Agumbe-Cherrapunji of South India: Agumbe is a small village in the Malnad region of Karnataka. It is also called the Cherrapunji of South India because it receives more than 7,000 mm of rainfall annually. Agumbe is an ideal place for nature lovers who like to get lost in the beauty of nature. There are lush green forests, meandering rivers and many waterfalls. This place is located in Shivamogga district. It can be easily reached from Mangalore, Udupi and Shivamogga.