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Home>>South India>>Karnataka>>Spiritual Places of Karnataka

Spiritual Places of Karnataka

Atmalinga Temple, Atmalinga Temple tours, Visit Atmalinga Temple of Karnataka, Temple tour of Atmalinga Temple, Religious Atmalinga Temple

Gokarna is well-known for the Atmalinga in the ancient temple situated here. The six feet tall Shivalingam is enclosed inside the 'peetham', and it can be seen just once in 40 years, when the 'Ashta Bandana Kumbhabhishekam' is performed.

Bull Temple

The Bull Temple situated in Bangalore , houses the 4.57 m high and 6.10 m long image of Nandi, Lord Shiva's bull. The temple was built by Kempe Gowda in the 16th century. The image has been carved out of single granite rock.

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Chamundi Temple, Chamundi Temple tours, Visit Chamundi Temple of Karnataka, Temple tour of Chamundi Temple, Religious place Chamundi Temple

It is situated on the heights of Chamundi Hills. The Temple is having large silver gates and golden idols. It is considered to be a very religious temple, where the blessings of the goddess help devotees to fulfill their need.

Chennakeshava Temple

The Channekeshava Temple at Belur was constructed in the year 1116 to celebrate the victory of the Hoysala's over the Cholas at Talakad. Intricate carvings can be found on the interiors of the temple.

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Durga Temple, Durga Temple tours, Visit Durga Temple of Karnataka, Temple tour of Durga Temple, Religious place

Durga Temple

Situated on the banks of River Nandini, amidst beautiful surroundings, is the spiritual energy center of South Kanara district.

Gokarnatheshwara Temple

About 2 Kms from the city centre, this temple is the house of Lord Gokarnatha. This temple has a very short past, founded by the Billawa Community of Mangalore this temple belongs to era of modern architecture.

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Hazara Temple, Hazara Temple tours, Visit Hazara Temple of Karnataka, Temple tour of Hazara Temple, Religious place Hazara Temple

The Hazara Rama Temple built within rectangular complex lies at the heart of The royal centre. Dating from the early 15th century, the hall of the Hazara Rama holy place has finely carved basalt pillars depicting the incarnations of Vishnu.

Hidimbeshwar Temple

Oldest Temple on The Hill Unique Feature: Cave Temple The Hidimbeshwara temple is the oldest holy place the hill. The other temples in the hill fortress are those of Ekanathamma

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Holy Trinity Church, Holy Trinity Church tours, Visit Holy Trinity Church of Karnataka, Temple tour of Holy Trinity Church Holy Trinity Church

St. Mark's Cathedral was the only Government Church in Bangalore City which catered to the spiritual needs of English speaking Congregation.

Hoysaleswara Temple

This temple is one of the most extraordinary examples of Hoysala art. The interior and the exterior walls of the temple are covered with intricate sculptures depicting the various Hindu gods, sages, stylized animals and birds, and friezes portraying the life of the Hoysala rulers.

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Infant Jesus, Infant Jesus tours, Visit Infant Jesus of Karnataka, Temple tour of Infant Jesus, Religious place Infant Jesus

The newly reconstructed Infant Jesus Church, a popular pilgrimage centre at Viveknagar in Bangalore was inaugurated recently by Archbishop Bernard Moras of Bangalore Archdiocese.

Iskcon Temple

The ISKCON Temple was built in recent times by the global civilization for Krishan Consciousness. As you climb the granite steps you will meet three small shrines before the major temple. The three idols of Lord Krishna in the main shrine are made of brass.

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Kadri Temple, Kadri Temple tours, Visit Kadri Temple of Karnataka, Temple tour of Kadri Temple, Religious place Kadri Temple

Buddhist monks who came from northern India made Kadri as their place of Vihara and settled here. In those days it was called as Kadarika Vihara. Subsequently, followers of Natha pantha were also came and settled here.

Khwaza Bande Nawaz Dargah

The most significant monument in Gulbarga is perhaps the Khwaza Bande Nawaz Dargah. The tomb of the great Sufi saint, Khwaza Syed Mohammad Gesu Daraz, popularly known as Khwaza Bande Nawaz.

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Krishna Temple, Krishna Temple tours, Visit Krishna Temple of Karnataka, Temple tour of Krishna Temple, Religious place Krishna Temple

The Krishna Temple is situated in Hampi, to the north of the image of Narasimha. It has an inscription of Krishnadeva Raya, dated AD 1513 recording that an image of Bala-Krishna, which he had brought from a temple in Udayagire, was enshrined in a mandapa in this temple.

Lad Khan Temple

The oldest holy place in Aihole is perhaps, the Lad Khan temple dating back to the 5th Century. Originally a royal assembly hall and marriage mandapa, a Muslim official converted it into his residence. On the top of the main temple is another shrine-like vimana.

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Mangaladevi Temple, Mangaladevi Temple tours, Visit Mangaladevi Temple of Karnataka, Temple tour of Mangaladevi Temple Mangaladevi Temple

This temple has a history of how Mangalore got its name. It is about 3 Kms from the city center.

Manjunatha Temple

The temple of Manjunatheshwara on the hills of Kadri is a very beautiful and popular temple in Mangalore, visited by every believer who comes to Mangalore.

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Masjid Zeenath Baksh, Masjid Zeenath Baksh tours, Visit Masjid Zeenath Baksh of Karnataka, Temple tour of Masjid Zeenath Masjid Zeenath Baksh

The Masjid Zeenath Baksh, which is known to be Jumma Masjid, Mangalore is a historical mosque constructed in seventh century by Muslim Arab Traders.

