EOI for Aquamarine Park at Mangalore on PPP basis Pm News Bureau Wednesday, June 27, 2012, 11:10 Hrs

[IST] Karnataka State Industrial Investment and Development Corporation, the state nodal agency, on behalf of Department of Tourism, has invited EOI (international competitive bidding) for development of a state-of-the-art aquamarine park at Mangalore in Dakshin Kannada district. The project will be developed on PPP basis. DoT, Karnataka, has identified 20 acres of sea-facing land at Bengre village for the project. The project will be implemented on DBFOT basis in an environmentally sustainable manner. KSIIDC has selected IL&FS Project Development Company Ltd as project advisor.

Tourism In Dakshina Kannada District

India Karnataka Dakshina Kannada Tourism Information

Sheltered by the soaring Western Ghats on the east and bordered by the blue waters of the Arabian Sea, Dakshina Kannada is blessed with abundant rainfall, fertile soil and lush vegetation. Pristine beaches, picturesque mountain ranges, temple towns and a rich culture make it a sought after tourist destination. Historic Sites : The Mangaladevi Temple : The Mangaladevi Temple is a Hindu temple at Bolara in the city of Mangalore, India, situated about three km southwest of the city centre. The name Mangalore is usually derived from the name Magaadv "the goddess Magaa", the main deity of the temple. The temple was built in memory of the princess of Malabar Mangale in the 10th century. Mangala is worshipped as Shakti.Navaratri (dussera) is the time for special pujas performed on all nine days. On the seventh day, Sri Mangaldevi Temple at Mangalore Goddess Mangaladevi is worshipped as Sharadamba and on the eighth day the goddess is worshipped as Maarikamba. On this day Aayuda puja is performed. All

the weapons and tools are worshipped as the day marks the slaying of the cruel demons by the goddess Durga On the ninth day also known as Mahanavmi, a large number of devotees participate in the Rathothsava.Ganeshotsav is also celebrated with much grandeur in this temple. A huge statue of Lord Ganesha is erected on the day of Ganesh Chathurthi. The temple is situated just three km from heart of the Mangalore city (Hampankatta), and frequent bus service is provided to the temple. The Kadri Manjunatha Temple : The Kadri Manjunatha Temple located in Mangalore in the state of Karnataka, India, dates back to approximately 1068 The square temple built with nine water tanks, nestles at the foot of the highest hill at Kadri in Mangalore.The chief deity of this temple is Manjunatha. There is a shiv ling on him. There is also a ( Thri-Lokeshwara statue made of bronze. This statue of Lokeshwara in the seated position with three faces and six arms is tipped to be the best bronze statue in Sri Kadri Manjunatha Temple at Kadri India. It is about 1.6m tall.The temple is a neat middle sized structure with a pyramid-shaped roof. The temple, as the inscription indicates, may have been built in the 10th or 11th century, as evidenced by the installation of the Lokeshwara statue in the 968. There is a natural spring at an elevated location at the back of the temple. It is called Gomukha. The water from this spring is let into 9 ponds of different sizes adjacent to it. People visiting the temple wash themselves in these ponds before entering the main temple. It is situated Just 2 Kms from the heart of

the city. The Gokarnanatheshwara Temple : The Gokarnanatheshwara Temple, otherwise known as Kudroli Sri Gokarnanatha Kshetra, is in the Kudroli area of Mangalore in Karnataka, India. It is dedicated to Gokarnanatha, a Hindu deity also known as Shiva. Narayana Guru formally consecrated the temple in February 1912 with the establishment of sacred Shiva Linga, which was brought by him. He named this place as Gokarnanatha Kshethra.The temple was renovated under the leadership of Central Finance Minister B. Sri Gokarnanatheshwara Temple at Kudroli Janardhana Poojary in 1989 and was completed within two years in 1991. The temple observes many festivals. Maha Shivaratri, Navrathri, Krishnashtami, Ganesh Chaturthi, Nagara Panchami, Deepavali, Dasara, Sri Narayana Jayanthi are celebrated with traditional gaiety and splendour. It has worshipers from all over the world. The temples branches are in Mulki, Udupi and Katpady. Compared to the other temples in and around Mangalore this temple was built recently. This temple is situated in Kudroli area (about 5 km from the City Bus Stand) in the city of Mangalore. Manjunatha Temple : Dharmastala represents religious tolerance. A Jain Tirthankara is worshipped beside Daivas and Lord Manjunatha (Shiva). The priests are Vaishnavite Brahmins and the guardian of the temple a Heggade (Jain).Dharmasthala Temple which houses the shrine of Shiva,Manjunatha, Ammanavaru, Chandranath and the Dharma Sri Manjunatha Temple at Dharmasthala Daivas (Guardian Spirits of Dharma) namely Kalarahu, Kalarkayi, Kumaraswamy and Kanyakumari.The temple is unusual in that it is run

