Tourist places in Mangalore

Panambur Beach :

This is one of the best beaches in India, a popular Mangalore beach renowned for its safety. Run by a private company, the beach maintains clean conditions, while numerous lifeguards constantly survey the waters. The beach can get especially crowded during carnivals or the biennial International Kite Festival. It is a nice place to visit near manglore . You can spend time there even you can take bath in sea. Sea foods are also available there .

LOCATION:

NH-66, Near New Mangalore Port Trust, Mangalore, India

Hours Today : 09:00 - 19:00

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Tannirbhavi Beach: Tannirbhavi beach is a beach in Mangalore, Karnataka, India. It can be reached either by land near Kuloor Bridge or by ferry via Gurupura river from Sultan Battery.

Tannirbhavi (also spelled as Tannirbavi) is one of the popular beaches in Mangalore city, and comes second in popularity to the nearby Panambur beach. Tannirbhavi beach has some basic facilities like life guards, proper toilets, a parking lot, a couple of small eateries and concrete benches.

LOCATION:

Tannirbhavi Beach Road | Bengre Kulur, Mangalore, India

Hours Today : 06:00 - 19:00

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Surathkal Beach : Surathkal is a suburb of Mangalore city located on National highway 66 (previously as NH-17) in the Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka state, India on the shore of Arabian sea.

Surathkal town can be easily accessed by various bus services from Mangalore City by both city buses and the Mangalore-Udupi Express buses.

Surathkal Beach is right opposite NITK Surathkal, 20 kms from Mangalore city. A left turn from the highway 66 while going to Udupi (North side) and hundred mts near the temple is the breathtaking Surathkal beach. Surathkal beach is beneath a huge granite hill. The blue waters of the sea can be seen from the top of the hill. The road from the top leads to the beach at the bottom. There is a temple of a hindu goddess on the top of the hill. The major attraction of the beach is a redcolour light house next to the beach. The entrance to the top of the light house is open in the evenings. The view of the beach from the light house top is mesmerizing.

LOCATION: NH-66, Surathkal, Mangalore, India Hours Today : 06:00 - 19:00 for more information click -> Surathkal Beach

Kudroli Gokarnath Temple : The Gokarnanatheshwara Temple, otherwise known as Kudroli Sri Gokarnanatha Kshetra, is in the Kudroli area of Mangalore in Karnataka, India. It was consecrated by Narayana Guru. It is dedicated to Gokarnanatha, a form of Lord Shiva. This temple was built in 1912 by Adhyaksha Hoige Koragappa and compared to the other temples in the Mangalore area, this temple is of recent origin.

The temple is 2 km from the centre of Mangalore city. The temple has Gopuram (tower like structure) decorated with murals of various gods and goddesses. Murals depict scenes from Hindu epics and legends.

The temple observes many festivals. Maha Shivaratri, Navrathri, Krishnashtami, Ganesh Chaturthi, Nagara Panchami, Deepavali, Dasara, Sri Narayana Jayanthi are celebrated with traditional gaiety and splendour. It has worshipers from all over the world. The temples branches are in Mulki, Udupi and Katpady. In addition to idols of Sharada Matha and Maha Ganapati, life-size idols of Nava Durgas are installed in the premises in an attractive way during Navaratri. All religious rites are observed for the entire period. Tableaux form a special part of the festivities and are taken around the main thoroughfares of Mangalore. Idols are then immersed in the well-decorated temple ponds in the presence of devotees.

LOCATION:

Kudroli | 3 Km from Hampankatta, Mangalore 575003, India

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Someshwara Temple and Beach :

is a beach located in Ullal in the city of Mangalore, India.The name ‘Someshwara beach’ is derived because of Lord Somanatha temple standing since several centuries on the sea shore.The endless golden sands are ideal for walking or sunbathing. The presence of hidden rocks and currents along this stretch of the coast make this each unsuitable for swimming. The sea claims a number of lives every year as unwary swimmers are dragged by the current.Close to this beach there is a hill called ‘Ottinene hill’. On reaching the top of this hill we can see and enjoy the beautiful scenery of river Netravati river merging and disappearing in Arabian Sea. There is lush vegetation and number of medicinal plants that are naturally grown on this hill

LOCATION:

Ullal, Mangalore, India

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Pilikula Nisargadhama : Pilikula literally means Pond of Tigers. In Tulu language "pili" means tiger and "kula" means lake. In olden days, tigers used to come to this lake to drink water. Hence, this lake came to be known as Pilikula.

