Karwar is a peaceful port town with an enjoyable vibes situated 100 kms from Goa and 260 kms north of Managalore based in South India. It is the administrative headquarter of the Uttar Kannada district in Karnataka. A seaside town based on the banks of Kali River which flows along the western coast of the Indian peninsula, the quiet town of karwar is an ideal holiday destination for those who are enamoured by the sight of water bodies and deep-blue beaches. Karwar lies at a distance of 15 kms from south of the Karnataka-Goa border and 519 kms northwest of Bangalore. The present day Karwar town is an entirely new settlement. Historical significance of Karwar can be traced back to the colonial era in India. The British used made this town their district headquarter in 1862. It was frequented by Arabs, Dutch, Portuguese, French and later, the British as it has been an ancient site of sea trade. Ibn Battuta, the Moroccan scholar and traveler, has passed through this route during some of his journeys. The town fell under the Bombay presidency ruled by the British and was described as a first rate harbor between Bombay and Calcutta. The name 'Karwar' was earlier spelled as 'Carwar'.
Besides a number of famous beaches, karwar has an excess of historical monuments and holy temples, a tempting invitation to tourists who have a rich sense of history. The town is a gateway to some other nature expeditions in the region. The backdrop of Karwar depicts all the possible hues, from dull brown to amber shades of hills to lush green coast. A real treat to experience, Karwar is the perfect getaway for tourists looking to soothe their nerves in the luxurious green environs and savor the serene beauty of nature.