Discover 20 hidden attractions, cool sights, and unusual things to do in Mangalore (India). Don't miss out on these must-see attractions: Gokarnanatheshwara Temple, Srimanthi Bhai Memorial Government Museum, and Milagres Church. Also, be sure to include St. Aloysius Chapel in your itinerary.
Below, you can find the list of the most amazing places you should visit in Mangalore (Karnataka).
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Gokarnanatheshwara Temple
Hindu temple in Mangalore, India. The Gokarnanatheshwara Temple, otherwise known as Kudroli Sri Gokarnanatha Kshetra, is in the Kudroli area of Mangalore in Karnataka, India. It was consecrated by Narayana Guru. It is dedicated to Gokarnanatha, a form of Lord Shiva. This temple was built in 1912 by Adhyaksha HoigeBazar Koragappa.
This temple is now accepted as "Aadi" by the Billava community.
The temple is 2 km from the centre of Mangalore city. The temple has Gopuram (tower like structure) decorated with murals of various gods and goddesses. Murals depict scenes from Hindu epics and legends.[1]
Srimanthi Bhai Memorial Government Museum
Srimanthi Bhai Memorial Government Museum Mangalore, Karnataka, Collection of archaeological and geological artefacts, a unit of Directorate of Archaeology & Museums Karnataka was founded in 4 May 1960 by Sri B.D Jatti, the chief minister of Karnataka Government. The museum is located in Mangalore, the coastal land of Karnataka.[2]
Milagres Church
The Milagres Church is a historic Roman Catholic Church situated in the Hampankatta locality of Mangalore. The church was built in 1680 by Bishop Thomas de Castro, a Theatine from Divar, Goa. The original structure was constructed at the site of the present-day cemetery. It is one of the oldest churches in Dakshina Kannada.[3]
Address: Milagres Noor Masjid Road, 575001 Mangalore
St. Aloysius Chapel
Chapel in Mangalore, India. St. Aloysius Chapel, or the chapel of St. Aloysius College, is a Christian chapel in Mangalore in the state of Karnataka in southwest India. The Chapel is situated in the heart of the city on the Lighthouse Hill.[4]
Address: St Aloysius College Campus, Mangalore
Masjid Zeenath Baksh
The Zeenath Baksh Juma Masjid commonly known as Masjid Zeenath Baksh is the 3rd oldest mosque in India and the oldest in the state of Karnataka constructed during 644 AD. This masjid which is also known as Beliye Palli is located in the Bunder area in the city of Mangalore and is well known for its pure Indian architecture style.
The mosque was established by the kin and kith of sahabah of prophet Muhammad, thus emerging as of exceptional importance to the Muslims in the region.[5]
Panambur Beach
Beach, Outdoor activities, Park, Surf spot
Address: NH-66, Near New Mangalore Port Trust, Mangalore
Kadri Manjunath Temple
Hindu temple in Mangalore, India. Kadri Manjunatha Temple is a historic temple in Mangalore in the state of Karnataka, India.[6]
Netravati Bridge
Bridge in India. Netravati Bridge is on NH 66 in Mangalore, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka built over Netravati River, which connects Mangalore city with its southern suburbs Thokottu, Ullal and Deralakatte. This bridge is also called as Ullal Bridge as this bridge is located in the town called Ullal in Mangalore taluk.
The total length of this bridge is 830 meters.
This bridge is a Karnataka - Kerala national highway NH 66. As part of the national highway it was 2 lane wide. When the roads were widened, the additional bridge was built parallel to old bridge and it was released to public on 20 March 2014. The new bridge has a total of 24 pillars including 18 pillars amidst the water and 6 pillars alongside the river. The height of each pillar is 33.25 feet tall.[7]
Kalikamba Temple
Hindu temple in Mangalore, India. Sri Kalikamba Vinayaka Temple is located in Lower Car Street, Mangalore, India.
The temple is mainly revered by the Vishwakarma Brahmana community.
The temple underwent major renovation the year 2000. The Garbhagrihas of Lord Ganesh and Goddess Kalikamba were rebuilt with granite.[8]
Address: Car Street, Mangalore
Someshwar Beach
Beach in Ullal, India. Someshwar Beach is a beach located in Ullal in the city of Mangalore, India.
The name 'Someshwara beach' is derived because of Lord Somanatha temple standing since several centuries on the sea shore.
The golden sands are used for walking or sunbathing. The presence of hidden rocks and currents along this stretch of the coast make this each unsuitable for swimming. The sea claims a number of lives every year as unwary swimmers are dragged by the current.
