Gokarna - 60 Kms. from Karwar by road. Literally meaning "Cow's Ear", this town is formed by the ear shaped confluence of two rivers. Gokarna is renowned for Atmalinga in an ancient temple which is also in the shape of a cow's ear. Legend has it that Ravana tried to pull it out after Lord Ganesh had permanently placed it there. He was sent there by his father Lord Shiva to prevent Ravana from taking it back to Lanka and enhancing his power. It is a Sanskrit learning center. Om beach, a paradise by the sea in the shape of an Om is also located here. Don't miss the sunsets here.
