Iconic Karnataka Temples Flooded by People After Going Viral on Instagram

By Vidhathri Matety November, 29 2024

Travel

Srikrishna Temple, Udupi

The Most Renowned Temple in Karnataka.  Diety Bal Krishna.

Vidyashankara Temple, Sringeri

Inscriptions in the Temple Teaches Vijayanagar Empire's History.

Chamundeshwari Temple, Mysore

Located on Chamundi Hill in Mysore.  Diety to Overcome Challenges and Evil in Life.

Vittala Temple, Hampi

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hampi

Gokarna Mahabaleshwar Temple, Gokarna

A Temple Mentioned in Both Ramayana and Mahabharata. Considered "Dakshin Kashi."

Murudeshwar Shiva Temple, Bhatkal

Located on Kanduka Hill in Murudeshwar Town. The World's Second-Tallest Statue of Lord Shiva, 123 feet.

Hoysala temples of Belur

Centrepiece of Belur Temple.  The Star-Shaped Design Showcases the Exceptional Craftsmanship of the Hoysala Era.

Virupaksha Temple, Pattadakal

A Spacious Quadrangle Encircled by Numerous Small Cells and Sculptures

Dharmasthala, Dakshina Kannada

Located in the Western Ghats

Shravanabelagola, Hassan

A Renowned Jain Pilgrimage Site. The 18m Tall Monolithic Statue of Gomateshwara. Carved from a Single Granite Stone.