by a Jain administration and poojas are conducted by Hindu priests of Madhva order. Lakshadeepa- the festival of lights is the annual festival of Dharmasthala comes off in November December. On an average the flow of pilgrims is about 10,000 people a day. A mechanised kitchen provides free food for all pilgrims and there are guest houses with modern amenities. Kateel Shri Durga Parameshwari Temple : The main attraction of the town is the temple of Sri Durga Parameshwari. The holy temple is situated on an islet in the middle of the sacred river Nandini amidst panoramic scenes and fascinating greenery. Thousands of devotees visit Kateel every day to seek blessings from goddess Durga Parameshwari.Laksha Deepothsava is celebrated on the day of Kartika Bahula Panchami. Annual festival is celebrated begins in previous night of Mesha Sankramana day by Kateel Shri Durga Parameshwari Temple decorating welcome arc followed by various themes of performance. Usually this festival comes in the month of April and celebrated for 8 days with unique feature in each day.It is about 29 kilometers away from Mangaluru and is considered one of the holiest temple towns in Hinduism located on an island in Nandini river.

Kukke Subramanya Temple : Kukke Subramanya is a Hindu temple located in the village of Subramanya in the Sullia taluk of Dakshina Kannada District near Mangalore, Karnataka, India. The temple is one of the pristine pilgrimage locations in India. Here Lord Subrahmanya is worshipped as the lord of all serpents. The epics relate that the divine serpent Vasuki and other serpents found refuge under Lord Subrahmanya when threatened by Garuda.Pilgrims going to the temple have to cross the Kumaradhara River and take a holy dip in the river before entering the temple for their darshan holy viewing of the Lord.Ashlesha Bali Pooja & Sarpa Samskara are two important Sarpa Dosha Poojas are done at Kukke Subramanya Temple.Kukke Subrahmanya can be reached by road from Mangalore and from Bangalore. KSRTC operates buses on a daily basis from these two places. Sri DurgaParameshwari Temple : It is Placed at Bappanadu, 29 KMs away from north of Mangalore and 29 KMs away from south of Udupi near NH 17. Placed at south coast of Shambhavi river.The main deity of this temple is Goddess Shree Durgaparameshwari. Bappanadu Dolu (musical drum) is well known and beating of the drums during annual festival of the temple is an important part of celebration. Bappanadu Dolu is well known for it's beating all over Karnataka.Eligibility of Muslims for accepting prasadas (blessings) of the temple is one of the special features of the Kshetra. Mulki Sawantha built one temple with the contribution of many

Kukke Subramanya Temple at Subramanya

Sri Durga Parameshwari Temple at Bappanadu

other donors and made Baila Udupa as a chief priest of the temple. Hence the temple became Bappanadu Kshetra. From Mangalore City there are plenty of service busses available to Mulki Sri Mahalingeshwara Temple : This is an ancient temple of said to be built in 1112th Century, Lord Shiva (popularly known as Puttur Mahalingeshwara) is main deity of this temple. In the premises of this temple we find unique pond on the western side. It is said that in olden days pearls were found to be growing in the pond. In the local dialect muttu means pearls, which brought the name Mutthur to this place later called as Puttur. During the month of April the car festival is celebrated for 10 days with much gaiety and fervor. The town is at its colorful best with the dazzling, light and marvelous display of fire crackers. More than a lakh people visit Puttur during the Sri Mahalingeshwara Temple at Puttur festival. Another special about the famous Mahalingeshwara temple of Puttur is that elephants can never enter the temple premises. Puttur is situated on Mangalore-Mysore state highway and it is 52 km away from Mangalore. It is Placed at main city of Puttur near police station. For more details visit : www.putturmahalingeshwara.com Sri Ganapathy Temple : Popularly known as Maha Ganapati Kshetra, Southadka in Belthangandy taluk of Dakshina Kannada district is hailed as one of the many siddhi kshetras of the district. Surprisingly, not many from outside the district are aware of the existence of this temple

