Shree Krishna Mandir Udupi – Guide
Shree Krishna Mandir, located in Udupi, Karnataka, known as Mathura of South India, is known as a major pilgrimage site in South India. It is told about the construction of this Krishna temple in Udupi, that it was founded by Vaishnava Jagadguru and Shri Madhavacharya.
History of this Temple
There is a story related to the Shree Krishna Mandir of Udupi, which tells that once upon a time there used to be an ardent devotee of Shri Krishna, who was not allowed to enter this temple. Then he went behind this temple and started doing severe penance and prayer to Lord Shri Krishna, then Shri Krishna gave his darshan to those devotees and turned the head of the statue installed in this temple to the side where his beloved devotee was sitting and doing his penance. Since then till today the head of the idol installed in this temple is towards the wall and there is a window for its darshan.
Shree Krishna Mandir Udupi Timings
Shree Krishna Mandir Udupi opens at 5:00 AM in the morning and close at 9:00 PM in the evening. Morning aarti is performed at 7:00 AM in the morning and evening aarti performed at 8:00 PM in the evening.
| Saturday | 05:00 AM to 09:00 PM, Aarti: 07:00 PM & 08:00 PM |
| Sunday | 05:00 AM to 09:00 PM, Aarti: 07:00 PM & 08:00 PM |
| Monday | 05:00 AM to 09:00 PM, Aarti: 07:00 PM & 08:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 05:00 AM to 09:00 PM, Aarti: 07:00 PM & 08:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 05:00 AM to 09:00 PM, Aarti: 07:00 PM & 08:00 PM |
| Thursday | 05:00 AM to 09:00 PM, Aarti: 07:00 PM & 08:00 PM |
| Friday | 05:00 AM to 09:00 PM, Aarti: 07:00 PM & 08:00 PM |
Places to visit near this Temple
St. Mary’s Island
Popularly known as Coconut Island, St. Mary’s Island is a group of four islands in the Arabian Sea off the coast of Malpe. It is one of the best tourist attractions in Udupi, Karnataka. The west coast of these islands is known as the Seashell Paradise.
Kaup Beach
It is just 10 km from the main city and buses from Mangalore Udupi are available to reach here. It is an endless stretch of sand where one can lie down all day long. The views of the Arabian Sea from the shore are very beautiful.
Jumadi Islands
It is a protected island where one can enjoy the natural beauty of South India. Coconut trees and emerald waters add to the beauty of this picturesque island. This is a quaint place to experience the best of nature in Udupi.
Anegudde Vinayaka Temple
Dedicated to Lord Vinayaka, Anegudde Vinayaka Temple attracts a lot of tourists every year. If you want to hear the ancient stories related to this village then you must visit here.
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How to reach Shree Krishna Mandir Udupi
By Air- The nearest airport from Shree Krishna Mandir Udupi is Mangalore airport which is at a distance of about few kms from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Train- The nearest railway station from Shree Krishna Mandir is Udupi railway station which is at a distance of about few kms from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Road- Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach this temple by using your own vehicle or by any public buses or taxi from any part of the country.
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