Arts
Shimoga is known as the cultural capital of Karnataka and is also called the 'Rice Bowl of Karnataka'. It is a modern, progressive city with strong cultural roots and warmhearted people.
"Kuvempu Rangamandira" and "Karnataka Sangha" are the major venues of the city for cultural activities.
Yakshagana, a dance drama, is popular in Thirthahalli, Hosanagara, Sagar, and Sorab Taluks of the district and this art is also performed in Shimoga. There are some professional and amateur troupes from Malnad region, performing this dance drama across Karnataka.
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