Ulavi located about 140 Kms from Hubli is an important center of pilgrimage for people of the Lingayat faith. This beautiful place amidst the Western Ghats lies between Dandeli and Karwar. The major attractions here is the temple of Shri Channabasavanna, one of the most revered saints of the Lingayat faith and the Ulavi caves. The caves are located adjacent to a dense forest area which is the home to wild animals like tiger, chita, elephant, sarang, cobra etc.