Bhadravathi

Posted on August 8th, 2010 by Nirupama Sriram

I remember visiting Bhadravathi in 1979 as part of our school education trip. We visited Vishweshwaraya Iron and Steel Limited (VISL) factory and all I can remember is that it was very hot and noisy inside. We friends were busy noticing that the water in our water bottle had become warm. The unit was started [...]

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Tyavarekoppa Lion and Tiger Safari

Posted on November 28th, 2009 by Nirupama Sriram

Tyavarekoppa Lion and Tiger Safari was established in 1988 and is located 15 Kms north-west of Shimoga on the way to Sagar.

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Ikkeri

Posted on October 14th, 2009 by Nirupama Sriram

Ikkeri is the erstwhile capital of the Keladi Nayakas situated 3 Kms from Sagara, Shimoga district. Ikkeri in Kannada means two streets. The dynasty was founded in 1499 at Keladi very close to Ikkeri and hence the dynasty came to be known as Keladi Nayakas. Chavuda Gowda later moved the capital to Ikkeri (1560-1640).

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