Beach Temple Murudeshwar

Do you aspire to visit a place which not only attracts casual tourists but also the devotees who have great faith on God? Then the Beach Temple, Murudeshwar is the perfect destination for you. This place has a different appeal to its tourists because of the aesthetic beauty that it holds.

The Beach Temple, Murudeshwar is around 165 kilometers far from the Mangalore city of Karnataka. This Beach Temple, Murudeshwar is situated between Bhatkal and Honnavara. The main attraction of Murudeshwar is the Shiva Temple. The Arabian sea and the rolling hills of the Western Ghats have made this place a sacred Hindu pilgrimage and a favorite picnic spot for the tourists.

The Beach Temple of Murudeshwar is residing on the top of a small hill called Kanduka Giri. Two gigantic concrete elephants stand at the foot of the steps that lead to the temple. There is deity of Jattiga riding on a horse symbolizing as one who ascends the hillock. The big fort behind the temple has a historical background. It is said to have been renovated by the Mysore King, Tipu Sultan. People come here in large numbers not only to see the temple but also to enjoy sunset at the sunset point of Murudeshwar. This shrine looks amazing when the Beach Temple, Murudeshwar emits the rays of the setting sun.

The Shiva Temple which have been regarded as the most sacred place for the devotees has some beautiful carvings and statues. The history of this temple goes back to the Thretha yuga, of a few decades ago. This shrine is resided by the Shiva Linga who has been regarded as the lord of patience and courage.

The Beach Temple in Murudeshwar has a flamboyant impression on its visitors and devotees.