Gokarna is a very important pilgrimage center with the famous Mahabaleshwara temple & is also a tourist attraction for its beaches. Gokarna means ‘cow’s ear’. It is believed that Lord Shiva appeared here in the form of a Shiva Linga out of the ear of a cow. This cow is believed to be a manifestation of Prithvi, or Mother Earth.There are many Gokarna Beaches to visit- and Kudle Beach, Om Beach, Half-Moon Beach & Paradise Beach are ideal spots to visit in Gokarna. Om Beach is a unique beach, in the shape of the holy symbol of Om.Among other Gokarna Hotels, you can stay near the beach in one of 12 English colonial style suites in Om Beach Resorts. The rooms offer magnificent views of the beach and the lush green hills. The resort provides you with all the modern amenities in a tranquil, old world location. Take a boat ride on the beautiful Paradise beach.Enjoy yourself in the isolated Paradise beach, which can be reached only by boat or by trekking through a forest path. Relax & rejuvenate your body with Ayurvedic treatments – a relaxing oil bath or a yoga and meditation session. Visit the famous temples around the town, including the beautiful Mahabaleshwara Temple.
SwaSwara Resorts takes you on a journey of self-discovery in the beautiful settings of Gokarna, with its beaches, verdant hills & ancient temples. Set amidst an undulating landscape, surrounded by waving paddy fields & coconut groves, SwaSwara is a beautiful resort built on 26 acres of land that overlooks the Om Beach. The resort offers 27 self-contained villas built in the Konkan style.Lose yourself in the rhythm & sounds of nature, the splashing waves, the wind rustling through the trees and the songs of birds. At the center of the resort is a blue-domed meditation center that reflects the design of the Gokarna Temple. Yoga & meditation classes and Ayurvedic therapies can help you revitalize your mind & body. The cuisine offered is a blend of fresh farm produce from nearby villages and fresh seafood. SwaSwara is ideal for those who want to spend at least a week in an isolated paradise, away from the hassles of city life.Gokarna is not directly connected on the train & air routes. The nearest airport is Dabolim in Goa, 140 km away and the nearest railway station is Ankola, 20 km away. Gokarna is 475 km from Bangalore. You can get many KSRTC & private buses to Gokarna from Bangalore.Gokarna is a great place to visit, with temples and beaches & hills. Spend a luxurious holiday in one the resorts in Gokarna, near the beaches, & come back recharged to tackle the everyday routine of city life.Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/6465421
