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Enthralling Waterfalls: The milky white waterfalls are inimitable by itself, primarily due to the grandeur of the evergreen forests that wrap it. Jog Falls bear witness to nature’s headlong tumble as the Sharavati River makes a spectacular drop of 253m in four distinct cascades, known locally as Raja, Rani, Rover, and Rocket to create the highest falls in Asia. Shivanasamudra Falls helps to discover nature’s handiwork and is 65km east of Mysore. The Kavery River as it plummets from a height of 75m into a deep, rocky gorge with a deafening roar, to form two picturesque falls. 100 m e d i c a l t o u r i s m ANCHOR INDIA Tucked away between private coffee and spice estates, Abbey Falls offers a splendid backdrop for picnics. Nestling beside the Rajiv Gandhi National Park (Nagarahole), Iruppu Falls presents a stunning sight during the monsoon. The mesmerising Magod Falls are located 80km from Karwar. Situated in the midst of dense forests, Sathodi Falls is locally known as the Mini-Niagara of Uttara Kannada District. Hebbe Falls is located at a distance of 8km from Kemmanagundi. River Ghataprabha takes a leap over a rocky bed 170ft down which makes a beautiful Gokak Falls.