Sri Ganapathy Temple at Southadka

which is located just 20 km away from the pilgrim town of Dharmasthala. Away from the hustle and bustle of the main road, this temple with no formal structure surrounding it, offers a unique experience. The uniqueness of the place is Lord Maha Ganapathi is out in the open field without a 'Garbha gudi' and temple structure. It is surrounded by fascinating greeneries and open round the clock for offering prayers. The temple is decorated with lot of Bells mainly, offered by worshippers who have special wishes. One can find lot of monkeys inside the temple. The Mahapuja is performed every year in the month of January. The temple also serves food to all the devotees in the form of prasadam.Temple is 6 km from Patrame on the banks of river kapila. Sri Karinjeshwara Temple : This temple is situated at a place called Karinja of Kavalamudur village of Bantval taluk. 38 km away from Mangalore and 14 km away from Bantval. Could be reached from (2 km) a place called Vogga on Mangalore-Belthangady route. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Parvathi. The temple stands high on the Sri Karinjeshwara Temple at Kavalamudur hill amidst beautiful surroundings. The view of the lake below the hill will certainly cool one's eyes. Every year in months of February March, Shivaratri, the festival of Lord Shiva is celebrated here with much festivity, which attracts large masses of people.The Karinjeshwara is a Shiva-Parvati temple stands high on the hill amidst beautiful surroundings Shri Vinayaka Shankaranarayana Durgamba

Shri Vinayaka Shankaranarayana Durgamba temple in Bantwal taluk

temple : On the banks on Netravathi river the Shri Vinayaka Shankaranarayana Durgamba temple is fascinating for its artistic and scenic view and for the spiritual energy it provides for visitors. It is the sanctum sanctorum of thousands of devotees from all over the world. The temple is 3 km from Marnabailu.Devotees wholeheartedly participate in the grand age-old Jathra Mahotsava and many other religious activities conducted at the Kshethra.In spite of natural deterioration the Kshethra has maintained its glory through its religion and social activities. Under the able guidance of Shri A.C. Bhandary, the current managing trustee of the temple, development works are going in a rapid phase.It is situated at Bantval taluk, Nandavara is located at a distance of 25 kilometers from Mangalore, 2km from Panemangalore. Shri Rajarajeshwari Temple : Shri Rajarajeshwari temple is located at Polali in Kariyangala Village of Bantwal Taluk in Dakshina Kannada District of Karnataka State. Shri Kshetra Polali is in the heart of this village surrounded by high hillocks and wide paddy fields. River Phalguni flows from east on the northern side a furlong way from the temple. It turns left towards south at the back of the temple in the Western side. This place was being called as Pural and the deity in the temple was known as Porala Devi in several old records and ancient epigraphs available.Being a pilgrimage Centre, Polali attracts travelers and tourists with its natural scenic beauty

Shri Rajarajeshwari temple at Polali

and serenity. Polali Chendu is a unique festival in this temple, which will be performed during annual festival of the temple.It is believed that King Suratha got the temple constructed, installed the image and placed his own crown on the head of the image. This is an ancient temple. For more details visit : www.polalitemple.com Narahari Parvatha Sadashiva Temple : This Shiva temple is also historically known as a place where Nara and Hari, incarnations of Lord Vishnu were supposed to have performed the penance. This hill top temple is also known for its lyrical ponds, which are in the shape of Shanka (Conch), Chakra (Wheel), Gadha (Heavy Weapon) and Padma (Lotus), the weapons of Vishnu. Taking a holy dip in these ponds on the day of Karthik Somvar is considered to be sacred according to the Hindu mythology.This is one of Narahari Parvatha Sadashiva Temple at the oldest Bantwal taluk temples and it is located on the top of the hill. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. One has to climb the hill to reach this temple. It is believed that Nara and Hari, incarnations of Lord Vishnu were supposed to have performed the penance at this place It is situated 25 km from Mangalore in Bantwal. Shri Mahalingeshwara Temple : Shri Mahalingeshwara Temple is situated at the heart of the Bantwal city at the nethravathi bank of river. This temple is 800 years old built by 'kharasura'. This is Shri Mahalingeshwara Temple at Bantwal the unique shiva temple situated at bantwal and its surrounding places. This temple also has the 'Lord Ganesha','Naga' and 'Ashwatha tree' which is at the bank of the river nethravathi and coconut tree plantation gives

