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Manipal
Hastashilpa - Hastashilpa is a fusion of disparate architectural elements recapturing
the style of the traditional homes of the region on a hillock in Manipal.
Heritage Village - The heritage village will have eight museums, which will display
the traditional arts, crafts, paintings and textiles of the region. There will also be
galleries depicting the life and works of cultural luminaries of the district, an arts and
crafts production-cum training center a performing arts center with a well-equipped
experimental theatre, a recording studio to preserve video and audio tapes of the
various vanishing folk art forms. It is a literary center to help literature find its
cultural moorings and an elaborate documentation center. more...
Planetarium - one can gaze at the stars from here even at daytime. This is the
second planetarium in the state of Karnataka.
Anatomy museum - various kinds of collections related to the human body are
preserved here.
Jomlu Teertha - on Ellu amavasya (an auspicious day in the Hindu calendar) day,
people come to this place and bathe in the waterfalls. This year, more than 10,000
people bathed on the holy day. Having natural beauty, this place is a well-known
picnic spot.
Varanga - a known Jain pilgrim center. One chaturmukha basadi is in the midst of a
pond. There is one Jain mutt and another basadi.
Karkala - Karkala situated about 35 Kms from Udupi, is the headquarters of the
Karkala Taluk. About 52 kms northeast of Mangalore, Karkala is known primarily for
the statue of Lord Bahubali (Gomateshwara).
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Dharmasthala - Dharmasthala is perhaps the most highly revered and best-known
temple town in Karnataka. Located amidst the picturesque Western Ghats on the
banks of the Netravathi River, it is about 100 kms from Udupi. Devotees of all caste
and creed visit this holy place well known for charity.
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Ambalpady - The site of the hoary shrine of Sri Mahakali, situated in Ambalpady
ward of Udupi town was originally a wood. 'Ambalpady' is the name of the village
where the temple is located.
Pajaka - Pajaka has the birthplace of Sri Madhwacharya, situated seven miles
southeast of Udupi Kunjaru hill, near Pajaka a famous Durga Temple on its top. This
hill is also known as `Durga betta'. On its four sides are four holy teerthas or tanks
created by Lord Parashurama.
Kunjarugiri - located in the Udupi taluk, it is about 11 kms from Udupi. The hamlet
consists of two small hills.
Barkur - Barkur a hamlet of Kachur village about 16 kms to the north of Udupi, was
once a renowned capital of the region. The original name of the town was Barakanur,
which was later changed to Barahakanyapura (the town of twelve virgins).
Kollur - Kollur, 76 kms from Udupi, is one of the most important places of pilgrimage
on the west coast attracting pilgrims from all over India. The temple dedicated to the
Divine Mother, Sri Mookambika, stands in the valley of the great Kodachadri peak.
Ottinane - The Kshitija Nature Resort, a beach, sunset point are the favourite spots
of travelers here. Forest guest house provides accomodation to visitors.
Maravanthe - Maravanthe (Kundapura taluk), about nine kms east of Kundapura is
one of the most beautiful spots of south Canara along the east coast. It is an
enchanting place, where on the western side, the Arabian Sea is stretching, while on
the eastern side, runs the Saurpanika River and in between them passes the west
coast road.
Hattiangadi - about 8 kms to the the northeast of Kundapur, hattiangadi is on the
northern bank of the river Varahi. It is well known for its ancient ruined temples,
important basadis and insrcriptions. The newly renovated Ganesha temple is a major
tourist spot.
Anegudde - Kumbhashi, about nine kms to the south of Kundapur, is famous for its
two temples, namely, Mahalingeshwara and Anegudde Vinayaka.
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Pajaka - Birthplace of Madhvacharya, the great Indian philosopher.
Kateel - the temple of Goddess Durga Parameshwari is well known and people from
different parts of India visit this place.
Polali - About 72 kms from Udupi, formerly known as 'Pulingapura', is a hamlet of
Kariangala village. Polali is situated at the distance of about 200 yards from the
Gurpur River. It has an important temple dedicated to Shree Rajarajeshwari.
Pilikula - with nature resort, water resort, sanctuary, Snake Park, Pilikula is a loved
spot for travel freaks. An Ayurveda centre is also being planned.
Ullal - situated on the banks of Netravati River, it is 8 kms from Mangalore. It has the
well-known dargah of the saint Syed Mohammed Sheiful Madani.
Someshwar - the Someshwar Beach is a favourite spot for nature lovers and
swimmers. Huge rocks and a temple on the top of these rocks is a nice sight. Trip to
this place is very refreshing.
Mangalore
Kadri - Kadri, about 5 kms from the Mangalore city bus stand, is an ancient religious
spot in Mangalore. Among the places of interest in Mangalore, the temple at Kadri
stands foremost. This temple dedicated to Lord Manjunatha, dating back to about
1068 A.D., and nestling at the foot of the Kadri hill, draws to Mangalore hundreds of
visitors. Some of the images and idols found here are indeed priceless for beauty and
antiquity. The Lokeshwara bronze statue of this Temple is tipped to be the best
bronze statue in India.
Mangaladevi Temple - The ancient Mangaladevi temple is in Bolar, 3 kms from
Mangalore city bus stand. According to the legend, the name "Mangalore", originated
from the Goddess Mangaladevi who is enshrined in this temple, built in the tenth
century.
Sharavu temple - Sri Sharavu Sharabeshwara - Sri Mahaganapathy Kshetra is an
outstanding, pious centre of great illustrious history of marathon 800 years.
Kudroli Gokarnath Temple - situated 3 Km. from main Nehru Maidan Bus Stand,
this temple has been renovated and now it is one of the major tourist attractions in
Mangalore
Sultan Batteri - this is a watchtower claimed to be built by Tipu Sultan to help
prevent the entrance of warships into the Gurpur River. It has a complex construction
and though it was meant to be a simple watchtower, it gives the impression to the
onlookers of a miniature fortress with its many apertures for mounting cannons all
round.
Panambur beach - Tannirbavi Beach is one of the best beaches of Dakshina
Kannada. One can enjoy the sunset view here. It is about 12 Km. away from Bus
Stand.
Surathkal Beach - This picturesque beach is known for its clean surroundings and
the lighthouse. This beach is a few minutes away from Karnataka Regional
Engineering College (K.R.E.C)
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Kollur - Murudeshwara
Saligrama - Narasimha Temple, Anegudde - Vinayaka Temple, Hattiyangadi Vinayak Temple, Kollur - Mookambika Temple, Murudeshwara - Shiva Temple,
Beach, Resort, Maravatnte - Beach , Koteshwara - Koti Lingeshwara & Kota
Sringeri - Horanadu
Perdur- Anantha Padmanabha Temple, Someshwara - Maha Ganapathi
Temple,Agumbe- Sunset Point, Sringeri - Sharadhambha Temple, Shankara
Peetham,Horanadu - Annapoorneshwari Temple, Kalasa Kalaseshwara, Kudermukha
Dharmastala - Subrahmanya
Dharmastala - Manjunath Temple, Park, Museum, Bahubali, Subrahmanya- Adi &
Kukke Subrahmanya Temple, Southadka - Maha Ganapathi Temple
Karkala - Moodabdri
Karkala - Bhagavan Bhaubali, Varahanga, Jain Basadhi, Moodabdri - Sahasra
Kambha Basadhi, Kanthavara - Kanteshwara Temple, Kodyadka Annapoorneshwari Temple
Udupi Local
Udupi - Sri Krishna Temple, Pajaka - Sri Madhwacharya's Birth Place, Kunjargiri Durgadevi Temple, Ambalpady - Mahakali Janardhan Temple, Malpe - Beach, Saint
Marys Island, Balaram Temple, Kadiyali - Mahishamardini Temple, Manipal -
Venugopla Swamy Temple, End Point, Ganapathi Temple, Campus, Heritage village,
Planetarium
Mangalore
Kapu - Marikamba Temple, Light House, Padubdri - Maha Ganapathi
Temple,Bappanadu - Durga Parameshwari Temple, Kateel - Durga Parameshwari
Temple,Pilikula - Resort, Polali - Rajarajeshwari Temple, Mangalore - Mangala Devi
Temple, Gokarnatheshwara Temple, Kadri - Park, Majunateshwara Temple, Sultan
Bateri
Baekal Port
Madhur - Maha Ganapathi Temple, Kumble - Anjaneya Gudi,
Kanhangad - Anandashrama, Baekal Port - Someshwara Beach.
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Mangalore is mostly preferred by travellers from Bangalore, Mangalore. The go to destination for
types of travellers, be it family, kids and couples, Mangalore is, however, mostly preferred by
Family, Couple. The best season or months to visit places in Mangalore are February,
September, October, November, December. There are 47 tourist places in Mangalore, which can
be explored by travellers. Local attractions can be visited at any time of the day, be it early
morning, afternoon, evening or night, as suitable for travellers. Sightseeing in Mangalore can be
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sightseeing reviews. Recently reviewed tourist attractions in Mangalore, which are great places
to visit, are Suratkal Beach, Pilikula Nisargadhama, St Aloysius Chapel, St. Mary'S Islands, Dr
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Panambur Beach, Mangalore

