Mangalore, in South India, is situated close to the backwaters formed by the confluence of the Gurpur and Netravati rivers. The tourists are captivated and amazed by the panoramic view of the temples and churches, slender winding streets, beautiful coconut trees, quaint gable-roofed houses, smell of spicy coconut curries and the wonderful view of the sea. The tourists can enjoy folk art and folk dances like the Pilivesha – a tiger folk dance performed during the Janmashtami and Dussehra festivals and the Yakshagana which is a dance drama held at night.