Pilikula Nisarga Dhama Society has developed this area and it has now become the hot spot for people who are looking for scenic beauty & peace.

Pilikula has a huge lake & beautifully laid gardens encircling the entire lake. One can see swans & ducks moving around in the lake & sometimes they even move into the gardens. Boating facilities are available in the lake. One can either use pedaling boats (mostly preferred by couples) or bigger boats carry about 10 to 15 persons.

Adjacent to zoo is Manasa Water Park which is similar to the Water Kingdom in Mumbai.

The Pilikula Golf Course is set in an area of 48 acres (190,000 m2). Currently it has nine fairways and nine greens, with a total yardage of about 3131 yards, have been laid traversing the hills and the dales. It is a very challenging course and has been appreciated by serious golfers from the region. Care has been taken to make sure the course is well laid out and maintained. With over 500 members it is slowly gaining popularity.

LOCATION:

Vamanjoor, Mangalore, India

Hours Today : 09:00 - 17:00

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Milagres church :

is a historic Roman Catholic Church situated in the Hampankatta locality of Mangalore. The church was built in 1680 by Bishop Thomas de Castro, a Theatine from Divar, Goa. The original structure was constructed at the site of the present-day cemetery. It is one of the oldest churches in Dakshina Kannada.

LOCATION:

Milagres Noor Masjid Road | Hampankatta, Mangalore 575001, India

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Sasihithlu Beach : If one veers to the left on NH 66 at Mukka and takes the less-trodden road for about 6 km, one would reach a place that looks like it is almost cut-off from the external world. The road would lead one to verdant heaps of sand abutting the Arabian Sea adjacent to the scenic backwaters of Nandini (Pavanje) and Shambhavi rivers.The place, Sasihithlu, appears less known to the masses and thus has remained virgin so far. The confluence of the two rivers with the sea has created an entirely different world with its own enchanting beauty.

The cool breeze and the silent waves are truly splendid and relaxing. The soothing waves caress the white sand in a calm and serene way providing a soothing relief. The island of Munda surrounded by the rivers Shambhavi and Nandini on one side and the Arabian Sea on the other side making the place an outstanding spot for tourists.

The virgin beach is hidden away from the crowd making it an idyllic place to enjoy and rekindle the joy of being a kid again. Sasihithlu Bach is around 6km from Mukka on the NH 66 Road. It is adjacent to the scenic confluence of the backwatersof Shambhavi and Nandini that adds up the enchanting beauty. This stunning beach is near the Sasihithlu village and one must walk through the village and an array of acacia trees to reach the beach.

LOCATION:

Mukka | Mangalore , India

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Manasa amusement and water park : Want to break free from the stressful city life? Need that long – deserved break from tropical heat? Cool yourself with fun and turn your dream holiday now into reality at Manasa Amusement & Water Park, place to be all summer long and the complete fun centre for the entire family…

Manasa Amusement & Water Park is an ideal picnic spot, place rather a heaven on earth, nestled in the scintillating and amusing with cool, calm, serene and lush green is just 12Kms from Mangalore city and also just 12Kms from Mangalore International Airport, situated within 450 acres Tourism project of Dakshina Kannada administration “Pilikula Nisarga Dhama”, Eco-Educational Tourist Park with Zoo, Botanical Garden, Heritage Village, Science Centre, Lake, Garden, Boating, Golf course.

LOCATION:

Pilikula Nisarga Dhama | Mudushedde, Vamanjoor, Mangalore 575028, India

Hours Today : 09:00 - 18:00

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Kadri Hill Park :

Kadri Park is a garden, 5 min from the city near AIR studios. It is located in Kadri gudde ( meaning hill in Tulu ). It's the largest park within city limits of Mangalore. The park has beautifully laid garden and a toy train which is currently operational.A view of the Kadri Park. It is a nice hangout place/picnic spot for children, couples, young & old. There's another park called Pilikula Nisargadhama in Vamanjur about 10 km from the city which is bigger in size