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Panambur Beach serves as the site of kite festivals during the last week of April for a group of
kite makers and kite flyers. Apart from New Mangalore Port, Mangalore Chemical and
Fertilizers Factory and the Kudremukh Iron Ore Factory are also located near the beach. Read
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Kudroli Sri Gokarnanatheshwara Temple, Mangalore

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Kudroli Sri Gokarnanatheshwara Temple, built by Sri Narayana Guru, the saint and social
reformer from Kerala, dates from 1912. Only temple in Karnataka built by Sri Narayana Guru, it
was meant for the worship by Billava community, who were prohibited from entering
other... Read More
"Clean surroundings"2 months ago"Excellent Temple"Apr 7, 2015
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Mangalore Beach, Mangalore

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Mangalore Beach has the confluence of Gurupara and Nethravathi River, nearby. Alongside the
beach, several starred hotels and budget hotels are present. Yakshagana performance on the
silvery sands of the beach is a prominent allure for the tourists. During this
performance,... Read More
"Good for adventurers"Feb 12, 2015"Less crowded and also well maintained"Jul 4, 2014
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Ullal, Mangalore
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Ullal, located on the shore of the Arabian Sea, is a sea-town that was once the capital of the
Tulu Kingdom. Attractions of the town include Someshwara Temple, Queen Abbakka's Fort at
Ranipura and Seyyad Madani Dargah. In memory of the Muslim saint Syed Muhamed Shareef
Madani... Read More
"Every one who wants to visit..."May 7, 2014"Good sightseeing place"Feb 18, 2014
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Kateel, Mangalore
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Kateel is a tiny island in the middle of the Nandini River. The town is famous for its shrines
dedicated to Ganesha, Naga, Chamundi, Rakteshwari, Kshetrapala and Brahma. Read More
"Feel the divine presence"May 6, 2015"A good place to visit when you are on..."Oct 6, 2014
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Someshwar Beach, Mangalore

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Someshwar Beach is situated near the confluence of the Nethravathi River and the Arabian Sea,
in Ullal. Large rocks called 'Rudra Shile' are prominent highlights of the beach. To the north side
of the beach lies the Somanath Temple that was constructed during the rule of the... Read More
"Hidden jewel of Karnataka"May 6, 2015"Nice clean beach"Apr 9, 2015

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Pilikula Park and Golf Course, Mangalore

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Pilikula Park and Golf Course is well-known as a mystical spot in which tigers move freely.
Literally meaning 'pond of tigers', the park is spread over an area of 350 acres. Often known as
Pilikula Nisargadhama, it is an integrated nature park. Located atop a hillock, the park... Read
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"Huge golf course"Mar 30, 2014"Vist for the snakes"Dec 15, 2013
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Thousand Pillars Jain Temple, Mangalore

