Mangalore,the
district headquarters, has a long history of maritime
trade. Though developed as a business and commercial
centres Mangalore still retains its old world
charm-old tile-roofed buildings amidst coconut
groves, fishing boats silhouetted against the
darkening skyline, fishermen hauling in rich catch
of fish,sea food served in spicy coconut curries.
Mangalore is a remainder of the good times of
life. The district offers a wide range of interesting
places for both pilgrimage and pleasure tourists
such as Dharmasthala, Subramanya, Kollur, Udupi,
Karkala, Venoor and Moodabidri.Mangalore district
is a panorama of palm-fringed beaches,lush green
fields and enchanting forests. It is sheltered
by the soaring western ghats on the east and the
mighty Arabian sea roaring along its western shores. |