{"id":25708,"date":"2018-08-10T10:57:39","date_gmt":"2018-08-10T05:27:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/?p=25708"},"modified":"2025-06-03T13:54:17","modified_gmt":"2025-06-03T08:24:17","slug":"places-to-see-near-gokarna","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/places-to-see-near-gokarna\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Best Places to See Near Gokarna"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">While the sleepy beach\/temple town of Gokarna is ideal for a relaxing trip, there are gems around the region that are not to be missed.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">If you\u2019re spending a couple of days in Gokarna, you wouldn\u2019t want to miss out on these natural, historical and architectural wonders around. Check out our list of best places to visit near Gokarna within 300 kilometres and take your pick.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Best places to see near Gokarna: within 100 kilometres<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"s1\"><b>1. Mirjan Fort<br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26388\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26388\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"normal size-full wp-image-26388\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Mirjan-Fort.jpg\" alt=\"Mirjan Fort\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Mirjan-Fort.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Mirjan-Fort-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Mirjan-Fort-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Mirjan-Fort-740x555.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26388\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mirjan Fort<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Located on a river bank, the fort is an ancient high-walled fort. Check out all four entrances which are interlinked and paved with wide steps. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">You can take amazing photos of the fort bastion and the clock tower. The prayer hall ruins inside the fort are interesting to look at. History buffs must visit the fort.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Distance from Gokarna: <\/b>26 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>2. Kumta<br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26389\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26389\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"normal size-full wp-image-26389\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Kumta.jpg\" alt=\"Kumta\" width=\"800\" height=\"491\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Kumta.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Kumta-300x184.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Kumta-768x471.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Kumta-740x454.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26389\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kumta<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">A small town of many charms, Kumta is a must visit for its beaches. Check out the gorgeous sunset at Hodbandur Beach and the ancient Kumta Teru Temple. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Located in Kagal village in Kumta near Gokarna, Nirvana Beach is a quiet beach without much fanfare. On the bright side, it is clean and secluded, quite literally your private nirvana.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Distance from Gokarna: <\/b>32 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>3. Yana<br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26390\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26390\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"normal size-full wp-image-26390\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Yana-Rocks.jpg\" alt=\"Yana Rocks\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Yana-Rocks.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Yana-Rocks-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Yana-Rocks-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Yana-Rocks-740x493.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26390\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Yana Rocks<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">A small village in the Kumta forests, Yana is famous for its famous rock formations, formed of solid, black limestone. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Yana Rocks &amp; Caves are an unusual trek where you will find yourself surrounded by otherworldly alien rock formations, the caves are hauntingly beautiful. Also, visit the nearby Vibhooti Falls.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Distance from Gokarna: <\/b>50 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>4. Karwar<br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26391\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26391\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"normal size-full wp-image-26391\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Fisherman-in-Karwar.jpg\" alt=\"Fisherman in Karwar\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Fisherman-in-Karwar.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Fisherman-in-Karwar-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Fisherman-in-Karwar-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Fisherman-in-Karwar-740x494.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26391\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fisherman in Karwar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">A port city close to Gokarna, Karwar must be visited for its long and pristine Karwar Beach where you can enjoy speed boating and photography. Visit Rabindranath Tagore Beach for banana boat rides.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Another spectacle in Karwar is its Warship Museum, which is a missile boat converted into a museum. Check out torpedos and missile launchers inside. History and nature lovers can visit the Sadashivgad Fort, which is the highest point in Karwar, with million-dollar views.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Distance from Gokarna: <\/b>60 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>5. Yellapur<br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26392\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26392\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"normal size-full wp-image-26392\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Sathodi-Falls.jpg\" alt=\"Sathodi Falls\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Sathodi-Falls.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Sathodi-Falls-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Sathodi-Falls-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Sathodi-Falls-740x555.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26392\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sathodi Falls<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">A small town with a variety of pretty waterfalls, Yellapur is not to be missed.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">Visit Sathodi Falls for its forest landscape, and the scenic Shirley Falls for its pristine waters, and the trek that leads to it is spectacular. Do the Jenukallu Gudda trek for its stunning views of the sunset.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Distance from Gokarna:<\/b> 77 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>6. Sirsi<br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26393\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26393\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"normal size-full wp-image-26393\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Temple-at-Banavasi.jpg\" alt=\"Temple at Banavasi\" width=\"800\" height=\"531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Temple-at-Banavasi.