LOCATION: 4 Km from Hampankatta | Near NH-17, Mangalore 575001, India

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Kadri Manjunath Temple: The temple of Manjunatheshwara on the hills of Kadri is a very beautiful and popular temple in Mangalore. It is said to be built during the 10th or 11th century. It was converted to a complete stone structure during the 14th century.The idol of Lord Manjunathaswamy of the temple is called as oldest of the South Indian temples.It is believed that Parashurama who was living in Sahyadri, killed the kshathriyas who were cruel and donated the lands to Kashyapa. He prayed to Lord Shiva for a place to live. Lord Shiva assured Parashurama that if he performed a penance at Kadali kshethra, Lord Shiva would reincarnate as Manjunatha for the betterment of the world. As per Shiva's orders Parashurama threw his axe into the sea and created a place for his penance. Yielding to Parashurama's prayers Lord Shiva appeared to him as Manjunatha with Goddess Parvathi and stayed at Kadri for the betterment of the world. As per the orders of Manjunatha the sapthakoti manthras become the seven theerthas.

In front of the temple, at an height there are a number of water ponds. There's a garden surrounding the ponds. When one walks down from there in front of the temple is a huge lightpole. During karthika maasa, deepothsava is held here.

Annual Jathra Mahothsava is held during the month of January. Nine days of festival starts on the day of makara sankranthi.

LOCATION: Kadri, Mangalore, India

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Kateel Shri Durgaparameshwari Temple : Kateel or Kateelu (Tulu:ಕಟೀಲು) is a temple town in the Dakshina Kannada district of the Indian state of Karnataka. It is considered one of the holiest Hindu temple towns in India.

Kateel (also known as Kateelu) is a temple town located at a distance of 29 km from Mangalore city in Dakshina Kannada district. This sacred place is surrounded by panoramic scenes and attractive greeneries.

The nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, 16 kilometers away. The nearest railway station is Mangalore, 18.8 kilometers away. Kateel is well connected by public transport to nearby religious places such as Udupi, Subrahmanya and Dharmasthala.

Main Events And Festivals:

Annual festival: This is celebrated begins in previous night of Mesha Sankramana day by decorating welcome arc followed by various themes of performance. Usually this festival comes in the month of April and celebrated for 8 days with unique feature in each day.

Laksha Deepothsava: This is celebrated on the day of Kartika Bahula Panchami.

Sharannavarathri: Beginning on Ashwija Shuddha Pratipada day, this festival is celebrated for nine day. Specially Ranga pooja sevas offered on this occasion. Lalitha Panchami, Maha Navami and Vijaya Dashami are the very special occasions during Navarathri festival.

The town hosts the temple of Sri Durga Parameshwari. The temple is situated on an islet in the middle of the sacred river Nandini amidst panoramic scenes and fascinating greenery. Thousands of devotees visit Kateel every day to seek blessings from goddess Durga Parameshwari.

Sri Kateel Yakshagaana Mela is a famous Yakshagaana troupe. The Yakshagaana troupe, Kateel Sri Durgaparameshwari Yakshagaana Dashavatara Mandali, popularly known as Kateel Mela is an important ‘Harake Seva’ troupe. It performs on request by devotees who have taken a vow (Harake) to arrange a show of Yakshagaana for fulfillment of a desire or as a service. The Adhidevatha of Kateelu Kshethra, Shri Durga Parameshwari Amma is fond of Music, Dance & Yakshagaana.

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LOCATION:

Shree Durga Parameshwari Temple Kateel, Mangalore Taluk Dakshina Kannada District Pin Code – 574148

Hours Today : 06:00 - 22:00

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St. Aloysius Chapel: St. Aloysius Chapel or the chapel of St. Aloysius College, is a Christian chapel in Mangalore in the state of Karnataka in southwest India. The Chapel is situated in the heart of the city on the Lighthouse Hill.

St. Aloysius College Chapel is an architectural marvel that could stand comparison with the chapels of Rome. What makes this chapel unique compared to the other chapels in the country is the beautiful paintings that cover virtually every inch of the walls. Bro. Moscheni from Italy is the creator of this master piece. One portion of the chapel paintings depicts the life of Aloysius Gonzaga to whom Aloysius College and chapel are dedicated. Saint Aloysius gave his life in the service of others.

The paintings of this chapel is preserved by a recognised board of the nation which maintains and restores all historic artifacts.