Jumma Masjid

Located in the busy market area of Bangalore, K.R.Market, this is the city's oldest mosque with tall ornamental granite pillars built by a Mughal Killedar. The mosque in the city is an imposing one.
 

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Nanak Jhera, Nanak Jhera tours, Visit Nanak Jhera of Karnataka, Temple tour of Nanak Jhera, Religious place of Karnataka Nanak Jheera

Nanak Jhera, located near Ali Barid's Tomb in Bidar where a road dips down the plateau towards the north is a magnificent Gurudwara built by the Sikhs.

Omkareshwara Temple of Coorg

In 1820 a significant building built by Lingarajendra was Omkareshwara temple. This has both Islamic and Gothic style of architecture. There is a tank in front of the temple. There is a footpath leading to a small "Mantap". The surrounding place is abode with peace.

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Shree Gavi Gangadeshwara Temple, Shree Gavi Gangadeshwara Temple tours, Visit Shree Gavi Gangadeshwara Temple of Karnataka Shree Gavi Gangadeshwara Temple

Sri Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple close to Bangalore, is a natural monolith carved cave temple devoted to Lord Shiva. On the 14 / 15 January every year a ray of light passes precisely through the horns of the Nandi bull and illuminates the deity inside.

Shree Vishnumurthy Temple in Kulai (Mangalore)

Shree Vishnumurthy Temple is situated in the town of Kulai about 15 Kilomeres north of Mangalore along the West coast High way facing the eastern plain of paddy fields. It is one of the ancient Vishnu Shrines in this part of Karnataka.

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Shri Sharavu Mahaganapathy Temple, Shri Sharavu Mahaganapathy Temple tours, Visit Shri Sharavu Mahaganapathy Temple Shri Sharavu Mahaganapathy Temple

Located on the centre of the city Hampankatta, it is one of the well-known antique temples of South Kanara District. The beginning and importance of the temple is narrated in skanda purana.

Solah Khamba Masjid

Solah Masjid or the Zenani Masjid, the sixteen-columned prayer hall was built in 1423 AD by Prince Muhammad even prior to the shifting of the capital to Bidar by the Bahamanis.

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Somnathpur Temple, Somnathpur Temple tours, Visit Somnathpur Temple of Karnataka, Temple tour of Somnathpur Temple Somnathpur Temple

As one arrives at Somnathpur, a tiny village on the banks of the Kaveri, 140 kms, south-west of Bangalore, one feels an everlasting stillness and freshness in the air as if the place is if saying eternity grows here.

Ugra Narasimha Temple

The gigantic 8/9 metres high image of Ugra Narasimha is situated in the south of the Hemakuta collection of temples that includes the Virupaksha Temple. The Narasimha is a four-armed figure seated under the canopy of a seven-hooded snake.

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Virupaksha Temple, Virupaksha Temple tours, Visit Virupaksha Temple of Karnataka, Temple tour of Virupaksha Temple Virupaksha Temple

The Virupaksha Temple, situated in Hampi is one of the few temples amidst ruins, still in worship. This temple is dedicated to Shiva, known here as Virupaksha or Pampapati. His consort Pampa is often associated with the Tungabhadra River.

Vithala Temple

The Vithala Temple is located on the southern bank of the Tungabhadra River. The most magnificent of the religious edifices at Hampi, it can be reached from the west by walking on from Hampi Bazaar along the riverbank, or from the east through the Talarigattu Gateway.

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Mary's Church, Mary's Church tours, Visit Mary's Church of Karnataka, Temple tour of Mary's Church, Religious place

St. Mary's Church (Bangalore)

Established by a French Missionary, Abbe Dubois in 1811, this is the only church to be elevated to the status of a minor Basilica. In September, every year, the feast of Virgin Mary is celebrated and attracts people of all faiths.

St. Philomena's Church

Located about 3 kms from the city bus stand is a well-known landmark of Mysore. It houses the relic of 3rd century saint, Philomena, in the beautifully arranged catacomb, below the main altar. 

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Venkatramana Temple, Venkatramana Temple tours, Visit Venkatramana Temple of Karnataka, Temple tour of Venkatramana Temple

Venkataramana Temple (Mangalore)

It is one of the very mature temples of Mangalore situated on the Carstreet where Lord Srinivasa is the presiding deity popularly known as Venkatarama.
 

More Spritual Places of Karnataka

 

>> Atmalinga Temple

>> Bull Temple

>> Chamundi Temple

>> Chennakeshava Temple

>> Durga Temple

>> Gokarnatheshwara Temple

>> Hazara Temple

>> Hidimbeshwar Temple

>> Holy Trinity Church

>> Hoysaleswara Temple

>> Infant Jesus

>> Iskcon Temple

>> Kadri Temple

>> Khwaza Bande Nawaz Dargah

>> Krishna Temple

>> Lad Khan Temple

>> Mangaladevi Temple

>> Manjunatha Temple

>> Masjid Zeenath Baksh

>> Jumma Masjid

>> Nanak Jheera

>> Omkareshwara Temple Of Coorg

>> Shree Gavi Gangadeshwara ...

>> Shree Vishnumurthy Temple In ...

>> Shri Sharavu Mahaganapathy ...

>> Solah Khamba Masjid

>> Somnathpur Temple

>> Ugra Narasimha Temple

>> Venkataramana Temple

>> Virupaksha Temple

>> Vithala Temple

>> Philomenas Church

>> Marys Church

 
 

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