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Temple-at-Banavasi-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Temple-at-Banavasi-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Temple-at-Banavasi-740x491.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26393\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Temple at Banavasi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Sirsi is a small town further ahead of Yana. Albeit a typical small town, it is known for the ancient Banavasi Temple famous for its heritage architecture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Also visit Sahasralinga in Sirsi where numerous Shivlingas have been formed out of rocks, through which a picturesque stream flows. Another point of interest is the majestic Unchalli Falls, a tall waterfall formed inside evergreen forests.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Distance from Gokarna: <\/b>85 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>7. Murudeshwar<br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26394\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26394\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"normal size-full wp-image-26394\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Lord-Shiva-idol.jpg\" alt=\"Lord Shiva idol\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Lord-Shiva-idol.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Lord-Shiva-idol-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Lord-Shiva-idol-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Lord-Shiva-idol-740x493.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26394\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lord Shiva idol<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Visit Murudeshwar to marvel at the world\u2019s second tallest Shiva statue. It is set in a breathtaking landscape atop a hill surrounded by the Arabian Sea.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">There is a spectacular 20-storeyed gopuram with two large elephants in the temple, all insta-worthy monuments.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">Enjoy jet skiing at Murudeshwar Beach and trek to the ancient ramparts of Murudeshwar Fort. Visit Netrani Island for scuba diving.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Distance from Gokarna: <\/b>78 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Best places to see near Gokarna: 100 to 200 kilometres away<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>1. Jog Falls<br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26395\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26395\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"normal size-full wp-image-26395\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Jog-Falls.jpg\" alt=\"Jog Falls\" width=\"800\" height=\"797\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Jog-Falls.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Jog-Falls-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Jog-Falls-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Jog-Falls-768x765.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Jog-Falls-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Jog-Falls-75x75.jpg 75w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Jog-Falls-740x737.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26395\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Jog Falls<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">The second highest plunge falls in India, Jog Falls is an adventure traveller\u2019s delight. The segmented waterfall is located in Shivamogga district. They are at their best in monsoons.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">The water that gushes from the top forms huge pools at the bottom that are sparkling and shimmering at all times.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">You can take a walkway to reach the bottom of the falls. A lot of intrepid tourists take the trek to bathe in its clean waters.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Distance from Gokarna:<\/b> 112 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>2. Dandeli<br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26396\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26396\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"normal size-full wp-image-26396\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Giant-squirrel-at-Dandeli.jpg\" alt=\"Giant squirrel at Dandeli\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Giant-squirrel-at-Dandeli.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Giant-squirrel-at-Dandeli-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Giant-squirrel-at-Dandeli-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Giant-squirrel-at-Dandeli-740x493.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26396\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Giant squirrel at Dandeli<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Go to Dandeli for an authentic jungle adventure. It is famous for its biodiversity and dense forestation.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"s1\">Visit the lush Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary to spot a variety of wildlife and visit the monolithic Syntheri Rock in the middle of the sanctuary. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Take jeep safaris, go trekking and water rafting and don\u2019t forget to visit the volcanic limestone caves of Kavala.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Distance from Gokarna: <\/b>132 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Also read: A Guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-gokarna\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Best Places to Visit in Gokarna<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>3. Goa<br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26397\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26397\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"normal size-full wp-image-26397\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Sunset-at-Palolem.jpg\" alt=\"Sunset at Palolem\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Sunset-at-Palolem.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Sunset-at-Palolem-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Sunset-at-Palolem-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Sunset-at-Palolem-740x555.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26397\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sunset at Palolem<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">While Gokarna will please you, a trip to Goa will be larger than life beach trip. From Arambol to Ashwem, Calangute to Anjuna, Goa has numerous pristine beaches you can relax at or indulge in water sports.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Visit the ancestral Goa which is full of Portuguese architecture, visit the Baroque Catholic Basilica of Bom Jesus and Fort Aguada fortress and lighthouse. Also, enjoy its insane nightlife and check out the stunning Dudhsagar Falls near Goa.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"s1\"><b>Distance from Gokarna: <\/b>160 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>You can book<\/strong> :\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/hotels-in-goa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hotels in Goa<\/a><span class=\"s1\"><b><br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26398\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26398\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"normal size-full wp-image-26398\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Gopuram-of-Sri-Krishna-Temple.jpg\" alt=\"Gopuram of Sri Krishna Temple\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Gopuram-of-Sri-Krishna-Temple.