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Thousand Pillars Jain Temple is dedicated to Shri Chandranath, a Jain saint. Located in
Moodabidire, the temple is intricately carved and has Nepalese style of architecture. Around
560 years old, the temple has its history carved on its walls and pillars. Read More
"Amazing temple with thousand pillars"Mar 30, 2014"Nice location"Nov 2, 2013
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Type: Beach
Tannirubhavi Beach, Mangalore

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"Cool beach to go"Oct 31, 2014"Good Place"Oct 15, 2014
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St. Aloysious Chapel, Mangalore

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St. Aloysious Chapel, located at the central region of the city on a hill, well-known in the region
as the Lighthouse Hill, was built by Reverend Father Joseph Willy. This Christian chapel was built
in 1884, as a part of the Mangalore Mission started in 1878. Owing to their... Read More
"Has ancient paintings"Mar 31, 2015"Visit to see nice colorful paintings."Sep 24, 2014
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Mangaladevi Temple, Mangalore

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Mangaladevi Temple dates back to the 9th century when Kundavarma, the most famous king of
Ahepa dynasty, was ruling Tulu Nadu. The king granted land to two saints from Nepal who
stated that the place was dedicated to Mangaladevi. Machendranatha and Gorakanatha, the
two holy... Read More
"Beautiful temple, maintained well"Apr 24, 2015"Routine temple"Oct 7, 2013
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Sultan Battery, Mangalore

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"Good historic place"2 months ago"Historical site"Mar 9, 2015
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Durga Parameshwari Temple, Mangalore

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Durga Parameshwari Temple is located on the banks of Nandini River amidst the lush green
fields and beautiful hills. After its location amidst the Nandini River, the temple has derived its
name. Root of the name of the temple is 'Kati' that means the centre and 'Ila' meaning... Read
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"Good facilities"Oct 8, 2013"River on all sides"Oct 7, 2013
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Kadri Manjunatha Temple, Mangalore

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Kadri Manjunatha Temple is said to have been built during the 10th or 11th century. Converted
to a complete stone structure during the 14th century, the temple is located on the hills of
Kadri. In the temple is housed the idol of Lord Manjunathaswamy, which is famed as the... Read
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"Manjunatha Temple"Aug 22, 2013"Good place to vist in Mangalore"Jul 30, 2013
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Kudupu Sri Anantha Padmanabha Temple, Mangalore

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Kudupu Sri Anantha Padmanabha Temple houses a holy pond 'Bhadra Saraswathi Thirtha' to its
left side. Well-known for serpent worship, its main deity is Lord Anantha Padmanabha, who is
facing towards the west. In eastern part of the temple, Naga Bana (hundreds of serpent
idols)... Read More
"Old temple provides good prasad"2 months ago"Not that great"Aug 15, 2013
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Kadri Hill Park, Mangalore

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Kadri Hill Park is the largest park within city limits of Mangalore. Consisting of a wellmaintained animal conservatory, it comes under the Government Horticulture Department. In
the animal conservatory, various kinds of reptiles and rare species of birds, along with
sambars,... Read More
"Cool place"1 month ago"Nice place to take a walk"Mar 30, 2014
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Milagres Church, Mangalore

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Milagres Church was constructed by Bishop Thomas de Castro, a Theatine priest of Salcette.
Constructed in 1680 by Bishop Thomas De Castro, a Theatine priest of Salcette in Goa, this
church has an altar with a French painting of St. Monica and St. Augustine. As conversion
to... Read More
"Beautiful Church in the centre of the... "Mar 30, 2014
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Type: Garden
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Light House Hill Garden, Mangalore

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Light House Hill Garden is an 18th century light house, which is believed to have been built by
Haider Ali. From the newly renovated garden, present near the lighthouse, beautiful view of the
sea, the sailing ships and boats can be availed. Built as early as in the 18th... Read More
"Top attraction in the centre of the city "Mar 30, 2014
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Shri Sharavu Mahaganapathi Temple, Mangalore

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Shri Sharavu Mahaganapathi Temple dates back 800 years. Apart from being a hub for a range
of cultural activities like dance and drama performances, the temple is also the centre of
Yakshangana and a number of social and cultural activities. During special occasions like... Read
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"Kerala style temple"Oct 7, 2013
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Shri Manjunatha Temple, Mangalore

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"Well maintained temple"Sep 1, 2014
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Mangalore
Situated at a distance of 350 km, the port city of Mangalore lies between the Arabian
Sea and the Western Ghats. The city derives its name from the local Hindu goddess
Mangaladevi and had developed as a port city on the Arabian Sea. To this day, it
remains a port city and is one of the major ports of India. The port of Mangalore
handles 75 percent of Indias coffee exports and a major portion of the countrys
cashew exports. The city of Mangalore has much cultural and historical significance.
It was the kingdom of several powerful dynasties such as the Rashtrakutas,
Kadambas, Chalukyas, Hoysalas and Vijayanagar dynasties, as well as the
Portuguese.
The culture, history and heritage of the city are a major draw for tourists from all
over the country and the world. Hundreds and thousands of tourists from all around
the globe flock to this beautiful destination to enjoy the beauty of the architectural
marvels erected by the majestic rulers of the past. The folk dance and art forms are
a beautiful reflection of the culture, traditions and beliefs of the people of Mangalore.
From the Udupi cuisine to the mystical Sri Subramanya temple dedicated to the Lord
of All Serpents there are several mysteries hidden in Mangalore that need
unravelling. These mystical and beautiful destinations lie in and around Mangalore
and offer a number of sights and experiences.
Thrillophilia brings you a host of such destinations. Ideal for a quick weekend trip,
these destinations lie close to Mangalore and guarantee you a holiday full of
learning, excitement, adventure and fun. From trekking about in the Kudremukh
National Park to exploring the mighty fort of Jamalabad, you can do it all with this
exciting package offered by Thrillophilia. So get set for an exciting journey into the
heartland of Mangalore and experiencing some unforgettable moments in the city.
Some of the best places to visit

