Karnataka Temples
Famous Temples in Karnataka
Historic Hoysala marvels, coastal Shiva shrines and living pilgrimage centers across Karnataka.
"A sacred route becomes easier when names, places and purpose are clear."
📖 What are Karnataka Temples?
Historic Hoysala marvels, coastal Shiva shrines and living pilgrimage centers across Karnataka.
🕉️ Divine Significance
- • This cluster has one clear pilgrimage intent and should be treated separately from the general temple listing page.
- • The complete names and locations help devotees compare temples before planning darshan.
- • Temple profile cards below link only to detailed pages currently available on Temples.bio.
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"A sacred route becomes easier when names, places and purpose are clear."
Karnataka Temples Names and Locations
Region
Karnataka
Page Type
State temple guide
Use
Compare temple profiles and plan visits
Best Time
October to March for most routes
Karnataka Temples List
This is the canonical names list for the sacred cluster. Temple profile cards are shown separately when detailed Temples.bio pages are available.
- Karnataka major temples
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📊 Compare Karnataka Temples
Location, state, darshan timings and the nearest railhead for temple profiles currently available on Temples.bio.
| # | Temple | Location | State | Darshan timings | Nearest railway |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chamundeshwari Temple Mysuru | Mysuru, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Extended during Dussehra and Navaratri.", "evening": "5:30 … | Mysuru Railway Station (13 km) |
| 2 | Mookambika Devi Temple Kollur | Kollur, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Extended during Navaratri.", "evening": "3:00 PM – 8:30 PM"… | Kundapura Railway Station (35 km) |
| 3 | Mahalakshmi Temple Sringeri | Sringeri, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Coordinated with adjacent Sharada Peetham timings.", "eveni… | Tarikere Railway Station (35 km) |
| 4 | Sringeri Sharada Peetham | Sringeri, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Extended during Sharada Navratri. Peetham monastery conduct… | Shimoga Railway Station (60 km) |
| 5 | Kukke Subramanya Temple | Kukke, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Extended during Naga Panchami and Subramanya Sashti. Sarpa … | Subramanya Road Railway Station (8 km) |
| 6 | Hampi Virupaksha Temple | Hampi, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Extended during Hampi Utsav. Heritage tours all day. Famous… | Hosapete Railway Station (13 km) |
| 7 | Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple | Sigandur, Sagar, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Boat timings depend on water levels and weather. Plan journ… | Sagar Railway Station (30 km) |
| 8 | Kateel Durgaparameshwari Temple | Kateel, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Extended during Navaratri.", "evening": "3:00 PM – 9:00 PM"… | Mangalore Railway Station (30 km) |
| 9 | Srirangapatna Ranganathaswamy Temple | Srirangapatna, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Extended during Vaikunta Ekadashi.", "evening": "4:00 PM – … | Srirangapatna Railway Station (2 km) |
| 10 | Bhoo Varaha Swamy Temple | Srirangapatna, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Extended during Brahmotsavam period at Tirumala.", "evening… | Srirangapatna Railway Station (2 km) |
| 11 | Gokarna Mahabaleshwar Temple | Gokarna, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Extended during Shivaratri. Beach meditation nearby.", "eve… | Kumta Railway Station (30 km) |
| 12 | Idugunji Vinayaka Temple | Idugunji, Udupi, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Extended during Ganesh Chaturthi.", "evening": "4:30 PM – 8… | Udupi Railway Station (20 km) |
| 13 | Murudeshwar Temple | Murudeshwar, Uttara Kannada, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Statue viewing and coastal access throughout the day.", "ev… | Murudeshwar Railway Station (2 km) |
| 14 | Dharmasthala Manjunatha Temple | Dharmasthala, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Famous for serving free meals to all pilgrims. Separate dar… | Mangalore Railway Station (50 km) |
| 15 | Hornadu Annapoorneshwari Temple | Hornadu, Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Beautiful forest and river setting. Free meals served here … | Shimoga Railway Station (100 km) |
| 16 | Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple Melkote | Melkote, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Extended during Vairamudi festival (March–April). Sri Raman… | Mysore Railway Station (51 km) |
| 17 | Udupi Sri Krishna Temple | Udupi, Karnataka | Karnataka | {"note": "Photography allowed only through the famous Navagraha Kindi… | Udupi Railway Station (5 km) |
Last updated February 2026
Temple Profiles Available on Temples.bio
These are the detailed temple pages currently linked to this cluster.
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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