What are the opening and closing times for Murudeshwar Temple in Murudeshwar, Uttara Kannada, Karnataka, Karnataka?

Opens at 6:00 AM and closes at 8:30 PM. Timings can change on festival days; confirm with the temple office before you travel.

What are the darshan timings at Murudeshwar Temple in Murudeshwar, Uttara Kannada, Karnataka, Karnataka?

Published darshan windows on this page: morning: 6:00 AM – 12:30 PM, evening: 2:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Queues and session lengths vary by day and season.

When does the first puja or darshan start at Murudeshwar Temple?

Praat Aarti is listed at 6:30 AM on this page’s schedule. Timings can shift without notice; see the note at the top of this page.

Can I visit Murudeshwar Temple on a Sunday afternoon?

Sundays follow the same published hours as other days unless the temple posts a special notification. Afternoon often falls between morning and evening darshan; this page lists evening darshan as 2:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Sundays are usually busier than weekdays—arrive earlier and allow extra time for queues and security.

Is there a dress code for visiting the temple?

Traditional or decent casual attire. Comfortable clothing for coastal temple and statue viewing.

Is prasada available at the temple?

Yes, prasada is available at the temple. Available items include: Vibhuti, Panchamrit

Is parking available at the temple?

Yes, parking facilities are available at the temple premises. However, during festival seasons and special occasions, parking may be limited, so it's advisable to arrive early or use public transportation.

Is the temple accessible for people with disabilities?

Excellent accessibility with elevators, coastal access, and tourist facilities. Beach and statue viewing areas.

What rituals are performed daily?

Towering statue worship rituals, coastal Shiva ceremonies, oceanic consciousness practices, architectural appreciation traditions

Last updated: 23 May 2026 · Editorial summary; verify with the temple before you travel.

🛕 Lord Murudeshwar (Shiva)

Murudeshwar Temple Timings 2026

Murudeshwar Temple in Murudeshwar, Uttara Kannada, Karnataka, Karnataka. Opens at 6:00 AM and closes at 8:30 PM on usual days. Darshan windows: morning: 6:00 AM – 12:30 PM, evening: 2:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Schedules may change on festival days.

Darshan, aarti, tickets & seva schedules. Full temple profile for history, travel & more.

🕒 Opens 6:00 AM 🕘 Closes 8:30 PM 📍 Karnataka Opening Soon

⚠️Timings may change due to festivals, special rituals, or temple administration decisions. Please verify with temple authorities before your visit.

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Accommodation near Murudeshwar Temple

Comfortable stays close to the temple — starting from ₹950

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Divine Snapshot

Quick temple overview

Primary Deity:

Lord Murudeshwar (Shiva)

Temple Category:

Shiva Temple

Location:

Murudeshwar, Uttara Kannada, Karnataka

Full Address:

Murudeshwar Temple, Murudeshwar, Uttara Kannada District, Karnataka 581350, India

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✈️ How to reach (airport, rail, bus, travel tips) lives on the main temple page so directions are not duplicated here.

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Temple & Darshan Timings

Daily temple & darshan schedule — may vary on festival days

Session	Start time	End time	Typical status	Notes
🛕 Temple opening	6:00 AM	—	Open	General days
🙏 Morning darshan	6:00 AM	12:30 PM	Open	Often busiest before mid-morning
⏸ Midday / afternoon	—	—	Closed	Between morning & evening darshan (rituals & cleaning)
🙏 Evening darshan	2:00 PM	8:30 PM	Open
🔒 Temple closing	—	8:30 PM	Closed

ℹ️ Murudeshwar, Bhatkal, Karnataka. Coastal temple with world's 2nd tallest Shiva statue (37 metres). Beautiful sea-facing location.
📅 Statue viewing and coastal access throughout the day.

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Aarti Timings

Daily pooja & aarti schedule

Ritual / aarti	Time	Fee	Notes
Praat Aarti	6:30 AM	Free	Morning worship.
Sandhya Aarti	7:00 PM	Free	Evening lamps — spectacular with sea background.

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Darshan Tickets

All darshan types and pricing

Darshan Type	Price	Wait Time	Booking
🆓 General Darshan Free entry.	Free	10–30 min	Walk-in
🗼 Gopuram Lift Entry Lift inside 20-storey gopuram for panoramic view.	₹50 per person	No wait	On-site counter

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Pujas & Sevas

Special rituals & seva offerings

Rudrabhishek

🕐 Morning

₹500 – ₹2,500

Abhishek of Shivalinga.

Archana

🕐 All day

₹51 – ₹201

Personal prayer.

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Major Festivals

Special occasions & celebrations

February / March

Maha Shivaratri

Night worship at this coastal Shiva shrine.

👥 Very High crowd 📅 1 day

July / August

Coastal Shravan Celebrations

Month-long Shiva worship.

👥 High crowd 📅 30 days

📅 Festival dates change yearly per the Hindu calendar. Verify exact dates before planning your visit.

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Temple Prasadam

Sacred offerings & blessed food

Vibhuti

Free

Sacred ash.

Panchamrit

₹30 – ₹100

From abhishek.

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