Murudeshwar Temple
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“Gokarna, Murudeshwar and Udupi Tour Package.”
Udupi(1N) → Murudeshwar(1N) → Gokarna(2N)
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Discover the Beauty of Coastal Karnataka 4 Nights 5 Days Tour Package
Mangalore(1N) → Udupi(3N)
Coastal Karnataka Escape – Mangalore, Udupi & Gokarna Tour
Udupi(1N) → Gokarna(2N) → Murudeshwar(1N)
Label : Top Attraction
Tags : Temple
Timings : 3:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Time Required : 2-3 hrs
Dress Code : Men: Only Dhotis, no tshirt, jeans, pants
Women: only Saree and Churidar with dupatta
Murudeshwar Temple, Murudeshwar Overview
Murudeshwar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, whose name Murdeshwar is another name for the deity. The temple is known for its towering statue of Shiva, among the tallest in the world, set on the coast of the Arabian Sea.
The entire surface of this temple is covered in the most intricate and detailed carvings that you will ever see. The compound of the temple has been modernized except the sanctum sanctorum, which retains its original form. The main deity of the temple is the Sri Mridesa Linga, which is believed to be a part of the original Atma Linga.
The Shiva statue here is quite an impressive one and will surely leave you with a humble sense of tranquillity. This magnificent statue is a perfect tribute to a God who is held in high reverence in lands far and wide.
