Udupi

Discover Udupi: A Cultural Gem of Karnataka's Coast

Udupi city, the administrative capital of Udupi District in Karnataka, is well-known. It boasts an ancient Krishna Temple and the internationally acclaimed Udupi cuisine. Dating back to the 13th century, Saint Jagadguru Madwachariya codified practices for a New School of Divine in Hinduism and established the Krishna Math (Mutt). Since then, the Krishna temple and various ancient temples have come under the Mutt's care.

The Udupi Sri Krishna temple stands as a famous pilgrimage site. Devotees flock to Udupi throughout the year to worship Lord Krishna. Additionally, Udupi cuisine enjoys global reverence for its unique flavors. In the Sri Krishna Temple, it is customary to prepare nutritious and hygienic dishes with unusual ingredients as offerings for the deity. These dishes differ across meals from morning to night and are served in premier restaurants known as “Udupi Cuisine,” found nationwide.

Festivals often feature idols in processions in Hindu temples, and Udupi excels in this tradition with its variety of chariots. There are chariots made of wood, silver, gold & Nine precious metals (Navarathna) used during festivals.

Beyond the Krishna Temple and cuisine, Udupi offers many attractions. Notable tourist spots include Malpe Beach, Anegudde – abode of Lord Vinayaga, Someshwara Wildlife Sanctuary, Jomlu Theertha Falls, and Kaup Beach.

Udupi is centrally located between Mangalore Airport & Mangalore Harbor. State highways leading to Karkala, Dharmasthala & Sringeri cross through Udupi making it easily accessible by road. It lies about 420 kilometers northwest of Bangalore.

Situated on the Kanyakumari – Mumbai Rail Corridor, most trains from various parts of India stop at Udupi.

Udupi’s stunning beauty and rich seven-century history promise visitors an unforgettable experience!

Known As:

Lord Parashurama Kshetra (mythology)

Udipi (dialect)

Raja Pitha Pura (literature)

Shivalli (literature & mythology)

How To Reach:

By Air - Nearest airport being around sixty kilometers away - connected via NH66 highway linkages since no direct flights operate toward city itself

By Rail - Closest station lies within jurisdiction seamlessly connecting major metropolitan networks across countrywide locations alike

By Road - Day/night services availed shared cabs/taxis/regular bus routes commuting between Bangalore Mysore regions

Local Transport:

Standard autorickshaw options available alongside conventional cab systems catering traversal throughout key destinations—walking exploration often recommended experiencing authentic local character better