SRINGERI TOURISM | TOURIST PLACES TO VISIT & TEMPLES IN SRINGERI

At a distance of 1 km from Sringeri Bus Stand, Sri Sharada Peetham is a famous place of worship in Sringeri. It is one of the popular places to visit as part of Sringeri tour packages.

Sri Sharada Peetham in Sringeri is the first of the 4 Peethams established by the renowned 8th-century philosopher saint Sri Adi Shankara. This Peetham is dedicated to Goddess Sharadamba, the Goddess of learning and wisdom. It is one of the prime places to visit in Sringeri.

In the 14th century, Vidyaranya is said to have replaced the old sandalwood image of goddess with a stone and gold image. The temple structure itself continued to be made of wood till the early 20th century. After an unexpected fire that damaged the structure, the current structure was built in the traditional south Indian style of temple architecture.

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At a distance of 1 km from Sringeri Bus Stand, Sri Vidyashankara Temple is a Hindu temple situated inside the Sharada Peetham Complex in Sringeri. It is one of thefamous temples to visit as part of Sringeri tour packages.

Sri Vidyashankara Temple was built in the memory of Guru Vidyashankara with the aid of the Vijayanagar rulers in the 14th century. The temple houses ruby images of Venugopala and Srinivasa and a Nandi made out of a large pearl. Several inscriptions in the temple describe contributions made by the Vijayanagar rulers. It is one of the best pilgrimage places to visit in Sringeri.

The Vidyashankara temple is a unique monument built combining Hoysala and Dravidian architectural styles. Built with golden-colored stone, the temple sits on a low platform in the middle of the large paved area. The mandapam is remarkable for its 12 zodiac .....

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At a distance of 5 km from Kigga, and 15 km from Sringeri, and, Sirimane Falls is a stunning waterfall situated near Kigga in Karnataka. Also known as Kigga Falls, it is one of the popular waterfalls in Karnataka, and among the prominent tourist places in Sringeri.

With a height of about 40 feet, this waterfall is located in serene surroundings with dense forest all around. There is a motorable road available to reach the falls and vehicles can be hired from Kigga. A little walk is required from the parking place to reach the falls through well-laid steps.

It is possible to get right to the bottom of the falls and enjoy the force (however, this may not be possible when the water force is heavy during monsoons). The falls are wide and can accommodate more crowds at the bottom. This is a good place to visit throughout the year. This is a very safe .....

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At a distance of 26 km from Sringeri, 31 km from Thirthahalli, 55 km from Udupi, 62 km from Kundapura, 77 km from Kudremukh, 94 km from Shimoga, 112 km from Mangalore, 342 km from Bangalore, Agumbe is a small hill town located in the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India. Nestled in the thickly forested Malnadu region of the Western Ghats, it is one of the most mesmerizing offbeat hill stations in Karnataka, and among the most famous places to visit near Mangalore.

Situated at an altitude of over 2100 feet, the scenic village of Agumbe lies in the Western Ghats belt with some of the last remaining lowland rainforests. The place is nicknamed 'The Cherrapunji of the South' as it receives the heaviest rainfall in the southern part which makes it a perfect home to some of the scenic waterfalls, dense forests, and rivers. It is also called Hasiru Honnu means green gold .....

Distance (From Sringeri): 26 Kms
Trip Duration (From Sringeri - Including Travel): Full Day
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At a distance of 1 Km from Sringeri Bus Stand, Sri Mallikarjuna Temple (also called as Mahanikareshwara Temple) is situated on top of the Mallappa Hill.

The large black-stone Shiva Linga worshipped in this temple is believed to be swayambhu (self manifested). The Linga stands over the site of sage Vibhandaka's disappearance from the mortal world and called Malahanikareswara. Bhavani Devi temple located in the same compound is believed to be built by Sri Sachidananda Swamiji. Sri Abhinava Nrisimha Bharati (1600-1623) drew a figure of Lord Ganesha with a piece of turmeric on a pillar. This image is called Kambada Ganapati.

The temple can be reached through 150 well laid steps. Early mornings or late evenings are ideal to be at the top. The Rathotsava festival celebrated on the next day of Mahashivaratri is very famous. On Kartika Poornima day Deepothsavam is celebrated in a grand scale.

