Temples of Manglore

This port city, whose original name was Mangalapura, finds mention in seventh century inscriptions. The city, known for its scenic beauty, is situated at the confluence of Netravati and Gurpur rivers.

Mangaladevi temple(3 km): The Shakti temple, which gives Mangalore its name, was originally built by the Ballalas and rebuilt in 968 AD by Kundavarma II, an Alupa ruler. The present temple is said to have been constructed by one of the Nayak kings.

Sri Manjunatha temple, Kadri(5 km): The temple situated on Kadri hills is dedicated to Lord Manjunatha.

Access:

Mangalore is air-linked to Bangalore, Mumbai etc. It is well connected by train and bus services. Bangalore 365 km; Belur 154 km; Hassan 180 km; Mysore 265 km; Sringeri 135 km; Kollur 119 km; Udupi 60 km.

Katil(30 km): River Nandini flows round the beautiful shrine, dedicated to Devi Durga Parameswari. The river is considered the daughter of the Divine Cow Kamadhenu. She was cursed by Rishi Japali for refusing to come to Bhooloka with him to relieve it of a drought prevailing at that time.

Devi Parashakti came here to annihilate Arunasura. When he was enamoured of the beauty of the Goddess, She took the form of a bee and killed the asura in the midst of the river.

Devi Durga is a Swayambu Lingam. An image of the Devi in sitting posture holding Shanku and Chakra is also installed. Devotees throng the temple on Fridays and during Navaratri festival.