Zeenath Baksh Masjid is a landmark destination in Mangalore. Know more about Zeenath Baksh Masjid, its history, and architecture.
Mangalore
Officially addressed as Mangaluru, Mangalore is the largest city of the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka. Being an industrial and commercial hub, this coastal city has a bustling and hectic ambience. Around 75% of India’s cashew and coffee exports happen through the Mangalore port. Situated right on the estuaries of Netravathi and Gurupur Rivers, Mangalore is known among die hard travelers for its Arabian Sea views and seafoods.
Its comparatively pristine beaches, array of coconut trees and churches offer an exotic feel to travelers. Mangalorean cuisine is favored by many for its tasty and rich curries made using coconuts. Some of the specialty dishes of this cuisine are Mangalorean Chicken Sukka and Chicken Ghee Roast. Aati Festival is one of the most crucial revelries celebrated in Mangalore with folk dancing that attracts tourists. Pilivesha, a folk dance or tiger dance is native to Mangalore, performed during Dasara. Read more about Mangalore.
A Trip to the Temple Town of Dharmasthala
Dharmastala is a temple town in Karnataka. Dharmastala also has many shopping and sightseeing places in and around. Know about Dharmastala.
Dharmasthala Temple – Of History and Art
Dharmasthala Manjunatha Temple or Dharmasthala Temple is a landmark destination in Dharmasthala. Know more about Dharmasthala Manjunatha Temple
Sri Kukke Subramanya Shrine – The Divine Abode of the Lord of Snakes
Sri Kukke Subramanya shrine is dedicated to Lord Subramanya. Know more about Subramanya temple and its legend and architecture.
Sasihithlu Beach – Of Surfing Competitions and Splendid Sea
Sasihithlu Beach near Mangalore is hosting Karnataka Surfing Festival. Know more about Sasihithlu Beach and the festival.
Aati Kalenja Festival – A Disappearing Tradition of Tulu Nadu
Aati Kalenja is a folk festival celebrated by the Nalke tribe in Mangalore. Know more about the Aati Kalenja Festival and its significance
Puttur Mahalingeshwara Temple
The Puttur Mahalingeshwara Temple is constructed in the 12th century A.D. One of the main festivals in the Puttur Mahalingeshwara Temple is Rathotsava.
Kadri Manjunatheshwara Temple: A Must-visit for the Devotes of Lord Shiva
Kadri Manjunatheshwara Temple is located in Mangalore. It is the spectacular temple of Lord Manjunatha or Lord Shiva on the Kadri hills. The temple is a complete depiction of early Vijayanagara architecture dating back to 10th and 11th century AD. The location of the temple is overwhelming with the presence of the deity of the […]
Sri Mangaladevi Temple, Mangalore
Sri Mangaladevi Temple in Mangalore has great significance. It is believed that the city got its name from Mangaladevi. Know about Mangaladevi Temple
St. Aloysius Chapel – Beauty and Divinity in One
Who says that we must visit the Sistine Chapel in Rome to see a church’s beauty and splendour? Or, feel the peace and divinity emanating from its walls? Now, we have our very own Sistine Chapel in Mangalore (Mangaluru), the St. Aloysius Chapel. Located right in the middle of the city in all its glory, […]