Interior of the St. Aloysius Chapel in Mangalore

The St. Aloysius Chapel in Mangalore was built by Jesuit Missionaries in 1880 and its interiors painted by the Italian Jesuit Antonio Moscheni in 1899, during the Mangalore Mission in 1878. The Italian Jesuits played an important role in education, health, and social welfare of the Mangalorean Catholic community and built the St. Aloysius College in 1880, St Aloysius Chapel in 1884, and many other institutions and churches.

Cieling of the St. Aloysius Chapel in Mangalore

The central row of paintings on the ceiling depicts the life of Aloysius Gonzaga to whom the College and Chapel is dedicated. Gonzaga, who gave his life in the service of others, is given as a model to the students of the college. Gonzaga had everything that a young man of his age desires - wealth, power and influence, but he gave them up in order to serve others, especially the most needy.

There are two types of paintings in the Chapel: fresco and canvas. A fresco is painted on fresh wet lime plaster walls. The colours get embedded in the lime plaster as it dries up. Frescos cover about 600 square metres of the walls of the Chapel. For an oil painting, the colours are made by mixing pigments with linseed oil. The canvas is made of pure linen of strong close weave. The paintings on the ceilings in the Chapel (about 400 Square Metres) are in oil on canvas.

LOCATION: St Aloysius College Campus | Lighthouse HIll Road, Mangalore, India

Hours Today : 09:00 - 17:00

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Polali Rajajeshwari Temple :

Polali Rajarajeshwari Temple is a temple located in Polali, Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka. The primary deity of the temple is Shri Rajarajeshwari. The temple was constructed in the 8th century AD by King Suratha and has been developed by many dynasties which ruled over the region. The idol of Shri Rajarajeshwari is completely moulded from clay with special medicinal properties. The temple portrays Hindu architecture with roofs adorned with wooden carvings of gods and copper plates. Daily and special poojas are conducted in the temple under the auspices of the head priest K. Rama Bhat. Annual festivals are held in the temple with much fanfare. Polali Chendu festival is an important festive event where football is played to represent the fight of good over evil. The Chendu festival is followed by the annual festival in March, which lasts for a month and is attended by people from all over the world.

The temple is located in Polali on the banks of the river Phalguni in Kariyangala village of Bantwal taluk, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka. The temple is surrounded by lush paddy fields. The Phalguni river flows on the northern side of the temple. The nearest city from the temple is Mangalore at 19 km away, near to kaikamba 4 to 5 km across

Poojas are conducted on a daily basis and during special occasions. The Head Priest of the temple is K. Rama Bhat. He is responsible for the daily and special poojas. The daily poojas include the morning pooja, which is conducted at 8.30 AM, the noon Mahapooja, which is conducted at 12.30 PM and the night pooja, conducted at 8.30 pm

The Polali Chendu festival, also known as the football festival, is a widely popular football game which is conducted for a period of five days during the annual temple festival, seven days before avabritha. The football, which is a leather ball, is made by a cobbler family in Mijar. An oil miller family from Kadapu Karia is given the responsibility of bringing the ball from the cobbler family, wherein they announce the date of the commencement of the game after they place the ball in the freshly cleaned frontyard of Malali Ballal. On the evening of the first day of the family, the cobbler family place the ball and a palm leaf umbrella on the gopuram of the temple. After offering prayers to the deity, the ball is taken to the football field and the game is commenced. Up to five hundred people compete in the games, though any number of people may compete. The objective of the game is to get the ball to the opposition's side. The game historically represents the fight of good over evil and the car festival at the end of the games are said to represent the victory of the good over the evil

LOCATION:

Polali Town | Near Kariyangala Village, Mangalore, India

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Mangaladevi Temple : Mangaladevi Temple is a Hindu temple at Bolara in the city of Mangalore in the South Indian state of Karnataka, situated about three km southwest of the city centre. The temple is dedicated to Hindu god Shakti in the form of Mangaladevi.

The city of Mangalore is named after the presiding deity, Mangaladevi. The temple is of significant antiquity and is believed to have been built during the 9th century by Kundavarman, the most famous king of the Alupa dynasty during the 9th century under the aegies of Matsyendranath. As per another legend, the temple is believed to have been built by Parashurama, one of the ten avatars of Hindu god Vishnu and later expanded by Kundavarman.

The temple is built in Kerala style architecture, which is common in all temples in the South Indian state of Kerala and Western Ghats, with most of its structure made of wood.

