SIRSI.

Sirsi is a beautiful town, situated in the Northen part of Karnataka. The name Sirsi originates from a Kannada term "SHIRA", which means the head. It is the largest town in the district of North Kanara, known for its arecanut business. Sirsi also produces spices like black pepper & cardamom. It also produces coconuts.
The greatest thing about this place is its people. They are very warm hearted and peace loving. Their affability and their helpful attitude make Sirsi even more beautiful. The population of Sirsi is above 80000. Majorities of the people are of the "Havyak" community who constitute more than half of the total population. Most of these people indulge in agriculture and reside in villages. So you can say Sirsi is not confined to the town but extends to all those villages in and around. Another community which dominates the population especially is the Saraswat and the Gowd-saraswat Brahmins. I belong to this community. Muslims and Christians also form a part of Sirsi.
Situated at a altitude of 2500 feet above the sea level, Sirsi has been gifted with a wonderful climate. One doesn't require an A.C anytime of the year. Surrounded by thick deciduous forest, you can see trees even in the heart of town. There are many exotic tourist locations around Sirsi. Some are listed below: * Jog Falls- Asia's highest water falls. * Banavasi- the once capital of the Kadamba dynasty. * Yana- a holy place in midst of the thick forest which takes you closer to Mother Nature. * Marikamba Temple- Shakti Peeta. * Water falls- situation of Sirsi in the Western Ghats has it close to many beautiful, natural locations. The short, swift rivers give rise to many waterfalls. Some of them, which are within an hour's drive, are Unchalli Falls, Magod Falls, Satodi Falls, Dabbe Falls & Moorgar Falls.
There is a lot to see then to read about Sirsi. People who have come here have gone back with a wish of coming back here again and again. It is definetly a small paradise undiscovered.