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Karnataka, India
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Central Karnataka is a region in Karnataka, acting as a bridge between South Karnataka and North Karnataka.
Central Karnataka is connected by road to state capital Bangalore and other cities of Karnataka Mangalore, Udupi, Karwar, Sirsi, Davanagere and Dharwad. KSRTC runs buses from these places to Shimoga.
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Agumbe is a small village in Central Karnataka. Agumbe is well known for two things.
Bankapura is a small historical town in Central Karnataka, India.
Bhadravathi is a city in Central Karnataka, India. It is around 25 km from Shivamogga city.
Thirthahalli is in Shimoga.
Davanagere is a city in Central Karnataka. Davanagere is known for its business.
Shimoga or Shivamogga is a town in the state of Karnataka. The name originates from Shiva-mukha i.e., face of Lord Shiva.
Sagara is a city in Central Karnataka, most famous for its proximity to Jog Falls.
Soraba is a city of 200,000 people (2011) in Central Karnataka.
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