scenic view to this temple.This temple has high privilege for giving shelter to bantwal people when flood affected this place in 1923. Sri Mahalingeshwara mangalya mantapa was constructed 1997 under guidance of sri Ananta somayaji the donation given by the divotees. Shri Tirumala Venkatramana Temple : Shri Tirumala Venkatramana Temple was established in the early decades of the 16th century. one of the famous temples of Bantwal and It is believed that Lord Venkateshwara or Balaji came here all the way from Tirupati.There have been several incremental Sri Tirumala Venkatramana Temple at additions and renovations in the temple complex over the last Bantwal several decades. The temple has now emerged as rich, well maintained and managed as was reflected in the recent successful celebration of Sahasra Kumbabhishekha with thousands of devotees participating in the rituals. Shri Ananthapadmanabha Temple : This temple is situated in Kudupu village,Shri Ananthapadmanabha Temple is situated on the Mangalore-Moodabidri route in the Kudupu village, 10 km from Mangalore. It is dedicated to Lord Anantha(Shiva) Padmanabha(vishnu), another name by which Lord Vishnu is known. This temple is famous for serpent worship. Shri Ananthapadmanabha Temple at Kudupu Main deity Lord Anantha Padmanabha and the serpent deity face in the western direction. Naga Bana (place of serpent deity) is in the eastern portion of the temple. On the left side of the temple is the holy pond Bhadra Saraswati Tirtha. Jarandaya, Shree Devi, Mahaganapathi, Lord Subramanya, Jaya and Vijaya are

the main sub deities. Shashti is a famous annual religious festival that falls in December. Nagarapanchami, another festival is celebrated with great devotion, which attracts a large number of devotees from far and near. Also Nagarapanchami, a worship of sacrificing the milk to Lord Naga is celebrated with great devotion. For more details visit : www.kuduputemple.org Sahasralingeshwara Temple : Sahasralingeshwara Temple is one of the oldest temples of Dakshina Kannada district and it is also referred as Dakshina Kashi. The Sahasralingeshwara Temple is located in Uppinangady where the two sacred rivers of Dakshina Kannada River Netravathi and River Kumaradhara confluence. The temple is situated adjacent to the National Highway NH-48 (BangaloreMangalore Highway).The Sahasralingeshwara Temple is very old temples and the temple has history of about 2500 years. The present structure of the temple belongs to the 13th century. The original linga is covered by sand on the bank of river Netravathi towards the left of the Sahasralingeshwara temple. During annual festival, the sand is removed and also a temporary structure is built of Lord Sahasralingeshwara. It is extremely hard to get rid of the entire sand hiding the Shiva lingas because it will get filled in rainy seasons every year.

Sahasralingeshwara Temple at Uppinangady

Mallikarjuna temple : Sri Mallikarjuna temple at Thodikana Sri Mallikarjuna Temple, situated in Thodikana, around 15 km from Sullia, is a famous pilgrimage location and also a famous tourist destination.

Thodikana is known most for its Mallikarjuna temple, which was probably built sometime in the 13th century. The temple gets many hundreds of visitors each week. A few meters south east of the temple there is a fish tank known as 'meenugundi' . Visitors traditionally feed the fish raw rice. Killing the fish is forbidden. Temple daily offers free mid day meals to the pilgrims as a prasadam. A waterfall called Devaragundi is situated about 1.5 kilometers from the temple. Sri Chennakeshava temple : Sri Chennakeshava temple in Sullia is one of the prominent temples in Sullia taluk where the annual festivities called Jatrotsava are held every year during January. The festival attracts people from different parts of the taluk, and even the people who have migrated from Sullia taluk to other parts of the state/country Sri Chennakeshava temple at Sullia make it a point to visit Sullia during this period as they consider Sri Chennakeshava temple as their seeme(territory) temple and hence they feel obliged to pay obeisance to their deity. Sri Chennakeshava temple is said to be 600 years old, and was established by Sri Chennigaraya Ballala. ullia town is on Mangalore-PutturMysore road, about 85 kms from Mangalore St. Aloysius Chapel : St. Aloysius Chapel,or the chapel of St. Aloysius College, is a Christian chapel in Mangalore in the state of Karnataka in southwest India. The Chapel is situated in the heart of the city on the Lighthouse Hill.The St. Aloysius Chapel in Mangalore was built by Jesuit Missionaies in 1880 and its interiors painted by the Italian St. Aloysius Chapel at Mangalore

