Gokarna is a town on the Arabian Sea, located in Karnataka. It is a Hindu pilgrimage destination, with a number of sacred sites including the Mahabaleshwara Temple and Koti Teertha. Gokarna is often metaphorized as a ‘crowd-less Goa’. The places has many amazing beaches where you can spend some time relaxing in peace.
Best time to visit: Throughout the year
How to reach
• By air: The nearest airport is Dabolim in Goa, from where you can take a taxi or train to Gokarna
• By rail: The nearest railway station is the Gokarna Road (8 km from the main city)
• By road: Gokarna is well-connected by road to other major cities of India.
Attractions: Om Beach, Mahabaleshwara Temple, Kudle Beach, Gokarna Beach, Yaana, Half Moon Beach, Koti Tirtha, Paradise Beach.
Average Temperature: 27.1-degree celsius