 A winding ghat road and its spellbinding view ascends to an altitude of 826 m. Here lies Agumbe, situated around 32 km from Thirthahalli in Shimoga district. The site is noted for its alluring sunsets. Viewed from a platform the many hues of twilight and the setting sun are at their best during the months of November, December and January.
| Location |
Agumbe is 27 Kms from Sringeri |
| Distance |
Shimoga 90 Kms |
| STD Code |
08182 |
| Language |
Kannada,Hindi,English |
| Climate / best Season/ Best Time To Visit |
December to early April |
| Entertainment |
The highlight of this place is to experience the delightful Sunset which gets reflected from the Arabian sea onto the Horizon. Agumbe is the home of the Lion Tailed Black Macaque (Monkey) & Yellow Ringed Kraite (a endangered species of snakes). |
| How to Reach |
Air:The nearest airport is Mangalore (114 Kms).
Rail: The nearest railhead is Shimoga or Kadur.
Road: Agumbe is 27 Kms from the holy town of Sringeri, various Government & Private Buses ply daily to Agumbe from various places, Some of the distances are Sringeri 27 Kms, Kollur 60 Kms,Shimoga 90 Kms. |
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