Top Places to Visit in Mangalore

[Hruday Chand]

Sitting at the estuaries of the picturesque Netravathi and Gurupur Rivers on the Arabian Sea coast, Mangalore is a beautiful and largest city in Malnad region of Karnataka. With its rolling hills, swaying coconut trees, gable-roofed houses, stunning beaches, historical temples and churches, Mangalore is a wonderful tourist destination in Karnataka. Despite the growing commercialization, this coastal city provides a quick and soothing getaway from the city hustle bustle. Being a coastal city, Mangalore is an ideal destination for beach lovers and are the must visit places in Mangalore Tour Packages.

Here is the list of top places to visit in Mangalore.

Ullal Beach

Situated to the south of the Netravathi River on the shores of Arabian Sea, Ullal Beach is one of the dazzling and the most gorgeous beaches in Mangalore. Known for its clean sea shore and tranquil beauty, it is one of the best places to visit in Mangalore and also the most serene beach in Karnataka. This silver sands beach also offers breathtaking views of the sunset, especially when viewed through the casuarina groves. Sunbathing and swimming are the two common activities on the beach. There are several water sports available at the Ullal Beach.

Mangaladevi Temple

Situated in Bolara, Mangaladevi Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Managaladevi. Mangalore was previously known as Mangalapur due to Goddess Mangala Devi. Built in the memory of Princess of Malabar Mangale in 9th century, it is one of the most popular places to visit in Mangalore. Navaratri is the time for special pujas performed on all nine days. On the seventh day, Goddess Mangaladevi is worshipped as Chandika Marikamaba, on the eighth day the goddess is worshipped as Maha Saraswathi. On the ninth day which is also known as Mahanavmi the goddess is worshipped as Vagdevi, goddess for speech, Aayuda puja is performed.

Kudroli Temple

Also known Gokarnanatheshwara Temple, Kudroli Temple is a famous temple in Mangalore dedicated to Gokarnanatheshwara, another form of Lord Shiva. It was consecrated by Narayana Guru, the famous social reformer from Kerala. Built in 1912 by Adhyaksha Hoige Koragappa, it is one of the top places to visit in Mangalore city. The lingam in the sanctum of the temple is carved out of marble which was brought by Narayana Guru from Gokarna where he found it under water. The other deities worshipped here are Goddess Annapoorneshwari, Lord Bhairava and Lord Ganesha, son of Shiva and Parvati.

Panambur Beach

Panambur Beach is a stunning and popular beach in Mangalore. With mesmerizing views of the sunset and its close proximity to the city, Panambur Beach is one of the top places of sightseeing in Mangalore which attracts a large number of tourists. The beach offers mesmerizing views of the sunset. The beach is safe for swimming and Camel ride is an added attraction at this beach. Also, the beach is popular for International Kite Festival conducted during the last week of April.

Tannirbhavi Beach

Taanirbhavi Beach is one of the tranquil beaches in Mangalore along the Malabar Coast of Karnataka. Situated towards the southern end of Mangalore Port, the beach is the property of Mangalore port trust. With its silvery soft sands and the gusty winds from the Arabian Sea makes it one of the popular and beautiful beaches in Mangalore. Also, the beach offers spectacular sunset views and is a great spot for swimming.

St. Aloysius Chapel

St. Aloysius Chapel is a catholic church and one of the most popular Places to visit in Mangalore. Known for its architectural wonder with a beautiful ceiling, fresco and oil paintings of the artist Antony Moshaini of Italy, the chapel is considered as a world-class tourist destination that attracts huge visitors from all over the world. The central row of paintings on the ceiling depicts the life of St. Aloysius Gonzaga to whom the chapel is dedicated.