near Mangalore:
1. Karkala
Situated at a distance of 380 km from the capital city of Bangalore, Karkala is a small
town in the Udupi district of Karnataka. During the Jain rule, the town was called
Pandya Nagari and was later renamed to Karikallu. This later metamorphosed to
Karkal and finally to Karkala.
Karkala is of particular interest as it has a number of historical and natural
landmarks. Karkala is best known for the gigantic statue of Gomateshwara. The
statue of Gomateshwara has a height of 42 feet and is an important site of
pilgrimage for Jains from all over the world. Karkala also has about 18 Jain basadis
including the Chaturmukha Tirthankara Basadi, Anekere Padmavathi Basadi,
Hiriyangaddi Neminatha Basadi.
Karkala also has a number of Hindu temples, mosques and churches. Some of the
most important historical monuments in Karkala include the Ananthapadmanabha
Temple, Chaturmukha Basadi, the Gomateshwara statue and the Manasthambha and
these are protected by the Archaeological Survey of India.
There are several festivals celebrated in the city. However, the most important of all
the festivals celebrated in Karkala is the Mahamastakabhisheka. The festival is
celebrated once in every 12 years and it attracts a large number of tourists from all
over the world.
The Mahamastakabhisheka is a ceremony when hundreds and thousands of devotees
from all over the country and the world gather at Karkala to bathe and anoint the
Gomateshwara statue with milk, water, saffron paste, sandalwood powder, turmeric
and vermillion. Innumerable devotees from all over the world come to Karkala to
participate in and witness this grand festival.
Other important traditions of Karkala include the Hulivesha or Tiger Dance, which is a
unique folk dance of the region; Bhuta Kola or spirit worship, which is carried out at
night; the Kambala or buffalo racing; Korikatta or Cockfighting; and Nagaradhane or
snake worship.
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2. Mudabidri
Mudabidri or Moodabidri is a small town in the Dakshina Kannada district of

