The First Rains

The land is starting to become alive again
Nourished by the first monsoon-rains the former yellow, dried out grass around Gokarna and its beaches is starting to have a lush green again.It is time for Jackfruit and Mangoes are still plenty around. Slowly the rain brings everything back to life and it is a pleasure to watch the change!
The famous Jog-Falls are starting to have water again and are recommended to pay a visit to any time in or just after the monsoon. The beauty of this waterfall and its environment is magnificent!
In town and the villages the „savitri-pooja“ has been going on, and it was magical to see the women spinning their threads around the trees, immersed in their prayers for their husbands…
Holy Gokarna in its traditional light ! Read more »