This lovely picnic spot is an hours drive (40 kms) from Bangalore. Its in the periphery of Banneraghatta National Park.
The Muthyalamaduvu Falls or the Pearl Valley Falls is a gushing stream cascading down from a height of 92 m. The drops of water strewn across the rock surface on impact lend the appearance of scattered pearls. Hence the name. The fall, its sereneambience and the lush green valley is a huge draw for visitors.
Overlooking these falls is a small shrine dedicated to Shiva, adding a religious touch to the place.
How to Reach:
By Road: From Bangalore head out on Bannerghatta Road, continue from National Park to reach Anekal
Nearest Railway: Bangalore
Nearest airport : Bangalore International airport
By Road: From Bangalore 40 kms
Friday, November 13, 2009
Jog Falls is situated on the borders of Shimoga and North Kanara, 100 Kms from Shimoga city.
Jog Falls is situated on the borders of Shimoga and North Kanara, 100 Kms from Shimoga city.
The Western Ghats gives rise to the Sharavati river that plunges from a height of 829 feet in four magnificent cascades namely Raja, Rani, Roarer and Rocket. Jog falls, being the tallest waterfalls in India is situated in the dense evergreen forests, 16kms from Talguppa nearest railway station, Shimoga district, Karnataka. You can also reach this falls en route National Highway 48 or 4. The effect is greatly heightened by the wild and beautiful region around which is covered with a wealth of luxuriant vegetation. The steps cut into rocks will lead you to the very depths of the fall and shower you with vaporous spray that bounces off these rocks.
During Monsoons the Jog falls voluminous creating a spectacular sight with rainbows every now and then. One can take a adventurous walk at the bottom of the gorge when the sluice gates of the Linganmakki dam are closed.
The best time to visit the Jog is in winter when the sky is clear of the mist.The place is well connected by rail and road from Shimoga city and number of government & private buses ply between Shimoga and Jog Falls.
Jog falls is also known as Gerusoppaa falls, is the highest untiered waterfalls in India as it drops directly and does not stream on to the rocks.
August-December is considered the season of best flow and the best time to visit. Jog is situated 30 Kms away from Sagara, and 379 kms away from Bangalore.
Associated with the waterfall is the nearby Linganmakki Dam across river Sharavathi, and the hydro-electric power station that it serves. The power station has been operational since 1949, and is, at 1200 MW capacity, one of the largest hydro-electric stations in India and a significant source of electric power for Karnataka.
The power station was previously named Krishna Rajendra hydro-electric project, after the King of Mysore at that time. The name was later changed to Mahatma Gandhi hydro-electric Project. It was served by Hirebhaskara dam until 1960. After 1960, thanks to visions of Sir M. Visvesvarayya, Linganmakki Dam, built across river Sharavathi is being used for power generation.
How to Reach:
Nearest Railway Station: Thalaguppa, Shimoga district.
Nearest Airport : Mangalore International Airport
By Road: National Highway number 206, from Bangalore 378kms (Bangalore-Shimoga-Sagar-Jog), from Sagar 45kms, Siddapur 21kms, Honnavar 56 kms
Nearby places: Honnemardu, Karwar
Where to stay:
Hotel Mayura Gerusoppa (KSTDC)
Jogfalls
Phone : +91-8186-344732
PWD IB
Phone : +91-8186-344333
The Western Ghats gives rise to the Sharavati river that plunges from a height of 829 feet in four magnificent cascades namely Raja, Rani, Roarer and Rocket. Jog falls, being the tallest waterfalls in India is situated in the dense evergreen forests, 16kms from Talguppa nearest railway station, Shimoga district, Karnataka. You can also reach this falls en route National Highway 48 or 4. The effect is greatly heightened by the wild and beautiful region around which is covered with a wealth of luxuriant vegetation. The steps cut into rocks will lead you to the very depths of the fall and shower you with vaporous spray that bounces off these rocks.
During Monsoons the Jog falls voluminous creating a spectacular sight with rainbows every now and then. One can take a adventurous walk at the bottom of the gorge when the sluice gates of the Linganmakki dam are closed.
The best time to visit the Jog is in winter when the sky is clear of the mist.The place is well connected by rail and road from Shimoga city and number of government & private buses ply between Shimoga and Jog Falls.
Jog falls is also known as Gerusoppaa falls, is the highest untiered waterfalls in India as it drops directly and does not stream on to the rocks.
August-December is considered the season of best flow and the best time to visit. Jog is situated 30 Kms away from Sagara, and 379 kms away from Bangalore.
Associated with the waterfall is the nearby Linganmakki Dam across river Sharavathi, and the hydro-electric power station that it serves. The power station has been operational since 1949, and is, at 1200 MW capacity, one of the largest hydro-electric stations in India and a significant source of electric power for Karnataka.
The power station was previously named Krishna Rajendra hydro-electric project, after the King of Mysore at that time. The name was later changed to Mahatma Gandhi hydro-electric Project. It was served by Hirebhaskara dam until 1960. After 1960, thanks to visions of Sir M. Visvesvarayya, Linganmakki Dam, built across river Sharavathi is being used for power generation.
How to Reach:
Nearest Railway Station: Thalaguppa, Shimoga district.
Nearest Airport : Mangalore International Airport
By Road: National Highway number 206, from Bangalore 378kms (Bangalore-Shimoga-Sagar-Jog), from Sagar 45kms, Siddapur 21kms, Honnavar 56 kms
Nearby places: Honnemardu, Karwar
Where to stay:
Hotel Mayura Gerusoppa (KSTDC)
Jogfalls
Phone : +91-8186-344732
PWD IB
Phone : +91-8186-344333
Lalguli Falls in Karnataka located about 15 kms north of Yellapur
Lalguli Falls in Karnataka located about 15 kms north of Yellapur, a plethora of thundering waterfalls plummeting down from great heights. Among the exotic waterfalls, in the Western Ghats rising to an average of 900m converges into the Nilgiri Hills and offers to Karnataka. Kali river plunges 250 ft. looking absolutely stunning throwing up a spray of misty clouds.
The season to visit this falls would be winter though monsoons provide the full force of water, it is better to avoid due to land slides. Watch out of leeches.
How to Reach:
Nearest Railway Station:Yellapur, Uttara Kannada
Nearest Airport: Goa Dabolim Airport
By Road: From Bangalore 515 kms, Yellapur 15km, Kumta 60km, Dabolim (Goa) 220km
The season to visit this falls would be winter though monsoons provide the full force of water, it is better to avoid due to land slides. Watch out of leeches.
How to Reach:
Nearest Railway Station:Yellapur, Uttara Kannada
Nearest Airport: Goa Dabolim Airport
By Road: From Bangalore 515 kms, Yellapur 15km, Kumta 60km, Dabolim (Goa) 220km
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