Sagara is a town located in the district of Shimoga of the Indian state of Karnataka. Located within the Western Ghats range, it is known for its proximity to Jog Falls and to the historical places of Ikkeri and Keladi. Varadamoola, the origin of the river Varada, is also near Sagara.

Sagara derives its name from Sadashiva Sagara, which is a lake. Sadashiva Nayaka, ruler of Keladi dynasty built a lake in between Keladi and Ikkeri. The lake Sadashiva Sagara is now called "Ganapathi Kere"

Tourist attractions in & around Sagara:

Sagara is surrounded by beautiful water bodies and mesmerising forest regions. The varada river serves the people with its lush springs. A dam is constructed on it, which sustains the basic water requirements of the city. Besides this there are lots of historical places surrounding the town. Its neighbouring Ghat sections received record rainfall this year. Surrounded by western ghats, sagara attracts nature lovers.

Honnemaradu: Honnemaradu is situated on the banks of back waters of Sharavathi river. A big water mass extends up to chakra dam. It is about 25 km from Sagar town and 10 km from Talaguppa.

Jog Falls: World famous jog falls is around 30 km from sagar, there are good bus services which takes you to jog.

Ikkeri: Historical town, Ikkeri is 3 km to the south of Sagara.

Interesting fatcs about Sagara:

Handigodu Syndrome: Handigodu joint disease (HJD) is a familial skeletal disorder. Handigodu near Sagara is one of the only two places in the world where this disorder is to be found - the other being northern Zululand, South Africa.

Kyasanur Forest Disease: Kyasanur forest disease, also known as Monkey Disease is a rare endemic tick-borne viral hemorrhagic fever which was first noticed in Kyasanur village, near Sagara.