Karnataka. The town gets its name from the words Moodu, meaning East, and Bidiru,
meaning bamboo. Because of the luxuriant growth of bamboos in the region, the
town was named Moodabidri. Situated at an elevation of 482 feet, the town is
situated on National Highway 13 and is accessible from Mangalore by bus. It is
situated at a distance of 31 km from Mangalore. Other places situated near
Moodabidri include Udupi, Karkala, Kudremukh and Venur. The nearest railway
station is the Mangalore Railway Station and the nearest airport is the Mangalore
Airport.
Moodabidri is best known for its Jain heritage. Jainism was and is widely practised in
Moodabidri. The Thousand Pillars Temple, also known as the Saavira Kambada
Basadi, is one of the most famous tourist places near Mangalore situated in
Moodabidri.
There are several other Jain temples situated in the town of Moodabidri such as the
Leppada Basadi, the Ammanvara Basadi, the Guru Basadi, and others. The town of
Moodabidri also has a sizeable population of Hindus and Hindu temples. There is also
the presence of a sizeable number of Roman Catholics. Moodabidri has about 11
churches in and around the town. Among these the most famous is the Igreja da
Santa Cruz Hospet or Hospet Church built by the Portuguese in the 16th century.
The traditions and festivals of Moodabidri are a major draw for tourists from all over
the country and the world. Some of the important festivals celebrated in the town
include the Hulivesha, Navaraatri, the Rashi Pooja or the Mari Pooja, the Bhuta Kola,
the Kambala, the Korikatta, and the Rathotsava. One of the most important festivals
celebrated in Moodabidri is the Lakshadweepotsava. This festival is situated by the
Konkani speaking population. It is a five day festival and marks the start of the
Utsava.
3. Dharmasthala
Situated on the banks of the River Nethravati, the quaint little town of Dharmasthala
is located in the Dakshin Kannada region of Karnataka and is one of the important
places to visit near Mangalore. The town is best known for the Dharmasthala temple
which is known for its architectural splendour and religious significance.
Interestingly, the Dharmasthala temple administration is run by Jains while all poojas
and rituals are carried out by Hindu priests belonging to the Madhava order. The
most important festival celebrated in the town is the annual Lakshadeepa. The
festival is celebrated in the months of November and December. The Dharmasthala
temple receives as many as 10,000 pilgrims every day.
The Dharmasthala temple is an excellent example of religious tolerance. The
guardian of the temple is a Jain Heggade, while all priests are Vaishnavite Brahmins.
Furthermore, amidst the idols of Daivas and Lord Manjunath, offerings, poojas and
rituals are performed for Jain Tirthankaras too.
There is a very interesting story about how the Shiva linga was installed in the
Dharmasthala temple. The linga is believed to have been installed by a pious man
called Annapa. Annapa worked for a Heggade family. One day his master told
Annapa that he wished to worship Lord Shiva and he needed a Shiva linga for the
purpose. Annapa got a Shiva linga from a place called Kadri near Mangalore and
established it in Dharmasthala. Today, the temple is a very popular tourist and
pilgrimage site and Annapa is worshipped by the locals in the form of Annapa
Panjurli.
Other important tourist attractions in Dharmasthala include the colossal statue of
Bahubali, which has been carved out of a single rock and is installed on a hill near
the Manjunatha Temple. The statue is one of the five statues in Karnataka and
measures about 39 feet in height. Dharmasthala is well connected by rail and road
and can be easily reached from Mangalore via private and public buses.
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4. Kukke Subramanya
Situated in the beautiful environs of the Western Ghats, the Kukke Subramanya
temple is dedicated to Lord Subramanya. The temple is situated in the village of
Subramanya in Karnataka and is one of the important places to visit near Mangalore.
Lord Subramanya is worshipped as the Lord of Serpents in the temple. It is believed
that the divine serpent Vasuki and other serpents found refuge in the Lord when
threatened by the divine eagle Garuda. The temple overlooks the Kumara Parvat and
the Shesha Parvat. The temple is surrounded by lush green forests and presents an
extremely beautiful picture. The town of Subramanya is situated at a distance of 105
km from Mangalore and can easily be reached through buses, taxis and cabs.
The temple is of great religious significance and attracts a large number of tourists
and devotees from all over the country and the world. All devotees must cross the
Kumaradhara River to reach the temple. On reaching the temple, all are required to
take a holy dip in the river before entering the temple. The entrance into the temple
is from the back. The worship begins with circumambulation of the deities.
Situated in between the sanctum sanctorum and the portico is a silver covered pillar
of Garuda. It is believed that the pillar was installed here to protect devotees from
the raging flames that arise out of Vasukis breath. Inside the sanctum sanctorum,
the idols of Sri Subramanya, Vasuki and Shesha are placed.
Daily rituals and pujas are conducted at the temple. However, the most important
pujas are the Ashlesha Bali and the Sarpa Samskara pujas. The Ashlesha Bali is an
important puja conducted to ward off Kaalasarpa dosha and Kuja doshas. The Kukke
Subramanya temple is the most popular temple for Sarpadosha pujas and hence is
one of the important places to visit near Mangalore. The Sarpa Samskara puja is also
conducted to ward off sarpa dosha and involves rituals and offerings.
5. Udupi
Situated at a distance of 58 km from Mangalore, the town of Udupi is famous for its
Krishna temple and the Udupi cuisine. Udupi is called the Rajata Peetha and Shivalli
and is an important centre of pilgrimageand one of the important places to visit near
Mangalore.
There is a very interesting story related to the name of the town. According to
folklore, a curse by King Daksha led to reduction in the sheen of the moon. King
Dakshas 27 daughters were married to the moon and being upset over some issue
he cursed the moon. The Moon and his wives prayed to Lord Shiva to relieve him of
the curse and return his shine. He and his wives built a Shiva linga, which can still be
seen at the Chandramouleshwara temple. Lord Shiva was pleased with the Moons
prayers and granted him his wish. As per this story, the word Udupi means the Land
of the Lord of Stars.
The most important tourist destination in Udupi is the Krishna Mutt which was
founded in the 13th century by the Vaishnava Saint Sri Madhavacharya. The other
most attractive feature of Udupi is its cuisine, popularly known as the Udupi cuisine.
The cuisine and its dishes are vegetarian and have found widespread popularity all
over the world. The origin of the cuisine is related to the Krishna Mutt. During the
Chaturmasa during monsoons, there are restrictions on ingredients that can be used
for preparing Lord Krishnas food. The Shivalli Madhwa Brahmins created this unique
cuisine to offer to Lord Krishna. At the Krishna Mutt, these dishes are available free of
cost. The popularity of the Udupi dishes has led to mushrooming of Udupi
restaurants throughout the country.
Udupi, being an important place to visit near Mangalore, is well connected by rail,
road and airways. National Highway 17 passes through the town and hence it is well
connected by buses. The nearest railway station is the Udupi Railway Station, which
comes under the Konkan Railways. The nearest airport is the Mangalore Airport.
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6. Malpe
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Malpe is situated to the West of Udupi in Karnataka. Malpe is an important port and
fishing harbour and is an important tourist place near Mangalore. Malpe is blessed
with spectacular natural beauty and it attracts tourists from all over the country and
the world. It is a natural port and is situated at the mouth of the Udayavara River.
The River Udayavara flows from East to West and meets the sea at Malpe. The river
has several islets and has a beautiful and enchanting green belt on both its sides. It
also separates the town of Udayavara from the sea. The town of Udayavara was the
earliest capitals of the Alupas.
Close to the mainland of Malpe are four rocky islands namely, the DariaBahadurgarh, which is the Northern-most island; the Kari-Illada-Kallu, which is the
Southern-most island; the Daria-Gadara-Kalluthe, which is situated in between the
Daria-Bahadurgarh and the Kari-Illada-Kallu islands and the St Marys Island, which is
also known as the Thonse Paar.
Malpe is home to the Mogaveera tribe which is a fishing community. The largest
industry in Malpe is the fishing industry. Malpe is the largest port in Karnataka and a
major fisheries hub. The other prominent industries of the beach town are tile
manufacturing and the coconut industry.
There are several places of interest in and around Malpe, which are important tourist
places near Mangalore. Some of these places are temples of Balaram and
Ananteshwara. There is a fort on the island of the Daria-Bahadurgarh, which is an
important tourist destination. The fort is believed to have been built by Basavappa
Nayak of Bidanur. St Marys Island is also a very important tourist destination and is
quite popular among both locals and tourists. The main languages in the town of
Malpe include Tulu, Kannada and Konkani.
7. Jamalabad Fort, Kudremukh
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The Jamalabad Fort is situated in the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka and one
of the important places to visit near Mangalore. It is an old hilltop fortification which
is located in the Kudremukh Hills, 65 km from Mangalore.
The fort is situated at an elevation of 1700 feet and was formerly called the
Narasimha Ghada. It is also called the Jamalagadda or Gadaikallu. The Jamalabad
Fort was built by Tipu Sultan who was impressed by the large granitic structure which
favoured the construction of a strong fort. He named the fort after his mother
Jamalabee. The fort boasts of excellent architecture and was built over the ruins of
an older structure.
The fort can be reached through a narrow path which has about 1876 steps, cut in
granite and leading all the way to the top. This was constructed in order to ensure
the safety of the fort from attacks by large armies. Interestingly, there is only one
tank to store water inside the fort. The fort is more or less in a shambles now but the
remnants of a giant cannon can still be seen. The fort was captured by the British in
1799 during the fourth Mysore War. It is said that those who favoured Tipu Sultan
were thrown to their deaths from the fort walls.
Jamalabad is a very popular trekking destination and has been classified as a
medium difficulty trekking site. The view from the top of the fort is extremely
rewarding as it presents a panoramic view of the surroundings, which makes it one of
the important places to visit near Mangalore.
Visitors can gather their passes from a forest checkpost situated at the base of the
hill. Since there is no store or outlet selling potable water, it is advisable that all
guests carry enough water with them. Entry into the fort is allowed from 6 am to 6
pm and overnight stay is not allowed. There is a single room at the top of this hilltop
fort.
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8. Venur
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Venur is a small village in South Kanara of Karnataka and one of the important places
to visit near Mangalore. The village is situated on the banks of the River Phalguni.
The village was the capital of the erstwhile capital of the Ajila dynasty and was also
the seat of Jainism.
It is one of the important tourist places near Mangalore and an integral part of the
Dharmasthala-Moodabidri-Karakal tourist circuit route of Karnataka. Venur had
served as the capital of Thimmana Ajila who built a gigantic Gomateshwara statue,
which has a height of 38 feet. The colossal statue of Venur is the shortest among all
the three Gomateshwara, which are situated within a radius of 250 km.
The most important tourist attraction in Venur is the colossal statue of Lord
Gomateshwara, also known as Bhagwan Bahubali. The statue is believed to have
been sculptured by Amarashilpi Jakanchari. The statue is situated on the banks of the
River Phalguni and faces the West direction. This beautiful statue is one of the five
stupendous statues of Lord Gomateshwara that are over 20 feet and are found in the
state of Karnataka.
The other statues are situated in Shravanabelagola, Karkala, Dharmasthala and
Gommatagiri. There are also several temples in Venur. Some of the most important
of these temples are the Mahalingeshwara temple, the Aiyyapa Swamy temple, and
the Shri Rama Temple, among others.
The most important event that happens in Venur is the Mahamastakabhisheka. The
Mahamastakabhisheka is held once in every 12 years. Hundreds and thousands of
devotees gather at Venur to bathe and anoint the monolith of Lord Gomateshwara
with milk, water, saffron, sandalwood, vermilion, etc. The event is one of the five
centres where this ceremony is held and tens and thousands of devotees and
pilgrims gather at Venur from all over the country and the world. The last
Mahamastakabhisheka was held from January 28, 2012 to February 5, 2012.
9. Hanumanagundi Falls
The Hanumanagundi Falls is also known as the Suthanabbe Falls. It is situated in the
hilly surroundings of the Kudremukh National Park and is an important tourist place
to visit near Mangalore.
The Kudremukh National Park is situated in the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka and
is known to be apopular trekking and hiking destination. The Hanumangundi Falls is
situated between Karkala and the Lakya Dam in the Kudremukh National Park. The
Hanumangundi Falls boasts of great natural beauty with a mystical spray that forms
a misty cover over the lush green vegetation that surrounds it. The height of the
waterfall is 22 metres.
The Hanumangundi Falls is situated at a distance of 32 km from Kalasa. The waterfall
is named after the Hindu deity Hanuman. The name is formed from two words
Hanuman and Gundi which means a gorge. The site boasts of immense natural
beauty and visitors can reach this beautiful waterfall by climbing 400 steps that lead
to this amazing spray. The beautiful Hanumangundi Falls is maintained by the Forest
Department of the state government. The Hanumangundi Falls is an excellent site for
sightseeing, hiking, trekking, etc. Visitors can also be seen bathing in the warm
waters of the waterfall.
The waterfall is situated inside the Kudremukh National Park, which is an important
conservation ground and tourist place near Mangalore. Visitors are not allowed to
stay inside the Kudremukh National Park and hence only day trips are allowed to the
Hanumangundi Falls.
Thrillophilia organises day trips to the Hanumangundi Falls. You can visit this
beautiful waterfall and feast your eyes on the natural beauty of the destination
during your trip. If you are an adventure lover, you can also indulge in activities such
as trekking and hiking during the trip to Hanumangundi Falls. All trips are led by
experienced guides.
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10. The Kudremukh National Park
The Kudremukh National Park is one of the most popular tourist places near
Mangalore. The Kudremukh National Park is situated at a distance of 96 km from the
district of Chikmagalur in Karnataka.
The park is situated in the lush green environs of the Western Ghats and sprawls
over an area of 600 sq km. Situated at an altitude of 1,894 metres above sea level,
the Kudremukh National Park derives its name from a hill peak which resembles the
face of a horse. The National Park has four mountain ranges namely, the Kudremukh,
the Kerekatte, the Kalasa and Shimoga ranges.
The park boasts of splendid natural beauty and is covered in lush green vegetation.
The national park is surrounded by expansive tea and coffee estates. The Kudremukh
National Park is under the Global Tiger Conservation Priority I, which has been
developed by the Wildlife Conservation Society and World Wide Fund, USA. The rivers
Nethravathi, Tunga and the Bhadra originate within the Kudremukh National Park.
The Kudremukh National Park attracts a large number of tourists throughout the year
from all parts of the country and the world. One of the major attractions within the
park includes the colossal statue of Lord Varaha which was found inside a cave in the
park.
A temple of goddess Bhagavathi is also situated within the park. The Kudremukh
National Park abounds in flora and fauna. It is home to a large number of wild
animals including mongoose, giant flying squirrels, jackals, barking deer, spotted
deer, sambar, porcupines, gaurs, sloth bears, common langurs, Malabar giant
squirrels, wild dogs, leopards, tigers, etc.
It is also home to some rare and endangered bird species including the Malabar
trogan, the Malabar whistling thrush, great pied hornbill and the Imperial Pigeon.
With all these attractions, the Kudremukh National Park is an important tourist
destination of Karnataka.
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11. Sultan Battery
Constructed by the Tipu Sultan in 1784, The Sultan Battery is a watchtower that is
located in the town of Boloor which is about 4km from the Managlore city. The
peculiar name arises from the fact that it was the Sultans watchtower, a place from
where cannons were fired, hence the suffix Battery. This eerily beautiful place,
however, has a dark and murky history, it was built from the stones of the 23
Churches that were destroyed by Tipu Sultan during his reign. The place was initially
a blockage for the warships entering the river, built by the British, it was later
reclaimed from them by the Sultan,
The top of the fort offers sweeping views of the Arabian Sea and is one of the best
vantage points to tke in the surf of the ocean. The place is also a stunning blend of
natural and manmade excellence. Take in the solitude of the viewpoint as you bask
in its glory.
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12. Kadri Manjunath Temple
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Kadri Manjunath Temple in Mangalore is an ancient temple built in the 10th or 11th
century, and holds one of the oldest statue of Lord Manjunathaswamy. A mixture of
Indian architecture embellished with Buddhist influences the temple is a true work of
art. Buddhism was practiced at this site until the 10th Century and later Hindu
worship rituals took over a major part of the temple.
The Kadri Manjunatha Temple is one of the must on your list of places to visit in
Mangalore not only becsue of its religious significance but also because of its
architectural ingenuity. At the faade of the temple, at an awe inspiring height, there
are a number of water ponds. Surrounding the ponds there are landscaped gardens
that lend a refreshing feel to the surroundings. From there to the doorway of the
temple, there is also a towering lightpole (Deepstambha) on which lamps are lit at
holy occasions.
13. Someshwara Beach
One of the most picturesque beaches in Mangalore, the Someshwara Beach is an

