JOG WATERFALLS
Jog Falls is the second-highest plunge waterfall in India,located near Sagara, Karnataka.
Jog Falls is created by the Sharavathi River falling from a height of 253 m.
The fall splits in to four parts and jumps from the Deccan plateau to the plains.
The four parts are called Raja, Rocket, Roarer and Rani.
Near the waterfall is the Linganmakki Dam across river Sharavathi, and the hydro-electric power station.
It is one of the largest hydro-electric stations in India and a significant source of electric power for Karnataka.
The area around the fall is excellent for trekking.
The Tourism Department have built approximately 1400 steps to reach the bottom of the hill.
The best time to visit is August - December.
The place is well connected by rail and road from Shimoga city.
A number of government & private buses ply between Shimoga and Jog Falls.
Jog Falls is the second-highest plunge waterfall in India,located near Sagara, Karnataka.
Jog Falls is created by the Sharavathi River falling from a height of 253 m.
The fall splits in to four parts and jumps from the Deccan plateau to the plains.
The four parts are called Raja, Rocket, Roarer and Rani.
Near the waterfall is the Linganmakki Dam across river Sharavathi, and the hydro-electric power station.
It is one of the largest hydro-electric stations in India and a significant source of electric power for Karnataka.
The area around the fall is excellent for trekking.
The Tourism Department have built approximately 1400 steps to reach the bottom of the hill.
The best time to visit is August - December.
The place is well connected by rail and road from Shimoga city.
A number of government & private buses ply between Shimoga and Jog Falls.
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