Karnataka Temples
Historic Hoysala Marvels and Powerful Pilgrimage Sites
Karnataka is home to some of India's most magnificent temples—from the Hoysala masterpieces of Belur, Halebidu, and Somnathapura to the hill shrines of Murudeshwara and the spiritual hub of Dharmasthala. These temples blend stunning architecture with deep devotion and living traditions.
"Where stone breathes with devotion, the past and the divine meet"
📖 What are Karnataka Temples?
Karnataka is home to some of India's most magnificent temples—from the Hoysala masterpieces of Belur, Halebidu, and Somnathapura to the hill shrines of Murudeshwara and the spiritual hub of Dharmasthala. These temples blend stunning architecture with deep devotion and living traditions.
🕉️ Divine Significance
- • Hoysala temples are UNESCO World Heritage sites, known for intricate stone carvings and star-shaped plans
- • Coastal and hill temples like Murudeshwara and Kukke Subrahmanya attract lakhs of devotees
- • Dharmasthala and other dharmic institutions run annadanam and social service alongside worship
- • Karnataka's temple culture reflects both Shaiva and Vaishnava traditions
✨ Spiritual Benefits
"Where stone breathes with devotion, the past and the divine meet"
🧭 Sacred Temples
Explore the divine abodes listed below
Chamundeshwari Temple Mysuru
Perched atop Chamundi Hills in Mysuru, this ancient temple is dedicated to Goddess Chamundeshwari, the fierce form of Durga who vanquished the demon Mahishasura.
Mookambika Devi Temple Kollur
Located in the Western Ghats of Karnataka, Mookambika Temple is a powerful Shakti Peetha where the goddess is worshipped as the combined form of Saraswati, Lakshmi, and Parvati.
Mahalakshmi Temple Sringeri
Located in the sacred town of Sringeri, this Mahalakshmi temple is part of the famous Sringeri Sharada Peetham complex, combining wealth worship with learning and wisdom.
Sringeri Sharada Peetham
One of the four cardinal Advaita Vedanta peethas established by Adi Shankaracharya, dedicated to Goddess Sharada and famous for its spiritual learning and philosophy.
Kukke Subramanya Temple
One of the most important Subramanya temples, famous for Sarpa Dosha remedies and nestled in the scenic Western Ghats with powerful serpent worship traditions.
Hampi Virupaksha Temple
The principal temple of UNESCO World Heritage Site Hampi, dedicated to Lord Virupaksha (Shiva) and representing the glorious Vijayanagara Empire heritage.
Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple
A unique island temple surrounded by Sharavathi backwaters, dedicated to Goddess Chowdeshwari and accessible only by boat, famous for its serene water setting.
Kateel Durgaparameshwari Temple
A powerful Shakti Peetha on the banks of River Nandini, famous for its miraculous powers and the annual Navarathri celebrations.
Srirangapatna Ranganathaswamy Temple
An important Divya Desam temple on an island in River Cauvery, historically significant as the capital of Tipu Sultan and featuring ancient Vishnu worship.
Bhoo Varaha Swamy Temple
A unique temple dedicated to Lord Varaha (boar avatar of Vishnu), famous for its connection to earth element and agricultural prosperity.
Gokarna Mahabaleshwar Temple
A sacred coastal temple and important pilgrimage site, famous for its ancient Shiva Linga and beautiful Arabian Sea beaches.
Idugunji Vinayaka Temple
A powerful wish-fulfilling Ganesha temple near Udupi, famous for its miraculous blessings and the ability to grant devotees' sincere desires.
Murudeshwar Temple
Famous for the world's second-tallest Shiva statue and spectacular coastal location, dedicated to Lord Murudeshwar on the Arabian Sea shore.
Dharmasthala Manjunatha Temple
A unique temple where Jain trustees serve a Shaivite deity, famous for free meals (Annadana) and representing religious harmony and dharma.
Hornadu Annapoorneshwari Temple
Sacred to Goddess Annapoorneshwari, the provider of food and nourishment, nestled in the Western Ghats and famous for its powerful blessings for prosperity and food security.
Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple Melkote
A significant Divya Desam in Karnataka established by Acharya Ramanuja, Melkote temple is famous for its beautiful Cheluvanarayana deity and the Vairamudi (diamond crown) festival.
Udupi Sri Krishna Temple
Founded by Saint Madhvacharya in the 13th century, Udupi Sri Krishna Temple is one of the most famous Krishna temples in India, known for its unique tradition of worshipping Lord Krishna through a silver-plated window called Navagraha Kindi.
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