iconic rocky beach facing the Kanara Region a little distance away from Managlore.
One of the most popular tourist places in Mangalore, the beach is known for Rudra
Shile- which is a formation of large rocks on the shoreline. The ancient and
important Somanath Temple was built up here, during the rule of the queen Abbakka
Devi. The rule of this queen is legendary as she was touted as being a warrior queen
who pushed back and fought against the Potuguese valiantly.
However, the beach is not safe to swim in as the ocean currents are quite and
unpredictable at any given time. You can still enjoy the peace and serenity of the
beach sitting on the rocks and letting the cold ocean waves lap at your feet as you
take in the beauty of this stunning place to visit in Mangalore.
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14. Panambur Beach
Reputed for being one of the cleanest and safest beaches in India to swim, enjoy and
have fun in, Panmabur beach is one of the most popular and beautiful tourist places
in Mangalore. The stunning ocean, exuberant waves and the beauty of the shoreline
attracts a number of holidaymakers, both local and outstation tourists as well as
adventure seekers. The beach has a host of amenities and sports activities lined up
for the people like jetski, horse and camel rides along the shore, as well as the more
thrilling ATV rides.
While here, you can also treat your taste buds to some amazing local cuisines at the
restaurants that line the beach. The beach is situated a small distance away from the
main city of Mangalore and can be easily reached via the main highway. Bask in the
glorious view of the ships sailing along the ocean and witness the glorious views of
the skies and ships sailing along the sea.
15. Ullal Beach
Ullal beach is one of the best places to visit in Mangalore, the beach has a
continuous shoreline fringed by coconut palm trees and a fishermens lane that leads
right upto the beach. A historical town forged out of years of history, wars and
conflict; Ullal remains popular because of its untouched pristine beauty.
A derelict fort of Abbakka Devi, the great warrior queen also lies on this beach. The
fort and some 16th century ancient temples is what attract people to this serene
destination. The Dargah of Syed Mohammad Shereful Madani is also a major draw of
this destination.
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16. Kudroli Gokarnath Temple
The Kudroli Gokarnatha temple is located in the city of Mangalore just about 3km
from the city centre. The temple is dedicated to Lord Gokarnatheshwara who is
another incarnation of Lord Shiva. The temple holds high importance for the locals as
it was started by Narayan Guru, who was a revered saint as well as a social
reformer. The temple is at the height of its grandeur in the Navratri Festival, when a
grand procession of Goddess Durga starts from the temple and goes around the city.
This Navrathri Festival is also called, Mangalore Dasara and is observed with great
devotion and sincerity.
The temple was built in 1912, and sports a style of Keraliite architecture, replete with
carved pillars and a towering edifice. The temple attracts devotees irrespective of
caste and culture during this time and the celebration is worth cherishing!
17. St. Aloysious Chapel
Located on the summit of the Light House Hill in the heart of Mangalore City, the St.
Aloysius Chapel was built in 1885. The stunning architecture of the temple will
certainly take your breath away and the frescoes will remind you of the Sistien
Chapel which is located in Rome. The chantry will impress you to no end with
stunning painitings such as Crowing of the Cock and numerous holy people. This
Chapel was devoted to the St. Aloysius Gonzaga, a well off, effective, young fellow
who surrendered common life to commit himself to the benefit of the destitute.
This church is often compared with the Sistine Chapel in Rome. The church is
staggering with some glorious artworks on the roof, fresco painting and oil canvas
compositions.
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18. Tannirbhavi Beach
One of the most obffbeat Mangalore Tourist places, Tannirbhavi has remained
deserted and secluded from the rest of the places to visit in Mangalore mainly due to
its location. If you want to have a peaceful and serene time at Mangalore amongst
silence and lashing of the waves on the shore. If you are a nature lover, you will find
the most peaceful time here!
The beach is only accessible by road or more commonly, by ferry from Gurupura
River at Sultan Battery. The beach, like many other Tourist Places in Mangalore, is not
part of the government but is nonetheless beautiful in its seclusion itself !
19. Light House Hill-Garden