In modern times, the temple is maintained and administered by hereditary trustees. The temple is open daily from 6 a.m to 10 am, 12 pm to 1 pm and 4 pm to 8 pm.

Navaratri (dussera) is the time for special pujas performed on all nine days. On the seventh day, Goddess Mangaladevi is worshipped as Chandika (or Marikamaba), on the eighth day the goddess is worshipped as Maha Saraswathi. On the ninth day which is also known as Mahanavmi goddess is worshipped as Vagdevi, goddess for speech, Aayuda puja is performed. All the weapons and tools are worshipped as the day marks the slaying of the cruel demons by the goddess Durga, and Chandika yaga are also performed on this day. A large number of devotees participate in the Rathothsava on the tenth day, which is celebrated as Dussera. The decorated goddess in mounted on the grand chariot and pulled with thick ropes, the procession goes to Marnamikatte where the goddess and the Shamivriksha are worshipped.

LOCATION:

Mangalore, Bolara, Mangalore 575001, India

Hours Today: 06:00 - 13:00, 16:00 - 20:30

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Sultan batteri : The Sultan Battery watch tower, constructed in 1784 by Tipu Sultan is in Boloor, 4 km from the centre of Mangalore city, the chief port city in the state of Karnataka, India.

Boloor is known for the watch tower constructed in the era of the emperor Tipu Sultan such that now the area surrounding the decaying structure is its namesake. The watch tower was constructed 15 years before his death in 1784 A.D. The place was previously known as Sultan's Battery (see artillery battery). It was constructed from stones of 23 churches destroyed by Tipu Sultan, during his 15-year imprisonment of the Mangalorean Catholics and the other Christians.[1]

Sultan Battery was built of black stones and constructed to obstruct war ships from entering the river which was the major route for English invasion but was then retrieved from English by Tipu Sultan. Though the place holds the watch tower, it looks like a fort with mounting places for cannons. There is an underground storage area under the tower that was used to store gunpowder. It was the major dockyard and arsenal of the ruler. It was a naval station and was of great importance to the sultan as he used it to intercept enemy warships and prevent them from docking.

The coastal area of Boloor and the southern adjoining area of Bokkapatna are more apt to be termed Mangalorean villages, than Mangalorean suburbs, given the general traditional lifestyle most residents of the areas still fish and trade as the primary activities. The streets of Bokkapatna at sunset give the quaint feeling of a dear old village. Boloor overlooks the Gurpura river which snakes further south and joins the Arabian sea by interrupting the 8 km long Bengre headland, primary breakwater of the city of Mangalore.

Boloor, primarily Sultan Battery, is linked to the rest of the city by bus no. 16 that makes trips to and from at intervals of 15–20 minutes.

LOCATION:

Bol00r, Mangalore 575001, India

Hours Today: 06:00 - 19:00

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Shri Sharavu Mahaganapathi Temple : Sri Sharavu Sharabeshwara - Sri Mahaganapathy Kshetra is an outstanding, pious center of great illustrious history of marathon 800 years. Since the temple is located in the heart of the city, locating and reaching the temple is very easy. It is at a walking distance from Hampankatta and also can comfortably reached by autorickhaws.

The name "Sharavu" is derived from "Shara" which means arrow. About eight centuries back, the "Sthalapurana" or local legendary depicts, a very powerful king, Maharaja Veerabahu of tuluva region, killed a cow by sheer mistake by shooting it with an arrow. He in reality meant to shoot the tiger which was standing besides the cow. But, his unculpable terrible sin had to be erased, for which he did install a "Shiva Linga" as per the suggestion of a great seer Sri Bharadhwaja.

This Shivalinga has been worshipped by the Maharaja as Sharabeshwara. This sacred place was termed thereafter as "Sharavu" and the newly formed temple tank as "Sharatheertha".

LOCATION:

CAR STREET K S RAO ROAD, MANGALORE-575001 India

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Kudupu Shri Anantha Padmanaba Temple: Kudupu (Kudupi or Kudpi) is in the state of Karnataka, India. It is in Dakshina Kannada district . It falls within the city corporation of Mangalore, it is located just 12 km away from the city. It is en route to Moodabidri and Karkala By National Highway

Kudupu is famous for Shri Ananta Padmanabha Temple. Nearest schools are Government Primary School Kudupu, St. Joseph The Worker Primary School Vamanjoor, St. Raymonds High School Vamanjoor, Mangala Jyothi, Dharma Jyothi. Other Educational institutes are St. Joseph Engineering College, Vamanjoor and Karavali College of Pharmacy.