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Gopuram-of-Sri-Krishna-Temple-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Gopuram-of-Sri-Krishna-Temple-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Gopuram-of-Sri-Krishna-Temple-740x493.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26398\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Gopuram of Sri Krishna Temple<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Visit the epic town from which the famous Udupi cuisine emerged. It is famous for its temples and beaches, along with its delicious food.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Visit the huge Sri Krishna Temple (within a large complex with authentic Dharamshala), and Anegudde Vinayaka Temple. Prominent Udupi beaches are the spotless and romantic St Mary\u2019s Island famous for coconut trees and blue waters, and Kapu Beach, famous for its stunning views from the lighthouse.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Distance from Gokarna: <\/b>178 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Also read<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/beaches-in-gokarna\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Beaches in Gokarna<\/a>: from Beach Trekking to Camping Under the Moon<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Best places to see near Gokarna: Over 300 kilometres away<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>1. Karkala<br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26399\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26399\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"normal size-full wp-image-26399\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Gomateshwara-Statue.jpg\" alt=\"Gomateshwara Statue\" width=\"800\" height=\"615\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Gomateshwara-Statue.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Gomateshwara-Statue-300x231.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Gomateshwara-Statue-768x590.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Gomateshwara-Statue-740x569.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26399\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Gomateshwara Statue<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">An essential culture trip. Karkala has enchanting historical landmarks that are a must-see. Karkala Gomateshwara Statue, a 15th-century monolithic statue is one of the most important Jain pilgrimage sites.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Other points of interest are Moodabidri, a group of ancient Jain temples and St Lawrence Church, a minor basilica.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Distance from Gokarna: <\/b>210 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Also read: 12 Must-Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/temples-in-gokarna\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Temples in Gokarna<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>2. Mangalore<br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26400\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26400\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"normal size-full wp-image-26400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Gokarnath-Temple-at-night.jpg\" alt=\"Gokarnath Temple at night\" width=\"800\" height=\"532\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Gokarnath-Temple-at-night.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Gokarnath-Temple-at-night-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Gokarnath-Temple-at-night-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Gokarnath-Temple-at-night-740x492.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26400\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Gokarnath Temple at night<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Mangalore is a quintessential small but solid commercial\/cultural town of Karnataka, famous for its delicious cuisine, educational institutions and ancient temples.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Visit the famous Gokarnath and Mangala Devi Temples, go dolphin-spotting and jet skiing in Panambur Beach, the ancient Sultan Battery Watch Tower built by Tipu Sultan, and the Pilikula Arboretum, which has a pretty botanical garden.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Distance from Gokarna: <\/b>232 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Book best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/hotels-in-mangalore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hotels In Mangalore<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>3. Kudremukh<br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26401\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26401\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"normal size-full wp-image-26401\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Trekking-at-Kudremukh.jpg\" alt=\"Trekking at Kudremukh\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Trekking-at-Kudremukh.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Trekking-at-Kudremukh-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Trekking-at-Kudremukh-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Trekking-at-Kudremukh-740x493.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26401\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Trekking at Kudremukh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Kudremukh Range is located in Chikmagalur and there is a small hill station\/mining town by the same name in the region.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Kudremukh is a must-visit destination for its national park which is home to a tropical evergreen forest. Trek in the forest to enjoy the best of nature, also visit the nearby Hanumana Gundi Waterfalls and the scenic Lakya Dam.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Distance from Gokarna:<\/b> 270 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>4. Horanadu<br \/>\n<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26402\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26402\" style=\"width: 545px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"normal size-full wp-image-26402\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Annapurneshwari-Temple.jpg\" alt=\"Annapurneshwari Temple\" width=\"545\" height=\"409\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Annapurneshwari-Temple.jpg 545w, https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Annapurneshwari-Temple-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 545px) 100vw, 545px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26402\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Annapurneshwari Temple<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">A sacred Hindu place, Horanadu is a joy to visit. It is famous for the Annapurna Temple, where no matter which religion you belong to, you are served a delicious full vegetarian meal including dessert.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Other places of interest are Sringeri, famous for Adi Shankara Math and Kalasa Temple near Bhadra river.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\"><b>Distance from Gokarna: <\/b>296 kilometres<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Explore some of the places listed here if you\u2019re in Gokarna for a few days, you will not be disappointed. Leave comments below to tell us about your holiday.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While the sleepy beach\/temple town of Gokarna is ideal for a relaxing trip, there are gems around the region that are not to be missed.\u00a0If you\u2019re spending a couple of days in Gokarna, you wouldn\u2019t want to miss out on these natural, historical and architectural wonders around. 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