Situated in the heart of city, the Light House Hill Garden is one the most stunning
places to visit in Mangalore. A relic of the 18th century rule of Haider Ali, it is
believed to have been built by his armies. The light house hill garden is so called,
because apart from the light house, the place also has a garden which gives a
stunning view of the sea. Enjoy the awe-inspiring and sweeping view of the sunset
from these parks, which have been recently renovated to lend a feeling of immense
refreshment and serenity to the place.
The garden, also known as Tagore Park is the perfect place to immerse you in the
beauty of this serene destination. The well-manicured garden has been decorated
with numerous trees, shrubs and flowering plants and is truly a pleasant sight to
witness.
20. Sammilan Shettys Butterfly Park

Flitting from tree to tree, hovering over fragrant and wonderful flowers and
sometime even sitting on your shoulder to give you a sense of happiness, at
Sammilan Shettys butterfly park, you can experience all this and more. Butterfly
Park is one mans effort that has led to a strong ecological balance and immense
beauty of surroundings. Though inaugurated recently, the Butterfly Park now holds
over 118 species of these winged beauties and the numbers are expected to grow
even further.
A first of its kind private initiative in the state, the park attracts a number of curious
onlookers, researchers and students when it opens to public on every Sunday.
Located at Belvai, the campus lies on about 7.5 Acres of Land. The park has several
rare species of butterflies right from the local to the international varieties.
TOURIST PLACES IN UDUPI

