Murdeshwar

Murdeshwar is located in the district of Uttara Kannada which is in the state of Karnataka in India. Lying on the coast of the Arabian sea this town has the second tallest Shiva statue in the world. The Hindu god Shiva is also called Murdeshwar and that’s how this town got its name. The Murdeshwar temple is another famous attraction of this place. A fine example of the architecture of the Kings of Vijayanagar, the temple attracts tourists from all over the world.
Murudeshwara shiva statueI. mage source RNM

Surrounded by the Arabian Sea on three sides, the Murdeshwar Temple is built on the hill of Kanduka. The temple has a 20 storied gopura called the Raja Gopura. A lift has been installed within the temple by the authorities so that it’s easier for the tourists and pilgrims to reach the Raja gopura to get an excellent view of the massive Shiva idol. The Soleshwar temple built in the 10^th century by the Chola kings is another popular tourist destination.   Besides being a town of religious importance, Murdeshwar is also famous for its beaches. One of the most beautiful beaches in this place is Bhatkal with many temples that have historical significance surrounding this place. The months of October to March are the best time to visit this place. Read more about Murudeshwara here.