Jesuit Antonio Moscheni in 1899, during the Mangalore Mission in 1878.It is Situated just 1 Kms from the heart of the city. St. Aloysius College Chapel is an architectural marvel that could stand comparison with the chapels of Rome. What makes this chapel unique compared to the other chapels in the country is the beautiful paintings that cover virtually every inch of the walls. Bro. Moscheni from Italy is the creator of this master piece. One portion of the chapel paintings depicts the life of Aloysius Gonzaga to whom Aloysius College and chapel are dedicated. Saint Aloysius gave his life in the service of others. The paintings of this chapel is preserved by a recognised board of the nation which maintains and restores all historic artifacts. The Milagres Church : The Milagres Church is a historic Roman Catholic Church situated in the Hampankatta locality of Mangalore. The church was built in 1680 by Bishop Thomas de Castro, a Theatine from Divar, Goa. The original structure was constructed at the site of the presentday cemetery. It is one of the oldest churches in Dakshina The Milagres Church at Hampankatta Kannada.In 1911, the facade of the church collapsed, following which then incumbent Parish priest Fr. Frank Pereira erected the present church structure with Fr. Diamanti S.J. as architect. A portico was added later to the structure. For more details visit : www.milagreschurchmangalore.com

The Most Holy Saviour Church : The Most Holy Saviour Church at Agrar The Most Holy Saviour Church on the hills of

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Agrar three kilometers away from the town is more than three hundred years old and has got beautiful paintings on the walls similar to the ones at the St. Aloysius Chapel.There are no records available to show the exact date of the origin of the church at Agrar. Fr Jose da Costa was the Vicar at Agrar in 1751. Tipu Sultan had demolished the first chruch. It was rebuilt on the same foundation after the return of the Christians from the captivity.The Agrar parish manages and runs two Schools known as Agrar Church Higher Primary School and Christa Jyoti High School.This church is situated at a distance of 35 kms to the north-east of Mangalore, and is surrounded by Farla, Loreto, Bantwal and Vamadapadav parishes. Lady of Loretto Church :

Loreto was once known as Panningila Padav.By a decree from Bishop Victor R. Fernandes, this parish came into existence on November 1, 1939. It was carved out of Bantwal-Modankap and Agrar parishes. Fr Charles P. Nazareth, the assistant of Agrar church, was the first resident parish priest. He used to come from Lady of Loretto Church at Bantwal Agrar in order to offer the Sunday mass at Loreto. He built a spacious hall serving as a chapel and a small presbytery on the land donated by the Bantwal parish in 1940. Fr Gerald R. Miranda (1950-1961) extended the presbytery in 1950.The church runs 2 schools, viz., Loreto Higher Primary School and Sornad Higher Primary School. The diamond jubilee of the church was celebrated on May 23, 2001.This church is situated at a distance of about 34 kms to the north east of

Mangalore and about 4 kms from B.C. Road and is surrounded by Kuppepadav, Siddakatte, Belloor, Agrar and Modankap parishes. For more details visit : www.loretomai.org Mai De Deus Church : Mai De Deus Church is located in the heart of Puttur Town. It is a prominent revenue subdivisional head-quarters lying 50km. east to Mangalore, the head-quarters of Dakshina Kannada (earlier South Kanara ) District and a famous coastal city in South India." Mai De Deus", as it is said in Portugese language, is a church dedicated to Mother of God. According to the diocesan Directory (Mangalore Diocese) it is said to have been established in 1830, but there existed a chapel still earlier for the spiritual needs of the Catholic Christian families. Mai De Deus Church is the oldest church in the Deanery.The existing church which is ninety year-old, built in laterite stones with morter, has been found by the parishioners inadequate for the present day use and also not best suited for the present day liturgy. For more details visit : www.putturchurch.com Sayyad Madani Mosque and Darga : The Ullal darga famous for Uroos fair has an interesting history behind its presence. The Dargah to commemorate Saint Sayyid Mohammed Shareeful Madani, Sayyad Madani Mosque and Darga at Ullal located in Ullal in South Kanara, has been drawing pilgrims from all faiths. Legend has it that about 400 years ago, Sayyid Muhammed Shareeful Madani came to Mangalore from Saudi Arabia, reaching the shores of Ullal by floating on a piece of cloth. He camped in a small mosque at Melangadi in Ullal village

