Hiriangadi is another renowned attraction that is situated in proximity of Karkala. The place is popular among travellers for its Neminath Basadi complex that lies in midst of Sahyadri mountain ranges. Tourists visiting Hiriangadi can also explore Stone Age structures, tombs of Jain priests, Kanthavara Temple and Gowri Temple that are located in the vicinity. This place is perfect...

Alampur Papanasi Temples are a group of twenty three Hindu temples dated between 9th- and 11th-century that are in Papanasi village, near Kurnool to the south of Alampur, in Telangana. This cluster of mostly ruined temples are co-located near the meeting point of Tungabhadra River and Krishna River at the border of Andhra Pradesh. They are close to the Alampur Navabrahma Temples of the Shaivism tradition, but completed a few centuries later by the Rashtrakutas and...

This temple is popularly known as ‘Padutirupati’; ‘padu’ meaning ‘west’ in Kannada and ‘tirupati’ as the rites and rituals performed are similar to those of ‘Tirumala’. With a history of over 550 years, this is one of the ancient temples belonging to the Gowda Saraswath Brahmin community. There is a staunch belief that prayers offered with devotion while standing...

Mayiladuthurai or Mayuranathar Temple is a Hindu temple in the town of Mayiladuthurai in the Nagapattinam District of Tamil Nadu in India. Distance (From Chidambaram): 42 Kms Visited From: Chidambaram Trip Duration (Including Travel): 3-4 Hours Transportation Options: Bus / Cab Timings: 5.30 AM - 12 PM and 4 PM - 8.30 PM At a distance of 37 km from Kumbakonam, 37 km from Karaikal and 42 km from Chidambaram, Mayiladuthurai...

Saleshwaram Lingayya Swamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva is tucked inside a cave in Nallamala forest. Located away from the hustle-bustle of the city is what makes this temple popular. There is a waterfall a few meters away from the Shiva Linga where water gushes out from a stone. Stroll through the forest and admire the nature, which, by...

Swami Nellaiappar Temple Swami Nellaiappar Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to the deity Shiva, located in Tirunelveli. Distance (From Tirunelveli Railway Station): 4 Kms Commonly Visited From: Tirunelveli Railway Station Trip Duration (From Tirunelveli Railway Station, Including Travel): 1-2 Hours Place Location: On The Banks Of River Thamiraparani Transportation Options: Cab / Auto Travel Tips: None At a distance of 4 km from Tirunelveli Railway Station, Nellaiappar Temple is a popular...

Sri Sivasailanathar Paramakalyani Temple is a 500 year old Saivaite temple arranged on the banks of River Gadana at Sivasailam in Tamilnadu. Prominently called as Sivasailam Temple, this is one of the celebrated Shiva temples close Tirunelveli. The sanctuary is immense with numerous mandapams and cut columns. Distance (From Tirunelveli): 47 Kms Commonly Visited From: Papanasam (12 km) Trip Duration (From Papanasam , Including...

Karanja Narasimha temple located 6kms from Lower Ahobilam en-route to Ahobila Narasimha Divya Desam (Singavelkundram) is the Karanja Narasimha temple in Upper Ahobilam, west of the Garudathri Mountain and part of the Nava Narasimha temples in Ahobilam. Distance (From Lower Ahobilam Bus Station): 7 Kms Visited From: Upper Ahobilam Temple Trip Duration (Including Travel): 30 Mins Place Location: Between Upper And Lower Ahobilam's Transportation Options: Cab / Auto Timings: 6...

Lalita Ghat is dotted with several Hindu temples. The well-known 'lingam' of Ganga Keshav and shrines of Gangatitya, Kashi Devi, Lalita Devi and Bhagirath Tirtha are affiliated to Lalita Ghat. Also known as Nepali Mandir, the Keshava temple was built by King of Nepal in typical Nepalese architecture. Distance (From Varanasi Junction): 5 Kms Commonly Visited From: Manikarnika Ghat (150 m) ...

Kadalekalu Ganesha is one of the largest statues of Lord Ganesha that exists in the southern part of India. The shrine housing the statue of Kadalekalu Ganesha is situated on the slope of the Hemakuta Hill in Hampi. It is a remarkable monolithic statue and one of the most popular tourist sites in Hampi. Distance (From Hampi Bus Station): 0.25 Kms Visited...