Shri Dharmasthala Temple
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Located on the banks of Nethravathi River, in the village of Dharmasthala, in Belthangady Taluk of South Kanara Distict of Karnataka, Sri Dharmasthala temple is very popular among devotees.
The main deity of this temple is Shri Manjunatha Swamy, a form of Lord Shiva. This temple attracts Jains, Hindus, Christians, Muslims to get rid of their various ailments. Dharmasthala is an outstanding example of religious tolerance, as it welcomes worshippers of all religions. The temple has Jain administration and rituals are performed by Hindu priests.
The other main deities in the inner circle of the main sanctum are Goddess Ammanavaru (Parvathi) and Lord Mahaganapathi. Other shrines near the main temple are Kalarahu, Kalarkai, Kumaraswamy, and Kanyakumari.
Places to visit
Monolithic statue of Lord Bahubali on the Rathnagiri Hill near Dharmasthala.
Manjusha Museum where beautifully crafted art work, metallic statues and paintings are displayed.
Car Museum where rare vintage cars are exhibited.
Yakshagana dance Training center
Hill Resort Center of Yoga and a Natural Cure Hospital on the bank of River Nethravathi
Lalithodyana garden
Aquarium
Kukke Subrahmanya, is around 60 Kms from Dharmasthala
Udupi Sri Krishna Temple, Udupi.
Festivals of Shri Dharmasthala Temple
- In April - 9-day festival (Annual Jathre)
- During Shivaratri - Car Festival
- During Ganesha Festival - Ganesha Chowthi
- Mahamasthakaabhisheka to 39 ft monolith of Bhagawan Bahubali
- During Navarathri and Deepavali - Special poojas
- Deeposthva - Grand illumination celebrated for five days in the month of Kartika (November - December)
The pilgrims are offered free food and lodging. Dharmasthala is also famous for its Chair of Justice.
Accommodation
There are several guest houses available in Dharmasthala.
Distance fromBangalore - 325 kmUdupi - 100 kmUdupi - 70 km
Road map
From Bangalore to Dharmasthala via Nelamangala, Kunigal, Hassan, Sakaleshpura. (via National Highway-48)
Postal Address:Shri Manjunathaswamy TempleShri Kshetra DharmasthalaBelthangady Taluk, Dakshina Kannada DistrictKarnataka State - INDIAPin code: - 574 216
For more information visit shridharmasthala.org
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