Temples in Karnataka

Karnataka has a rich cultural heritage with numerous temples scattered across the state. The intricately carved Hoysala temples like the Chennakesava Temple in Belur and the Hoysaleswara Temples in Karnataka are architectural marvels, showcasing amazing craftsmanship. Book Your flights to Bangalore and seek blessings now!

Here are some of the best temples you must consider –

Durga Temple – Dedicated to Goddess Durga, Durga temple holds religious significance and attracts devotees from far and wide.

Sharadamba Temple – Devotees visit the Sharadamba temple to seek blessings for knowledge and wisdom.

Someshwara Temple – Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Someshwara Temple is known for its historical significance and architectural beauty.

Sringeri Temple – Dedicated to the goddess Saraswati, Sringeri Temple is one of the major pilgrimage centers in South India.

Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Virupaksha Temple is one of the oldest functioning temples in India, from the 7th century.

KDevotees visit Kukke Subramanya Temple to seek blessings for protection from snake afflictions and fulfillment of wishes.

Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Hampi temple is known for its stunning architecture, offering visitors a glimpse into India’s cultural heritage.

Other Popular Temples in Karnataka

Temple Name	Famous For	Distance from Airport (km)	City
Virupaksha Temple, Hampi	Ancient architecture, religious significance	350	Hampi
Hoysaleswara Temple, Halebeedu	Hoysala architecture, intricate carvings	200	Halebeedu
Chennakeshava Temple, Belur	Hoysala architecture, sculptural beauty	180	Belur
Mallikarjuna Temple, Pattadakal	Chalukya architecture, religious significance	430	Pattadakal
Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangapatna	Vishnu temple, religious significance	160	Srirangapatna
Gomateshwara Temple, Shravanabelagola	Bahubali statue, Jain pilgrimage destination	160	Shravanabelagola
Mookambika Temple, Kollur	Hindu goddess worship, pilgrimage destination	140	Kollur
Sri Krishna Temple, Udupi	Vaishnavism, religious practices	60	Udupi
Manjunatha Temple, Dharmasthala	Shiva temple, religious significance	65	Dharmasthala
Mahabaleshwar Temple, Gokarna	Shiva temple, coastal pilgrimage destination	150	Gokarna
Murudeshwar Shiva Temple, Murudeshwar	Shiva statue, coastal pilgrimage destination	160	Murudeshwar
Sringeri Mutt, Sringeri	Advaita Vedanta, spiritual center	100	Sringeri
Kukke Shri Subrahmanya Temple, Subramanya	Subrahmanya worship, pilgrimage destination	110	Subramanya
Kotilingeshwara Temple, Kammasandra	Shiva Lingams, religious significance	80	Kammasandra
Sri Radha – Krishna (ISKCON) Temple, Bangalore	ISKCON movement, spiritual teachings	40	Bangalore
Keshava Temple, Somnathpur	Hoysala architecture, intricate carvings	160	Somnathpur
Badami Cave Temple, Badami	Rock-cut architecture, historical significance	150	Badami
Horanadu Annapoorneshwari Temple, Chikmaglur	Annapoorneshwari worship, religious significance	180	Horanadu
Guddattu Vinayak Temple, Kundapura	Lord Ganesha worship, religious significance	100	Kundapura
Amruteshwara Temple, Annigeri	Chalukya architecture, historical significance	90	Annigeri