddin Kharobat - This eminent dargah is dedicated to a Baghdadi Saint named Peer Shan Shamsuddin Kharobat.

• Naganatha Temple - This temple is unique since an anthill is worshipped here.

• Kawar Harbor - The Karwar bay has this outstanding harbor that can be used in all seasons.

• River Kalinadi - Flowing through Karwar into the Arabian Sea, this river has provision for motor launches for boating up the river.

• Kurmagad Island - This island nearby has an old fort and a Narasimha shrine worth visiting.

• Rabindranath Tagore beach - Situated about 3 km away from Karwar is Devbagh, a hub for diving and snorkeling. This beach, the most attractive one in Karwar, is said to have motivated. Rabindranath Tagore to write his first play.

• Jog Falls - One of the highest waterfalls in India, Jog Falls is situated about 50 km from Karwar. Jog Falls is formed by the Sharavathi River, gushing down from a height of 253 meters.

• Yana Caves - A popular destination for rock climbing, Yana or Bhairavakshetra is an important pilgrim centre located in a beautiful valley, 60 km from Karwar. Yana can be reached by trekking a distance of about 10 km by foot amidst dense forest.