Sirimane Falls

Sirimane Falls

Sirimane Falls is one among the many waterfalls of the Western Ghats of Karnataka.

Location

Sirimane Falls is located at a distance of 5 km from Kigga near Sringeri, a popular pilgrim center. Nearest Airport is Mangalore and nearest Railway stations are udupi (96 KM) and shimoga (114 KM).

Kigga, a small village which houses to beautiful waterfalls. Kigga is about 16 km from Sringeri. Water from falls feeds coffee estates and paddy fields in the downstream. A moderate entry fee is collected to maintain the walkways and viewpoints. The money collected also supports a small hydraulic power plant which is built adjacent to falls which lights Kigga houses. The entire activity is controlled and maintained by local bodies.

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