Hinduism: Details about 'Shimoga'
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Shimoga (ಶಿವಮೊಗ್ಗ in Kannada, locally known as Shivamogga) is a city in west-central Karnataka state, India. Shimoga is the administrative seat of the surrounding Shimoga District. It is situated 275 km northwest of Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka.
HistoryThe name of the city is derived from the term Shiva-Mukha, literally meaning Face of Shiva. An alternative etymology is that the name is derived from the term Sihi-Moge, meaning Sweet Pot. The district formed the southern tip of Emperor Ashoka's Mauryan Empire in the third century BCE. It was ruled in later centuries by the Kadambas (4th century CE), Chalukyas (6th century), Gangas, Rashtrakutas (8th century), Hoysalas (11th century), and the Vijayanagara rulers (15th century). The city got an independent identity under the Keladi Nayakas in the 16th century, reaching its pinnacle under the rule of Shivappa Nayaka. From the late 17th century onwards, the city was a part of the Kingdom of Mysore until the independence of India in 1947, when Mysore merged into the Republic of India. Shimoga DistrictShimoga District is a part of naturally rich Malnad (Malenaadu) region of Karnataka.Its is also known as "Gateway to Malenaadu" ("Malenaada Hebbagilu", as in kannada). It has an area of 10,553 sq. km, and a population of 1,639,595 (2001 census), a 12.90% increase from 1991. It is bounded by the districts of Haveri to the northeast, Davanagere to the east, Chikmagalur to the southeast, Udupi to the southwest, and Uttara Kannada to the northwest. The Western Ghats or Sahyadri range and the numerous rivers that originate there provide Shimoga with abundant natural beauty. Jog Falls, situated 113 km away from Shimoga, bear witness to nature’s headlong tumble as the Sharavati river makes a spectacular drop of 235 m (810 ft) in four distinct cascades—known locally as Raja, Rani, Roarer and Rocket—to create the highest waterfalls in Asia. The falls are at their best during the monsoon, with arching rainbows colouring the mist. by the rivers Tunga, Bhadra, Sharavati, Kumudvati and numerous others, Shimoga is known as the Rice Bowl of Karnataka. Tourist AttractionsRivers, dams and water falls
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Noted personalities
sa:शिमोगा Shimoga 希莫加 Khadi Shankarappa - A freedom fighter K. Shankarappa who is known as Khadi Shankarappa is the person responsible for the spread of khadi movement in the district. He along with S.R. Nagappa Shetty started Sudarshana Khadi Nilaya during 1930's in Shimoga. He devoted his life to popularise Khadi and established Khadi Mandira in Shimoga and was responsible for establishment of weaving centres in Shimoga district. He was sent to prison several times during the freedom struggle, but he continued working as an underground khadi karyakartha. After India gained independence from the British rule, Khadi Shankarappa devoted his service to the movement of cooperation in the district. He served City Co-operative Bank, City Co-operative Society in several capacities. Mr. Shankarappa has published his memories titled "Antharya" which was released during 1999. It is a historical document for the freedom struggle of the district. He expired on 27th April, 2005 saddening hundreds of admirers, friends and khadi karyakarthas who were inspired by his teachings. Weather The weather is pleasant throughout the year except during the summer when the temperature might reach 35 C. There is ample supply of water as many rivers originate here and there is sufficient land, especially on national highway between Sagar and Shimoga. If the infrastructure improves this would be an ideal location for Information Technology companies.
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