Sringeri is a historic temple town in the Malnad hills of Chikkamagaluru district, set on the banks of the Tunga River. It is best known as the seat of the Sringeri Sharada Peetham, the first of the four mathas established by Adi Shankaracharya, making it one of the most significant centers of Advaita philosophy in India. The town’s Vidyashankara and Sharadamba temples, some dating back to the 14th century, draw both pilgrims and history enthusiasts, while the surrounding hills add scenic waterfalls and trails to the visit. Explore the articles below for Sringeri’s temples, mathas, and sightseeing.
Sringeri Sharada Peetham was established by Sri Adi Shankaracharya. It is set against the backdrop of the beautiful Malnad hills, on the banks of the Tunga River. This place is named after the great Rishi Rishyashringa.
Sringeri is a famous temple town near Chikkamagaluru. Know more about temples, mathas, waterfalls, and sightseeing in and around Sringeri.
The Sharadamba temple in Sringeri was established by Sri Shankaracharya when he established the Sharada Peetham Matha here.
The Vidyashankara temple in Sringeri near the Sharada Peetham is one of the highlights of this place. Sringeri is the site of one of the original Advaitha mathas established by Adi Shankara himself.
