Murudeshwara Temple

Murudeshwara temple is located in Bhatkal District of Karnataka State, South India.

This temple is built on the Kanduka Hill which is surrounded on three sides by the waters of the Arabian Sea. This holy and picturesque place is situated between Honnavara and Bhatkal. The temple is dedicated to the Lord Shiva.

According to legends, the Pranalinga of Mahabaleshwara that was thrown by Ravana, the mighty demon-king and devout worshipper of Lord Shiva, is enshrined here.

Main Attractions of Murudeshwar Temple

• The idol of Lord Shiva erected beside the temple,built recently, and is said to be the largest idol of Shiva in the world. The idol towers 123 feet into the sky and viewable from a very long distance.

  

  

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

• Two life-size elephants in concrete stand guard at the steps leading to the temple.

• The Raja Gopura, with a height of 249 feet, is considered the tallest gopura in the world.

• As one ascends the hillock, there is a shrine of Jattiga seated on a horse.

• There is a massive Fort behind the temple, which is said to be renovated by the mighty warrior prince Tipu Sultan.

• Murudeshwara Beach One can relax on the pristine sands of the beach, or swimming or enjoy the water sports. Boating facilities are also available.

  Beach resorts are available.

Reaching There

By Air

Nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, 165 km away. Hubli and Panaji airports are other alternatives.

By Rail

Murudeshwara station lies on the Konkan Railway. Some trains from Mumbai and Mangalore stop here.

By Bus

Bus facilities are available from Mangalore, Udupi, Kundapur, and Byndoor.

From Mumbai and Mangalore, one can take the NH-17 to reach Murudeshwara.

From Bangalore one can take the NH-206 to reach Honnavar and then take NH-17 to reach Murudeshwara.

Return from Murudeshwara Temple to Temples South India