SRI KRISHNA TEMPLE AND EIGHT MATHS
Among the several disciples of Sri Madhva, eight monks were jointly and severally
made responsible for conducting the daily worship of Lord Krishna at Udupi, besides
the usual duties of monkhood. These eight direct disciples of Madhva established
separate lines of their own by ordination, and these eight lines of ascetic came to be
known as the Eight Maths of Udupi.
In the beginning, the Swamiji's of the Eight Maths used to be in charge of Lord
Krishna's worship, by turns, for two months each. The system of worship in its
present form is believed to have been established in the 16th century by Sri Vadiraja
Swami, a celebrated pontiff of one of the Eight Maths called Sode Math. According to
the present practice, the Swamijis of Eight Maths conduct worship, by turns, for two
years each. This tenure of worship by rotation is known as PARYAYA. The Swamiji,
who is in charge of the worship, is called the PARYAYA SWAMIJI, and his Math called
the PARYAYA Math. The ceremony of handing over the charge of worship by one Math
to another is known as the PARYAYA FESTIVAL. This festival, held once in two
years, in the month of January, attracts thousands of pilgrims.
Lord Krishna is worshipped scrupulously 14 times a day, according to an elaborate
code of elegant rituals, starting at 4 AM and closing at about 11 AM. A distinguishing
aspect of this worship is feeding of devotees on a large scale.
Besides the holy image of Sri Krishna, there are many subsidiary deities and
noteworthy spots for pilgrims to see inside Krishna Temple, and around the Car
Street. There are two small enclosures enshrining images of Hanuman
(Mukhyaprana) and Garuda in the north-western and south-western corners of Sri
Krishna temple. These deities were brought from Ayodhya and installed in the 16th
century by Sri Vadiraja Swami. In the north eastern corner, one can see a room
containing a holy seat called SIMHASANA. This is the spot on which Sri Madhva used
to sit and meditate. It is the privilage of the Paryaya Swamiji to occupy this seat for
Japa, meditation and distribution of holy water and prasadam to devotees. This holy
seat is near the entrance of the sanctum sanctorum of Sri Krishna Shrine. At this
entrance, there is a beautiful image of Sri Madhva, installed by Sri Vadiraja Swami.
Adjacent to the main corridor through which the pilgrims enter the Krishna temple,
there is the holy tank called MADHVA SAROVARA. The Swamijis have to bathe in this
tank beofre they commence the worship at the shrine. A lovely image of goddess
Bhagirathi is worshipped in the south-western corner of this tank.
In the outer wing of the temple, on the northern side, pilgrims come across a small
shrine of Subrahmanya, dining halls, administrative office, Vrindavans of deceased
Swamijis, and auditoriums meant for religious discourses or cultural programmes.
The headquarters of the Eight Maths are housed in eight buildings situated around
the Car Street. The names of these Maths and their original monks are as follows:
1. PALIMARU Math - Hrishikesha Theertha
2. ADAMARU Math - Narasimha Theertha
3. KRISHNAPURA Math - Janardana Theertha
4. PUTTIGE Math - Upendra Theertha
5. SHIROORU Math - Vamana Theertha
6. SODE Math - Vishnu Theertha
7. KANIYOORU Math - Rama Theertha
8. PEJAVARA Math - Adhokshaja Theertha
The names have been listed according to the serial order in which they assume
charge of worship of Sri Krishna and conduct the Paryaya.
Malpe - Malpe a natural port, about 4 kms to the west of Udupi, is an important port
of the Karnataka coast. It is situated at the mouth of the Malpe/Udyavara River. The
place has fascinating natural scenic view. It has been a centre of commercial
activities for a long time.
St Mary's Island - St. Mary's Isles are a group of small islands to the north of Malpe.
They are just a few scattered projections of rock raising out of the western or Arabian
Sea a round Malpe. Boats are available to go the island from Malpe.
Ambalpady - Situated 3 kms away from Udupi, Ambalpady is a well-known Shakti
kendra. The 500-year old temples of Mahakali and Janardhana are famous.
Kaup - A hamlet about l2 kms south of Udupi, Kaup is situated on the coastal belt,
which passes through the west coast National Highway. It has an old lighthouse, the
guiding star of navigators who are warned of the presence of dangerous rocks in the
sea. There is also an old ruined fort. The place is known for its temples of goddess
Mariamma. The Jaina Basadi there is in ruins and so also an old Janardhana shrine.
Perdoor - There is an ancient temple of Ananthapadmanabha. Perdoor About 19
kms east from Udupi. is a known for Yakshagana.
Brahmavar - Situated about 13 kms north of Udupi, it is an ancient cultural centre
of the region being adjacent to Barkur, The three main temples Mahalinga temple,
Gopinatha temple and Janardhana shrine.
Barkur- Barkur a hamlet of Kachur village is about 16 kms. to the north of Udupi.
The place has several temples containing inscriptions of historical value.
Shiriyara - A historic place 8 kms from Barkur, well known as Mekkekattu, is famous
for the beautiful wooden idols.
Mandarthi - Located 26 kms northeast of Udupi, Mandarthi has the famous
Durgaparameshwari temple, which is an important centre of Shakti worship.
Nilavar - Situated on the banks of River Seetha (Seethanadi), this scenic place
attracts thousands of devotees for holy bath during vrishcika maasa panchami.
Kota - Known for the historically famous Amratheshwara temple.
Vandar - A historical place known for the Kambala sport, which takes place every
year on December 12th.
Padubidri - About 26 kms. from Udupi on the Udupi - Mangalore Road, it has a
Brahmasthana, a Mahalingeshwara temple and a Mahaganapati temple. A religious
festival called the Dakke-bali is held in the Brahrnastha here once in two years.

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Some of the popular places to visit in

11. Sultan Battery

12. Kadri Manjunath Temple

13. Someshwara Beach

One of the most picturesque beaches in Mangalore, the Someshwara Beach is an

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14. Panambur Beach

15. Ullal Beach

16. Kudroli Gokarnath Temple

17. St. Aloysious Chapel

18. Tannirbhavi Beach

19. Light House Hill-Garden

20. Sammilan Shettys Butterfly Park

TOURIST PLACES IN UDUPI

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