Prominent in the scene is the MRPL factory. Lush green surroundings add to the peaceful nature of the City. Mangalore junction - Railway station. More about transportation in Mangalore. This dance is performed during the Dussera celebration, Krishna Janmasthami.
Popular belief is that the almighty power enters the human body and blesses the people.
A common event in the vicinity of Mangalore, Cock fight . Hundreds of people flock around the scene and participate in the event. Lots of betting takes place and is full of fun. Sri Krishna Janmashtami witnesses the exuberant enactment of the god's childhood endeavours to steal butter and curd from earthen pots beyond his reach. A matka or pot containing these is suspended high above the ground and groups of young men and children form human pyramids to try and reach the pot and eventually break it.