Udupi

Udupi


Udupi is a city and the headquarters of the Udupi District in the Indian state of Karnataka. Udupi is famous for the Krishna temple located here. It also lends its name to the Udupi cuisine which is famous across the world. Temples of Udupi District in the Karnataka state are popular for the temple festivals and rituals. The Udupi district was created in August 1997. The three northern taluks, Udupi, Kundapur and Karkala, were separated from Dakshina Kannada District to form Udupi district. Udupi is a famous pilgrimage, particularly for Asta Math, i.e. eight Matts and Sri Krishna Temple. Udupi is also one of oldest religious educational centers.

Udupi is a popular tourist attraction. The city is nestled between the mountains of the Western Ghats on the East and the Arabian Sea on the West. Udupi is an important and significant pilgrimage site. The Krishna temple is one of the most popular attractions of Udupi and every year thousands of tourists and pilgrims visit the temple. The city is also known as Lord Parasurama Kshetra and pilgrims from all parts of the country come here to have a glimpse of the Kanakana Kindi or Kanaka's Window.



Udupi is a coastal town with carefully carved temples, architecturally splendid buildings, laidback beaches and unexplored forests. Surrounded by the Arabian Sea on one side and the Western ghats on the other, this pilgrim center is the most important city in Karnataka after Bangalore and Mangalore. Featuring beautifully styled temples showcasing different types of architecture along with natural beauty in the form of forests, hillocks and unending beaches, this is a tourist hotspot.



Best Time To Visit


The best time to visit the months of October and March.

How To Reach


By Air

Mangalore airport is one of the nearest airports to the city which is about 59 km away.

By Train

This city is well connected with rail network which make your journey comfortable and easy. Konkan Railway network is the main railway which connects the city with many other cities and states.

Shopping


Ratha Beedi is a popular market near the Krishna Market where one can shop for local spices, vessels, earthenware and handicrafts. One may also go to the City Centre Mall here. While in Udupi, get your hands on the Kanjiwaram Silk Saris and local style jewellery that the town is known for.



Popular Hotels



Sai Vishram Beach Resort

Sai Vishram Beach Resort

Dombe Village, Paduvari, Byndoor , Udupi

Hotel Madhuvan Serai

Hotel Madhuvan Serai

Near Tiger Circle, Syndicate Bank Head Office Road, Manipal, Udupi

Hotel Sri Krishna Residency

Hotel Sri Krishna Residency

Near Sri Krishna Temple, Badagupete Road, Udupi

Shambhavi Hotel

Shambhavi Hotel

Near K.S.R.T.C. Bus Stand , Udupi

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