The magnificent Mangaladevi temple positioned around 3 kilometers from the Mangalore railway station.
The word Mangalore is derived by worshipping of the deity Goddess Mangaladevi. The temple was built on Malabar Mangale princess's reminiscence, during the 9th century. MANGALORE TOUR PACKAGE includes this place as one of the finest visits.
The rich heritage and the significant history of the Mangaladevi temple are appreciated time to time. The ritual of the unmarried girls worshipping the god by performing a special puja will surely have a suitable groom of their choice. This deep wish is fulfilled, and the dedicated devotees visit the temple on every occasion.
Mangaladevi, goddess of Shakti worshipped in the sanctum sanctorum house, where the idol is placed along with the other deities. The structure of the temple is huge using large stones which are intricate using inscriptions. It has the most amazing view of the Western Ghats.
Parashuram designed the legendary idols of the temple. You’ll observe ten grand avatars of the Lord Vishnu. These were later renovated by the King Kindavarman.
The famous festival of Navarathri, a celebration of nine days or Mahanavami, found among the large number of devotees. Devotees found to take part in the Rasthothsava.
Mangaladevi temple timings
The timings to visit the Mangaladevi temple are around 6 am to 1 pm- 4 pm to 8:30 pm.
The temple remains open to the public visit, during the time of Chithra Pouranami celebration. It happens in the month of April and May. The priests in the temple offer special puja during the full moon nights.
Among the entire places to visit in Mangalore Mangaladevi temple must be explored if you are planning a trip here.