Mai De Deus Church at Puttur

where he led asimple life showering his love on the poor. The Sayyid Madani Dargah observes Uroos once in a five years which attracts pilgrims from all over the country and it has earned the name of Ajmer Dargah of the south. The Dargah is at present managed by a registered Trust which runs an Arabic College, a Technical Education Institute, a charitable hospital etc. Located about 10 kms from the heart of the city the darga is easily accessible by buses, auto-rickshaws ans taxis. Peer Mohalla Juma Masjid, Koornadka: Koornadka is very historical place in puttur at the period of Tippu Sulthan some soldier families settled at this place and they name this place as koor because they are originated from koor which is in Afaganistan (ABU KHAN, SAYYED , SHEIK SAHEB , PATNI WALA ,MOIDEEN PATAN, KOORG SAHEB families). They are follower of Imame abu hanifa and sufi saints. In 1899 one great powerful sufi saint "Peer Zade Murshad Habeebulla Sha masthan Sayyed Rahamath Aali sha" came to this place to teach Islam and he survived many mureeds. After death of sufi saint one of his mureedi Janabi Mashubi donated the land for construct the masjid in koor and the mureeds of this saint named this masjid as Peer Mohalla Masjid. Now this place is call as KOORNADKA. Beaches And Resorts : Surathkal Beach : Surathkal is a locality under Mangalore City Corporation located in the Dakshina Kannada district. Surathkal beach is located 12 km from Mangalore city. The beach is close to the college. Mangalore is well connected to the rest of India by road and rail. The nearest airport to Surathkal beach is Mangalore. Surathkal has only one hotel that will suit the budget traveller. It is preferable to stay in Mangalore and plan a day excursion to Surathkal. Mangalore has a variety of hotels to suit every

Surathkal Beach near to Mangalore

budget and can accommodate travellers on a limited budget at short notice.Surathkal beach has a curving shoreline and has a lighthouse at the end of the beach. The lighthouse is situated on a rocky hillock and offers an uninterrupted view of the countryside and sea around. The lighthouse is open to visitors between 4.00 pm and 5 pm.Buses ply at regular intervals from Mangalore to Surathkal. Panambur Beach : Panambur Beach which is known for its cleanliness and safety. It is the site of New Mangalore Port. It is located in north of the Gurupura river. The name Panambur is derived from 'Panam' which means Money and 'Ur' which means place or village in Tulu language. The city's most visited beach, Panambur is a place where one can enjoy a long camel rides and the breath taking view of the sunset. The beach aura warms up during the carnivals, organized by the district authorities. The festivity includes boat races, air shows and sand sculpture contests. Besides, the kite festival, organized every year during the summer season attracts the participants from across the world. Someshwar Beach : Someshwar Beach is located at a distance of 9 Km to the south of Mangalore and 0.5 km from Someshwar Bus Stand. Someshwar beach is well known for the large rocks called "Rudra Shile". Someshwar Beach near to Mangalore The other attraction of Someshwar beach is the historical Somanath temple constructed during the rule of the famous queen Abbakka Devi is situated in the north side. Best season to visit this beach is October to February, Mangalore is well connected by roads.

Panambur Beach

Ullal Beach : Ullal is located just 12 km from Mangalore on the banks of river Nethravathi. It has a beach resort in chota Mangalore in Ullal on the shores of the Arabian Sea was called Summer Sands beach resort. It is set in 14 acres of casuarinas groves, has well furnished cottages and makes a pleasant getaway from the city. Ullal Beach near to Mangalore Ullal beach is popular and best beach offering a perfect holiday destination for those looking for a tranquil holiday. Tourists spend weekends enjoy a day in the beauty of Ullal beach. The Ullal beach is best spot for swimming and sun bath. Best season to visit this is October to February.