Subrahmanya shashti, Kiru shashti and Nagara Panchami are the main festivals celebrated in kudupu.

This temple is situated in Kudupu village,Shri Ananthapadmanabha Temple is situated on the Mangalore-Moodabidri route in the Kudupu village, 10 km from Mangalore. It is dedicated to Lord Anantha(Shiva) Padmanabha(vishnu), another name by which Lord Vishnu is known. This temple is famous for serpent worship. Main deity Lord Anantha Padmanabha and the serpent deity face in the western direction. Naga Bana (place of serpent deity) is in the eastern portion of the temple. On the left side of the temple is the holy pond Bhadra Saraswati Tirtha. Jarandaya, Shree Devi, Mahaganapathi, Lord Subramanya, Jaya and Vijaya are the main sub deities.

Shashti is a famous annual religious festival that falls in December. Nagarapanchami, another festival is celebrated with great devotion, which attracts a large number of devotees from far and near.

Also Nagarapanchami, a worship of sacrificing the milk to Lord Naga is celebrated with great devotion.

Ashlesha Bali: Ashlesha Bali is one of the important Seva in the temple. Excepting days of Ekadashi and Annual Festival occasion in all other days this seva can be performed. This seva begins in the evening 5'o clock and end up in around 6.30 p.m. Since there will be a heavy rush for the seva on Ashlesha Nakshatra Day the seva will continue till 11.00 p.m. Only on that day a night meal will be offered to the devotees and participants. Giving individual attention to the participants of this seva is the specialty of this Kshetra.

This temple is situated in Kudupu Grama (village) of Mangalore Taluk. With 10 km distances from Mangalore city, a frequent busses ply between Mangalore and Karkala has a stop in Kudupu Temple. Newcomers can catch service bus from Mangalore City bus stop just behind State Bank fish market area.

LOCATION:

Kudupu | Dakshina Kannada District, Mangalore, India

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Bappanadu Shree Durgaparameshwari temple:

Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple in Mulki offers a rich and vibrant tapestry of local traditions, social customs, Vedic rituals and communal harmony during its annual fairs and festivals with the participation of people from all castesand communities. The Mogaveeras decorate the Ratha, the Koragas dance to the beat of their Dollu or Bheri (drums), the Brahmins perform worship and rituals according to the Vedas and Agamas and not to leave are the Jains and Muslims in rendering the services to Devi. The temple also conducts sport events like Haggada Ota (a race).

Bappa Byari, a Kerala Muslim trader was instrumental in constructing the temple says a story about the deity. Due to the flooding of the Mulki River, the temple collapsed but only the five Lingas and the pedestals were unaffected. Once a boat carrying Bappa Byari and his goods hit these sacred stones and he is instructed by Shree Durga in a dream to build a temple for the Lingas. Hence the place is named after Bappa. Keeping this in mind, the family of Bappa Byari is honoured to this day with the Prasad of Devi when the Utsavamurthi is taken out in a grand procession. The family offers flowers and fruits to the deity and this tradition symbolizes the deep bond of harmonious sentiments between the two communities.

The five Lingas are worshipped as Moola Durga, Agni Durga, Jala Durga, Vana Durga and Agra Durga on a single Panipeeta with the idol of Durga kept in front. Some of the important festivals celebrated are Karthika pooja Deepothsava, Sharannavarathri, Ugadi and on Fridays special Poojas are offered. Jatra is held in March-April for nine days and a play of fire between two groups of people is enjoyed as a religious entertainment. Bappanadu temple has five Rathas and the Brahma Ratha is massive and highly embellished in keeping with its name.

Temple timings : 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM. 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM During Friday, Navarathri and Jathra Time: 5:30 AM to 10:00 PM

LOCATION:

Bappanadu, Mangalore Taluk, Dakshina Kannada, Mulki, India

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Caribean Beach Resort :

Its a best place to hangout in Mangalore. Its located 28 Kmts from Mangalore. Timings will be from 8:00AM to 5:30PM (Other than Party’s)Entry Fee: Rs. 150

Food: On request (charge based on menu)