अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न (FAQs)
What makes the Aghanashini River Valley unique in India?
The Aghanashini River is unique because it is one of India's last completely undammed, free-flowing rivers, whose intact estuary was designated a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance in 2024.
What is Unchalli Falls in the Aghanashini Valley?
Unchalli Falls (also known as Lushington Falls) is a spectacular 116-metre waterfall where the Aghanashini River plunges into a deep forested canyon near Sirsi.
What is the traditional 'Gajni' farming system?
Gajni is a traditional integrated coastal agricultural practice where saline floodplains grow salt-tolerant Kagga rice during the monsoon and support organic fish/shrimp farming in the dry season.
How can travelers reach the Aghanashini Valley?
The coastal valley is reached via Kumta on NH 66 and the Konkan Railway (150 km from Goa Airport), while the upper falls are accessed via Sirsi (100 km from Hubballi).
What is the best time to visit the Aghanashini estuary and falls?
October to December is best for witnessing Unchalli Falls in full force, while November to March is ideal for migratory birdwatching and estuary boat cruises.