Tannirbavi Beach : Tannirbavi beach is one of the best beaches of Dakshina Kannada. One can enjoy the sunset view here. It is located at a distance of 12 Km from Mangalore. Tannirbavi Beach is the property of Mangalore port trust.Best season to visit this October to February. Summer Sands Beach Resort : Summer Sands Beach Resort, located on the famous Ullal-Someshwar beach, is a resort that is truly a retreat. A spreading campus of 15 acres, it has spacious two and three bedroomed villas, a Multicusine Restaurant with an alfresco ambience , a 1000 foot Summer Sands Beach Resort at Ullal beach front with the waves flirting with the fence as it were. The Swimming Pool, extensive lawns and hammocks add to the serenity. The Resort offers Ayurvedic Massage, Indoor Club and Outdoor Sports such as Water sports,

Tannirbavi beach

Zorb Ball, Beach Volleyball, Cricket, Badminton.Boat Cruises to the islands dotting the river and day picnics to St Marys Island & Bekal Fort, are a beach combers delight. Conferencing facility with Bonfire evenings & Cultural Entertainment make it a popular Conference venue as well. The speciality of the Resort is the Sea Food and the bonhomie atmosphere which accounts for the large number of return guests. For more details visit : www.summersands.in Other Tourist Spots : The Sultan Battery : The Sultan Battery situated in Boloor, 6 Kms away from Mangalore city bus stand, this watchtower, built of rough blocks of laterite, is the last remaining bastion of Tipu Sultan's fort. It was built to prevent warships to enter Gurupur river. Sultan Battery is a watchtower that was constructed by Tippu Sultan. The ruler constructed this watchtower to watch the entry of warships into the Gurpur River. Having a construction similar to a minuscule fortress with its many The Sultan Battery at Boloor apertures for rising cannons all around, it was erected in black stones. It is believed that during his 15-year imprisonment of the Mangalorean Catholics and the other Christians, the watchtower was constructed from stones of churches destroyed by Tippu Sultan.

Beeramale Hill : Beeramale Hill is an attractive tourism spot of Puttur. The height of the Hill is around 1000 feet from the Sea Level. The Dooradarshan TV Relay Center is established on this Hill. An open auditorium, a library are open to public. Sri Vishwakarma Temple is situated on one side of this hill.The Dooradarshan

Beeramale Hill at Puttur

TV Relay Centre is recently setup on this Hill. An open Auditorium, a library is open to the public. A temple dedicated to Sri Vishwakarma is located on one side of this hill. Bendru Theertha : It is About 15 kms from Puttur there is a natural hot water spring (in the local Tulu dialect known as Bendru Theertha). It is believed by the local people that the water is said to be more auspicious and a dip in the lake drives away all skin diseases like eczema, allergic rashes and many more ailments. It is situated in a scenic spot by the side of river Seerehole which flows west ward and merges with Arabian Sea.It is the only hot water spring in South India. Jamalabad fort : Jamalabad fort, located 8 km north of Beltangadi town, (65 km from Mangalore) is 1700 ft above sea level and was formerly called Narasimha Ghada, which refers to the granite hill on which the fort is built. It is also referred locally as 'Jamalagadda' and 'Gadaikallu'.The fort was built by Tipu Sultan in 1794[citation needed] and named after his mother, Jamalabee. He decided to build a fort there, as he was impressed by the massive rock which is suitable for the construction of an strong fort. The fort is said to have been built over the ruins of an older structure.The fort is inaccessible other than via a narrow path, with around 1876 steps to the fort that are cut out of the granite hill and lead all the way to the top. This would mean that a small but well-armed group could indefinitely block a much larger force from entering the fort.Jamalabad is a trekking

Bendru Theertha at Puttur

Jamalabad fort near to Beltangady

destination, with the climb up to the fort being classified as 'medium difficulty level' and the top of the structure offering good views of the surrounding landscape and the Kudremukh range.

Hanging Bridge : Hanging bridge at Sullia Sullia has suspension bridges (locally known as hanging bridges) helping local pedestrians to cross the Payaswini river. These bridges also attract a lot of tourists.

Charmadi Ghats