KAMATH RESIDENCY



SIRIMANE FALLS


Sirimane Falls is one among the many waterfalls of the Western Ghats of Karnataka. It is located at a distance of 5 km from Kigga near Sringeri, a popular pilgrimage center. Nearest Airport is Mangalore and nearest Railway stations are Udupi (96 KM) and Shimoga (114 KM). Kigga, a small village which houses the 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.