Gokarna – Karnataka’s Favourite Seaside Town
Mini-Goa would be too convenient a term to describe Gokarna with. This town on Karnataka’s Arabian Sea coast has its own unique legacy and its beaches are becoming a not-so-well-kept secret, attracting backpackers and tourists from all over the world. Many travellers do not like the compromise of cabs and buses and are instead renting self drive cars. The 500-km route between Bangalore and Gokarna is a scenic one, cutting through captivating and wild landscapes.
Beaches and Trekking
The beaches of Gokarna are surrounded by hillocks, and a hike up one of these will reward the climber with stunning panoramic views. Kudle Beach enjoys a quaint setting and is more tourist-oriented compared to the main Gokarna beach – which caters to more pilgrims. From Kudle, one can climb across one of ...