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SHIVANASAMUDRA – GAGANACHUKKI AND BHARACHUKKI WATERFALLS

October 16, 2005

Shivanasamudra is probably the largest waterfall in the region after Jog Falls. The place is also credited for hosting the first hydroelectric project in India. Here, Kaveri splits into two, falls into a valley in two separate places called Gaganachukki and Bharachukki and re-unites downstream. A good lot of water falls down from both the waterfalls. Gaganachukki especially is a steep fall where water gushes down with great velocity. The two waterfalls are around a 15-minute drive apart and make beautiful picnic locations.

Also see: Places around Bangalore on the bank of kaveri

Information

Shivanasamudra can be approached either via Bangalore – Mysore road or Kanakapura road. If you are taking Mysore road, you need to turn left at Maddur and drive some distance. On Kanakapura road, keep driving for around 120 kms on the highway. Shivanasamudra is very close to the highway. Kanakapura road is usually devoid of much traffic and is preferred way for driving. The roads are not very good and it may require 3 hours to cover the distance, so plan to leave early. There are no hotels close by and no accommodation or restaurants available on location. Nearby places to visit include Talkad, which has nice sandy shores by the river and a few historical monuments.

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*** Gururaj - October 12, 2006, 3:50 am ***

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*** India Travel Blog » Waterfall World – travelogues, travel guide, places to see and information - June 15, 2009, 6:40 pm ***

[...] here is the image of two waterfalls at Shivanasamudra – Gaganachukki and Bharachukki where Kaveri falls down from a good height. Unfortunately I never [...]

*** India Travel Blog » Weekend Getaways from Bangalore – photography, images, travelogues, travel guide, places to see and information - January 18, 2010, 3:57 pm ***

[...] Nandi Hills 3. Muthathi 4. Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary 5. Sangama, Mekedatu and Chunchi falls 6. Shivanasamudra – Gaganachukki and Bharachukki waterfalls 7. Talkad 8. Balmuri Falls 9. Hogenakkal 10. KRS dam and Brindavan gardens 11. Melukote 12. [...]


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