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Region in Karnataka, India
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Karavali (also known as Canara, Kanara or Kannada) is Karnataka's coastal region. It is the transitional zone between Konkan and Malabar coasts. It consists of the districts of Uttara Kannada, Dakshina Kannada and Udupi.
Uttara Kannada or North Canara is a district in the Karavali region of Karnataka.
Dakshina Kannada or South Canara is a district in the Karavali region of Karnataka.
Udupi is a district in the Karavali region of Karnataka.
By car
NH 66 (formerly NH 17) connecting Kochi with Mumbai is the main mode of entry. The scenery along the drive is beautiful. You can see lush coastal greenery and the occasional beach.
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