Places To Visit In Murudeshwar

"Beach town with India’s second tallest Shiva statue"

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8 Places To Visit In Murudeshwar

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1. Netrani Island

Netrani Island
Top Attraction 4.2 /5

20 km from city center

Island

Netrani Island is one of the best places in India for Scuba diving. Being a coral island, the area is perfectly suited for snorkeling and scuba diving.

2. Murudeshwar Fort

Murudeshwar Fort
3.2 /5

1 km from city center

Forts & Palaces

Murudeshwar Fort dates back to the era of the Vijayanagara Kings and was later renovated by Tipu Sultan.

3. Murudeshwar Temple

Murudeshwar Temple
Top Attraction 4.2 /5

1 km from city center

Temple

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.

4. Statue Park

Statue Park
3.2 /5

1 km from city center

Garden & Park

Statue Park is a stretch of green lawns around the 15 m tall statue of Shiva, featuring flowering plants, stone sculptures, and small ponds inhabited by ducks. An artificial waterfall cascades over the boulders within the park.

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5. Murudeshwar Beach

Murudeshwar Beach
Top Attraction 4.2 /5

1 km from city center

Beach

Murudeshwar Beach lies between the sea and a river. Water sports aren't available here, but visitors can enjoy swimming and quiet walks along the sand.

6. Bhatkal Beach

Bhatkal Beach
3.2 /5

14 km from city center

Beach

Bhatkal Beach is a prominent stretch along the Arabian Sea, with a clean coastline interspersed with coconut trees that offers striking views of the surroundings.

7. Shopping in Murudeshwar

Shopping in Murudeshwar
3.0 /5

12 km from city center

Murudeshwar's temple road is the main shopping stretch, offering souvenirs such as jewellery, idols, wall hangings, and pictures of Lord Shiva to take home.

8. Jamia Masjid, Murudeshwar

Jamia Masjid, Murudeshwar
3.2 /5

14 km from city center

Mosque

Jamia Masjid, located in Bhatkal, is one of the oldest mosques in the area, a sprawling three-storeyed structure with a basement. It features Persian inscriptions that reflect its long history.

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Can you suggest an itinerary for Murudeshwar?

Day 1 - Reach Murudeshwar, preferably by noon and take some rest. In the evening, you can go to the main Murudeshwar Temple, for both blessings and shopping.  
Day 2 - The 2nd day should be the ideal time for starting your trip through Murudeshwar. You can visit the Netrani Island.
Day 3 - This day can be reserved for the Murudeshwar Fort, which houses some of the choicest moments of Kannada history. Then, you can proceed towards the Murudeshwar beach, which is also the site of the famous statue of Lord Shiva. Although not much water sports are available, you can go swimming or for a nice walk along the beach.

How can I commute within Murudeshwar?

Taxis as well as autorickshaws can be used to get around the city. Buses are also available.
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What are the top sightseeing places in Murudeshwar?

The top sightseeing places in Murudeshwar are Netrani Island, Murudeshwar Temple, Murudeshwar Beach, Murudeshwar Fort, Statue Park, Bhatkal Beach.
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