Top 5 Must Popular Lord Shiva Temple Karnataka - History Image's And More
1. Shri Kshetra Dharmasthala
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| Shri Kshetra Dharmasthala |
Besides the many Jain basadis and a museum, the centrepiece of this temple town is a 39ft monolith statue of Lord Bahubali. Dharmasthala is situated 65km east of Mangalore and is a remarkable example of communal, religious and cultural harmony. The Jain Tirthankara and Lord Manjunatha (Shiva) are worshipped on the same consecrated ground. In Dharmasthala, religious charity is a way of life. The Manjunatha Temple, a prominent Shaiva centre, is administered by a benevolent Jain Heggade, whose charity and concern for social welfare have become legendary. Irrespective of caste, creed, or religion, pilgrims are given free meals and accomodation.
Address : Shri Kshetra Dharmasthala, Dakshina Kannada, Dharmasthala, Karnataka 574216
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| Koti Lingeshwara |
Located 100 km from Bangalore city, the Koti Lingeshwara Temple is situated in a small village called Komma Sandra, Kolar.The place is famous for its 10 million 'Lingas', a stone representation of the Lord Shiva.The word Koti means '10 million in Kannada, the local language of Karnataka.
Address : Koti linga Temple Road, Ghattakamadenahalli, Karnataka 563121
3. Murudeshwara
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| Murudeshwara |
Located on the main Mangalore - Karwar Highway, Murudeshwara is sandwiched between the picturesque Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea.Its main attractions are its beach, an awesome Shiva statue, and a Shiva Temple with Chalukya and Kadamba sculptures built in the Dravidian style of architecture.The temple is located on a hillock offering you a magnificent view of the sea.
Address : Murudeshwar Temple Main Road, Murdeshwar Bhatkal Taluk, Murdeshwar, Karnataka 581350
4. Mahabaleshwara Temple Gokaran
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| Mahabaleshwara Temple Gokaran |
This coastal town draws Hindu pilgrims, Sanskrit scholars and beach buffs.Apart from its famed beaches and the Centre for Sanskrit Learning, it is home to the ancient temple of Mahabaleshwara with its Atmalinga, the Venkatramana Temple, the Ganapati Temple and the Koti Theertha, a large temple tank where pilgrims perform their ablutions.If you are visiting the town during February and March, you will be able to catch the enormous chariots being dragged along the main streets;a must-see at Gokarna.
Address : Koti Teertha Road, Kotiteertha, Gokarna, Karnataka 581326
5. Nanjundeshwara Temple Nanjangud
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Nanjundeshwara Temple Nanjangud
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This is an important pilgrim centre on the banks of the Kapila River, famous for the massive Nanjundeshwara Temple.Built in the Dravidian style, it is one of the biggest of its kind in Karnataka.The town takes its name from the temple.
Address : Rastrapathi Road, Nanjanagudu, Mysuru, 571301
Manjunataya namaha
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