Sagara

Temple built by Keladi dynasty, 6 km from Sagara.

From Shimooga; the nearest District headquarters, you can reach Sagara by train then lot of government buses are available. Buses and other vehicles need to pass the lounge in Sharavathi Dam Back Water.

A large waterfall 30 kilometres (19 mi) away, created by the Sharavathi River falling from a height of 253 meters (829 ft), the highest plunge of an Indian waterfall. During the monsoons the 4 jets of water named Raja, Rani, Rocket, and Roarer gush in full strength. It takes the better part of 2 hours to climb down and a little more to climb back up. A trail of approx. 1400 steps has been constructed from the top of Jog Falls till the bottom. Though it eases the descent and ascent greatly, it can be quite tiring and exhausting. It's always advisable to carry a water bottle (though refreshments are available till a point) and some snacks when going to the bottom. The segmented falls are a major tourist attraction, also known as Gerusoppe falls, Gersoppa Falls and Jogada Gundi. There are many waterfalls in India that drop from a higher altitude, but, unlike those falls, Jog Falls is untiered, i.e., it drops directly and does not stream on to rocks. You can go down the falls by stairs about 1000 steps, or above the falls easily by walking. It was created when the river was dammed near the falls. The Jog Falls power project will supply power to 25% of Karnataka. August-December is considered the season of best flow and the best time to visit. The nearest train station is Sagara Jambagaru Railway Station. Reach Thalaguppa by train through Shimoga in Bangalore or Mysore Trains, then take Government or private buses to Jog Falls.