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Shivarama Karantha Balavana is museum/ picnic spot and swimming pool at Puttur Taluk near Mangalore in Karnataka.

Kota Shivaram Karanth (Kannada) (October 10, 1902 - December 9, 1997) was a major Kannada writer, social activist, environmentalist, Yakshagana artist, film maker and thinker. His house named Balavana is now maintained by the Government of India. The government has added a swimming pool and made the place an educational institution for local children.

About
Dr. Shivarama Karantha a Jnana Peeta Awardee Stayed here for about 40 years. He made most of his literary Contributions to Kannada language and Tulu language and Cultural endeavors at Balavana. Now Balavana is taken over by the Govt. of Karnataka and a Committee of manages this property. Here showcased literary works and an attractive museum is established and it is open to all public's. A swimming pool is built for training the Children. A small library, and open air theatre with a large seating capacity. Trees form a cool back drop to the place and cultural activities like Bharathanatya and drama. In summer, summer camps are held here for the Children of Puttur Town and surrounding villages.