Mattur (Mathur) is a village near Shivamogga city known for the usage of Sanskrit for day-to-day communication... See most popular tourist places to visit in Shimoga ( Shivamogga ), top things to do, shopping and nightlife in Shimoga ( Shivamogga ), find entry timings, fees about various attractions in Shimoga ( Shivamogga ), Karnataka Explore the beauty of Shivamogga with its top tourist attractions, including Gajanur Dam, Jog Falls, Kundadri Hill, and Honnemaradu. Shivamogga Dasara is celebrated grandly, similar to Mysuru Dasara, though on a smaller scale. The festival includes processions of Goddess Chamundeshwari, cultural performances, music and dance shows, decorated tableaux, and religious rituals. Streets are beautifully illuminated, and local artisans display handicrafts and traditional foods.