Sri Mahabaleshwara Swamy Temple:
Sri Mahabaleshwara Swamy Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is an Atma Linga which is the only one in the world. It is an ancient temple that was built in the 4th Century CE. Its construction style is Dravidian type.
It is one of the famous religious pilgrimages in India and known as Dakshin Kashi. This temple is considered as holy as the Kashi Vishwanath temple in Kashi (Varanashi).
Temple is facing the sea which is just 100 m from the temple. People take bath in the sea and visit the temple. Temple provides many rituals inside the temple. Charges range from Rs. 600 to Rs. 6000.
There is free entry for cows inside the temple and you will see many cows seating or roaming inside the temple. Temple provides free Lunch and Dinner to all.
Gokarna is so famous that it is mentioned in Ramayan and different shastras. It is Situated in Gokarna under Uttara Kannada districts in Karnataka (India).
This place is for all whether you are spiritual or just a tour lover. Many places to visit around it. Please visit the place and feel the spirituality.
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Sri Mahabaleshwara Swamy Temple visiting Timing: 06:00 AM to 12:00 PM & 05:00 PM to 07:00 PM.
Best time to visit Sri Mahabaleshwara Swamy Temple: All-time. During summer it is bit hot.
Entry Fees: No for general darshan. You have to pay only if you want to perform some special rituals. Rates for those rituals are mentioned on the board.
Sri Mahabaleshwara Swamy Temple Address:
Sri Mahabaleshwara Swamy Temple
Gokarna, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka - 581326 (INDIA)
Special occasion:
This is a very famous temple and thousands of people visit there every day. Below are some of the occasions while you expect more crowded.
- Weekends
- Every Monday
- Holidays
- Maha Shivratri
- After Solar and Lunar eclipse.
Places to visit near Gokarna:
- Sri Mahabaleshwara Swamy Temple
- Maha Ganapati Temple
- Om Beach
- Half Moon Beach
- Paradise Beach
- Gokarna Beach Road
Parking Places: Huge parking place is available near the temple and close to the sea beach. You have to pay a nominal charge for your parking.
How to reach Gokarna:
Indian Rail: The nearest railway station is Gokarna Road which is 9 km from the temple. There is other two railway station Ankola (26 km) and Kumta (46 km). Many trains run on those routes.
Buses: The nearest main bus station in Gokarna. It is well connected with many nearby cities like Bangalore, Mysore, Mangalore, etc.
Airport: The nearest airport is Mangalore which is around 231 km. You can take private taxis outside the airport or bus from Mangalore city to reach Gokarna.
Private Taxis: You will find many taxis or Auto Rickshaw. Better to have your own transport so that you can visit nearby places easily.
Distance from nearby Cities
Shimoga: 211 km
Bangalore: 490 km
Tirupati: 736 km
Mangalore: 231 km
Hubli: 148 km
Mysore: 456 km
Goa: 135 km
Accommodation in Gokarna:
You will find many hotels with a different price ranges. During holidays, December and January, they increase the price by 50%.
Food & Restaurant in Gokarna:
As it is a very famous tourist destination in Karnataka, many tourist visits there every day. You will find so many restaurants. Foods are a little costly as per the quantity and quality they provide.
Few Photos:
Visit Date: 29 Dec 2020
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