About Sri Anantheshwara Temple
Being called as “Manjula Kshetram” and “the temple of 18 towns”, Sri Anantheshwara temple has rich historical background. The temple dating back to thousand years has intricately carved out wooden and stone Altar. The land where the temple was built was acquired by Parashurama from sea. He incarnated Ramabhoja, his devotee as a ruler to this land. Ramabhoja, on killing a snake accidentally, made a snake cut out silver peetham and installed hi Guru Parashurama in the form of Shivling on the Peetham and get relieved from Sarpa Dosha. The Shiv ling is termed as Sri Anantheshwara. The custom of visiting this temple before visiting Udupi Krishna Mutt still allowed by devotees. It is after worshipping Sri Anantheshwara continuously for 12 years, parents of Sri Madhwacharya was bestowed with a child. Also, Sri Madhwacharya disappeared while presenting a philosophical discourse in this temple. This spot of the temple from where Acharya disappeared from human sight is worshipped as a sacred spot.
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Places to Visit near Sri Anantheshwara Temple
Venoor, Karnataka
17.6 km from Sri Anantheshwara Temple - See map
Venur: Venur is a small town with its roots attached to the Jain religion. Famous for its 38 feet high statue of Bhagwan Bahubali, it is part...
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Dharmasthala, Karnataka
32 km from Sri Anantheshwara Temple - See map
In Dakshina Kannada District, on the banks of Nethravathi river stands the Dharmasthala. Dharmasthala is a major pilgrimage center which is...
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Moodabidri, Karnataka
37 km from Sri Anantheshwara Temple - See map
Moodabidri or Moodabidiri is a unique town with a unique characteristic of 18 lakes, 18 temples, 18 Jaina Basadis and 18 roads connecting various...
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Bandaje Falls, Karnataka
37.7 km from Sri Anantheshwara Temple - See map
Bandaje Falls or Bandaje Arbi (Arbi = Falls in Tulu) is a hot trekking spot in the Western Ghats. Falling from a height of 200 feet, the falls are...
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Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka
*43 km from Sri Anantheshwara Temple - See map
Located in Chikmagalur and Shimoga districts of Karnataka, Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary is renowned for housing substantial tiger population....
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Kadri Manjunath Temple, Karnataka
49.1 km from Sri Anantheshwara Temple - See map
A natural spring feeds water into nine different tanks. Devotees can wash themselves in these tanks before entering the temple. Built in 1068, the...
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Milagres Church, Karnataka
49.3 km from Sri Anantheshwara Temple - See map
The Milagres Church is also known as the Church of our Lady of Miracles. It was built in the seventeenth century by Bishop Thomas de Castro. The...
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St. Aloysius Chapel, Karnataka
50 km from Sri Anantheshwara Temple - See map
The St. Aloysius Chapel was built by Italian Antonio Moscheni in the late nineteenth century. The beautiful gold and red interior walls are...
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Sultan Battery, Mangalore, Karnataka
53.5 km from Sri Anantheshwara Temple - See map
The sultan battery was made in 1784 by Tipu Sultan. Although small, the battery still carries the appearance of a fortress. There are arrangements...
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Karkala, Karnataka
53.8 km from Sri Anantheshwara Temple - See map
Karkala is a relaxed town famous for its Jain Basadis and the gigantic monolithic statue of Bhabali. Famous amongst Jain pilgrims as there are 14...
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Kateel, Karnataka
56.5 km from Sri Anantheshwara Temple - See map
Kateel is considered one of the holiest towns as per the Hindus. Famous due to the holy temple of Goddess Durga Parameshwari, this temple attracts...
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Tannirbhavi Beach, Karnataka
58.7 km from Sri Anantheshwara Temple - See map
Tannirbhavi beach is a beach in Mangalore, Karnataka. It is a very secluded, tranquil and beautiful beach. It is a perfect place if you are...
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