India /Karnataka /Uttara Kannada / Sirsi
Sirsi is a quaint little mountain town in the state of Karnataka. Covered on all sides by forests and greenery, the town of Sirsi is strategically located in order to woo tourists from all over the country and the world. Sirsi is located in the section of Karnataka that is mainly famous for its countless waterfalls and other splendid natural locales, thus making it an ideal vacation spot for the weary tourist. The town of Sirsi is well known for its thriving agricultural market, with a variety of rare nuts and spices being exported from Sirsi to places abroad. You can even shop till you drop in Sirsi’s markets. There are countless places of exquisite natural beauty that you can visit while traveling to Sirsi, and the most famous among these are Yanna and.Banavasi, near Sirsi, was the capital of the Kadamba Dynasty and this city is the oldest capital in the region of Karnataka. A historic destination that can transport you back in time within minutes, Banavasi is renowned for its ancient Madhukeshwara temple, which is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and has been labeled as a monument of extreme historical importance by the ASI – Archeological Survey of India. Other important places to visit around Sirsi include Mabgi falls, Benne Hole falls, Shivaganga falls and Waate Halla falls.
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Category : Temples
Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours
Pincode: 5814xx
STD Code: 8384
Info Website: http://sirsicity.gov.in/
Best Time to Visit: Throughout the year
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Hubli Airport
By Air : The nearest airport is the one in Hubli. The airport in Hubli is well connected to the cities of Mumbai and Bangalore, and buses will be available from Hubli to Sirsi. Flight fares may range around Rs 1500 to 3000 depending on the distance covered.
By Train : Sirsi can also be reached through train, and the nearest railway station is located at the town of Kumta, located fifty eight kilometers from the place. The railway station is Kumta is well connected through the Konkan Railway Line, and the station has regular trains from Mangalore, Goa, Kumbakonam, Panjim, Gandhidham and other major coastal areas. Railway fares may range from Rs 150 to 400 for the basic class of travel. Buses to Sirsi from Kumta will be available.
By BUS : Buses to Sirsi will be available from all major and minor locations in the northern part of Karnataka (Uttara Kannada). The towns of Udupi, Dharwad, Shimoga, Belagaon and Haveri are well connected to the town of Sirsi and regular buses can be taken from these towns. Both private bus operators and public transport providers offer buses to Sirsi.
By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.
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- Beware of pickpockets as Sirsi is a major tourist city in India.
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- Ambulance : 102
- Fire Brigade : 101
- Police : 100
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