8 Places To Visit In Gokarna For A Weekend Getaway

1. Kudle Beach

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2. Om Beach

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3. Gokarna Beach

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4. Mahabaleshwar Temple

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5. Yana Caves

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6. Mirjan Fort

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7. Belekan Beaches

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8. Murudeshwar Temple

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