Close to this beach there is a hill called 'Ottinene Hill'. On reaching the top of this hill there are views of Netravati River merging and disappearing in Arabian Sea. There is lush vegetation and number of medicinal plants that are naturally grown on this hill.[9]
City Hall
Town Hall of Mangalore, inaugurated on 29 December 1964 is a Town Hall situated in Hampankatta locality of Mangalore, Karnataka which is a prominent platform for all major social, political and cultural events in the city.[10]
Kadri Park
Park in Mangalore, India. Kadri Park is a park located in Kadri Gudde. It is the largest park in Mangalore. This park contains a musical fountain and has hosted the Karavali Utsav. The park is famous for flower shows in Mangalore.[11]
Polali Rajarajeshwari Temple
Polali Rajarajeshwari Temple is a temple located in Polali, Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka. The primary deity of the temple is Shri Rajarajeshwari. The temple was constructed in the 8th century AD by King Suratha and has been developed by many dynasties which ruled over the region. The idol of Sri Rajarajeshwari, another name/form of the divine Goddess Sri Lalita Tripurasundari, is completely moulded from clay with special medicinal properties. The temple portrays Hindu architecture with roofs adorned with wooden carvings of gods and copper plates. Daily and special poojas are conducted in the temple under the auspices of the head priest madhava bhat. Annual festivals are held in the temple with much fanfare. Polali Chendu festival is an important festive event where football is played to represent the fight of good over evil. The Chendu festival is followed by the annual festival in March, which lasts for a month and is attended by people from all over the world.[12]
Address: Polali Town, Mangalore
Mangaladevi Temple
Hindu temple in Mangalore, India. The Mangaladevi Temple is a Hindu temple at Bolara in the city of Mangalore in the Indian state of Karnataka, situated about three km southwest of the city centre. The temple is dedicated to Hindu god Shakti in the form of Mangaladevi. The city of Mangalore is named after the presiding deity, Mangaladevi. The temple is of significant antiquity and is believed to have been built during the 9th century by Kundavarman, the most famous king of the Alupa dynasty during the 9th century, under the patronage of Matsyendranath. As per another legend, the temple is believed to have been built by Parashurama, one of the ten avatars of Hindu god Vishnu and later expanded by Kundavarman.
The temple is built in Kerala style architecture, which is common in all temples in the South Indian state of Kerala and Western Ghats, with most of its structure made of wood. The presiding deity, Mangaladevi in the central shrine is in a seated posture. There are shrines around the sanctum for other deities.
In modern times, the temple is maintained and administered by trustees. The temple is open daily from 6 a.m. to 1 pm and 4 pm to 8:30 pm.[13]
St. Francis Xavier Church
Church in Mangalore, India. St. Francis Xavier Church, commonly referred to as Bejai Church, is a historic Roman Catholic Church situated in the Bejai locality of Mangalore. The church was built in 1869 on a plot of land measuring 5.37 acres at Bejai, which was obtained from the British government on 21 November 1869. The original structure was a chapel from which Sunday masses were offered.[14]
Our Lady of Rosary Cathedral
Cathedral in Mangalore, India. Church of Our Lady of Rosary of Mangalore, or Rosario Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Mangalore, dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary. It was the first Roman Catholic church in the Canara region. Historically, this was the only parish church in Mangalore reserved for the high-caste Mangalorean Catholics. It is the oldest church in Karnataka.[15]
St. Paul's Church
Church in Mangalore, India. St. Paul's Church is an Anglican church in Mangalore, India.
St. Paul's Church is located at the south-west corner of the Nehru Maidan (formerly the Central Maidan) in Mangalore. It was the first Protestant church to be raised in the South Kanara region. St. Paul's was originally a garrison church, raised by the British India army of the Madras Government, built using prison labour. St. Paul's is an imposing structure amidst the chaos of the fish market, service bus stand, and the State Bank of India.[16]
Tagore Park
Tagore Park is a recreation park situated in Mangalore in the state of Karnataka in India. It contains a lighthouse, with a height of 33 feet built in the year 1900. The lighthouse carries an acetylene light. It is located adjacent to Light house hill road, one of the busiest roads in the city.[17]
Arise Awake Park
Park in Mangalore, India. Arise Awake Park is a recreation park in Mangalore city of Karnataka state in India. It comprises a water fountain with LED, garden and lawn. It also contains a 220-foot-long acupressure track created using round pebbles. This park which was earlier known as Lions Park was renovated by the Ramakrishna Mission to mark the completion of 20 weeks of cleanliness drive in Mangalore.It is situated at Karangalpady locality of Mangalore.[18]
Aloyseum
Museum. Aloyseum is a museum on the St Aloysius College campus in Mangalore city of Karnataka in India. It was established in the year 1913.[19]