Kadri Manjunatha Temple is one of the important places to visit in Mangalore. This temple is a complete historic and traditional temple. Kadri Manjunatha Temple among the many interesting places in Mangalore is a must-watch if you are planning for a trip to there indeed.

Besides that there are many Mangalore tour package and they almost cover all the parts of the city including this one. Depending on the duration the price will vary. The most comfortable duration will be 3 days and 2 nights. One of the most holy places to visit in Mangalore.

There are Statues of Machendranath, Manjushri, Buddha, Gorakanath Shringinath and Lokeshwara in this temple.

Kadri Manjunatha Temple History:

The Temple is said to be built during the 10th or 11th century. But only in the 14th century, the complete stone structure was built. The bronze (panchlauha) statue of Lokeshwara (also known as Brahma) is about 5 feet high of the temple. Also has considered as the oldest south Indian temple.

According to mythological sayings, Lord Parashurama was living in Shayadri. He killed the kshatriyas who had donated their land to Kashyap. He then requested to Lord Shiva for a shelter. Lord shiva convinced Parashurama that he needs to perform penance at Kadali kshetra.
 
Parushurama did exactly what he was said to. He threw the axe into the sea. Therefore they created a place for his penance. After that Parshurama saw Lord Shiva as Manjunath and goddess Parvathi was accompanying him. Both Hinduism and Buddhism are influencing the temple. The chief deity is of Lord Manjunath(Lord Shiva).

Kadri Manjunatha Temple timings:

5:30 AM to 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM 8:00 PM