Timings: 6 AM - 2 PM & 5 - 9 PM

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At a distance of 1 Km from Sringeri Bus Stand, Janardana Temple is located to the left of Vidya Shankara Temple within the Sharada Peetham Complex.

Sri Jnanaghanacharya established this temple in 14th century during Vijayanagara period. Though the temple is small, the structure is attractive. Beautiful idols of Garuda and Anjaneya are seen on both sides of the temple. This shrine also houses an ancient Sudarshana Chakra.

- There are few other shrines housed in the complex:
- A shrine dedicated to Adi Shankaracharya
- A shrine dedicated to Sri Sureshwaracharya towards right side of Sarada temple
- A shrine dedicated to Sri Bala Subrahmanya near the bathing Ghat

Timings: 6 AM - 2 PM & 5 - 9 PM

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At a distance of 44 km from Sringeri, 70 km from Agumbe, 81 km from Udupi, 105 km from Mangalore, 117 km from Chikmagalur, and 122 km from Sakleshpura, Bhagavathi Nature Camp is a jungle resort situated near Kudremukh. It is one of the famous jungle lodges in Karnataka, and among the best places to stay as part of Sringeri tour packages.

Managed by JLR, Bhagavathi Nature Camp is located adjacent to the check dam of the Bhadra River within the boundaries of Kudremukh National Park, recognized as one of the premier wildlife sanctuaries near Mangalore. This jungle camp serves as a paradise for nature enthusiasts and those seeking an escape from the routine of urban life. Nestled within an expansive landscape of golden grasslands, bordered by lush green sholas, and elevated by thriving evergreen rainforests resembling islands in the sky, the camp is also a crucial catchment area for the origins of three significant rivers: Tunga, Bhadra, and Nethravathi.

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At a distance of 10 Kms from Sringeri, Kigga is a beautiful village situated on the banks of Nandini River, a tributary of Tunga. Kigga is famous for Rishya Shringeshwara temple.

Dedicated to Rishyasringa, the temple stands on the site where Rishyasringa was absorbed in the celestial light. Built during Vijayanagara period, the temple houses a linga of a unique shape, with three protuberances resembling horns. There is a belief that if the linga is properly worshipped, famine will be averted in the land to a distance of 12 yojanas all round. It is said that Sage Rishyasringa's advent removed the drought in this place. The Rathotsavam of the temple is conducted in Chaitra Masa (Mar/April).

Kigga is also the exit point for Narasimha Parvata trekking which starts from Agumbe. Sirimane Falls is about 5 Kms from Kigga situated on Narasimha Parvata trekking route.

Kigga is connected by bus & cabs with Sringeri.

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At a distance of 29 km from Kudremukh, 42 km from Sringeri, and 70 km from Chikmagalur, Horanadu Annapoorneswari Temple is a famous temple situated in the thick forests of the Western Ghats in the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka. It is one of the popular temples in Karnataka, and among the must include places in Sringeri tour packages.

Sri Annapoorneswari Temple is situated on the banks of River Bhadra and is also known as Sri Kshethra Horanadu. It is believed that this temple was established by Agasthya Maharishi. This temple is dedicated to Goddess Annapoorneswari, one of the incarnations of Goddess Durga. A new idol of the main deity was installed at the temple in 1973. It can also be visited along with Chikmagalur Tour Packages.

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At a distance of 20 Kms from Sringeri, Hariharapura is a small village on the banks of River Thunga. It is famous for Sri Sharada Lakshmi Narasimha Peetam & Temple established by Adi Shankaracharya.

The temple here is dedicated to Lord Narasimha and it's believed to be over 1000 years old. There is also a shrine for Sri Sharadamba installed by Adi Shankaracharya. According to 14th Century inscriptions, this place was ruled by Vijayanagara King Harihara Maharaya, who had recognized this mutt and had also conferred titles to the then Swamiji and gifted lands to the mutt.

It is believed that Daksha performed yagna here. There is an ancient temple dedicated to Swayambhu Dakshahara Someshwara at Hariharapura.

Hariharapura is close to the main road towards Koppa and is connected by bus.

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