Jul 16
Tour Details. Located in Karnataka State, in the South Kannada district, Mangalore is a small seaside town known as one of the major ports of India, handling much of India’s coffee and cashewnut exports. It is also now known internationally for the famous red terracotta roof tiles. As you depart the pierRead More
Aug 27
Mangalore – known as Mangaluru in the local language, was once a famous port, known in the 6th century as a major source of pepper. It was mentioned in writings of the 14th century Arab traveller Ibn Batuta, who noted its trade in pepper and ginger, and the presence of merchants from Persia and Yemen.Read More
Aug 27
Moodabidri is a Jain holy city, home to 18 temples, although the Jains are only a tiny minority of the local population. The largest of the temples is the 15th century Chandranatha Basti containing 1,000 pillars, carved in astonishingly fine detail – no two are alike. It also has a valuable collection of metal andRead More
