Sri Krishna Matha , Udupi
About Sri Krishna Matha
Sri Krishna Matha was established by Vaishnavite saint, Sri Madhwacharya in 13th century. According to Hindu Mythology, Sri Madhwacharya saved the people on a ship in Malpe Beach. They in turn gifted the saint statues of Lord Balrama and Lord Krishna. He built a temple for lord Krishna in Udupi. Also, few people believe that the saint found the idol of Sri Krishna in a large Gopichand Ball. After his period, Saint Madhwacharya handed over the charges of temple to his eight disciples. These disciples framed Ashta (Eight) Mathas (Pejavara, Puttige, Palimaru, Adamaru, Sodhe, Kaniyooru, Shirur and Krishnapura) and took care of the Krishna Mutt. Each head of these Mathas manages the Krishna Mutt for every two years on rotation basis.
The temple has a window called Navagraha Kitiki. There are nine holes on this silver plated window. Devotees are allowed to worship Lord Krishna only though this hole. There is a religious story behind this kind of worship. In ancient times, a devotee named Kannakadasa was denied entry to the Krishna Mutt. However, being a pious devotee, Kannakadasainvolved in very intense prayer for Lord Krishna. On seeing this, Idol of Lord Krishna turned towards the direction from where the devotee is praying. The wall between Kannakadasa and Krishna Statue broken into pieces. Through this hole on wall, Kannakadasa worshipped Lord Krishna in his heavenly form. Because of this religious myth, even now the devotees are worshipping through a window which is built over the hole created in ancient times.
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Places to Visit near Sri Krishna Matha
Malpe Beach, Karnataka
6.2 km from Sri Krishna Matha - See map
Malpe is a tiny suburb on the outskirts of Udupi city. It is one of the natural harbors. It is serves as a fishing harbor too. This place is...
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Daria Bahadurgad Fort, Karnataka
6.8 km from Sri Krishna Matha - See map
Daria Bahadurgad is among the four Islands near Malpe Beach. It is located nearly 2 km from Malpe Beach. The island is stretched about 1.6 sq.km....
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St. Mary’s Island, Karnataka
11.7 km from Sri Krishna Matha - See map
St. Mary’s Islands are a group of four small islands in Arabian Sea off the coast of famous tourists and religious spot Udupi,...
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Sri Pajaka Kshetra, Karnataka
13 km from Sri Krishna Matha - See map
Sri Pajaka Kshetra, a little village, is a sacred place where Sri Madhwacharya was born and bought up. Pajaka village is located closer to...
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Kaup Beach, Karnataka
15.6 km from Sri Krishna Matha - See map
Kaup is a coastal village nearby Kaup Beach. Kaup comprises of four tiny villages namely Padu, Uliyargoli, Mallar and Majur. This beach is...
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Karkala, Karnataka
36.8 km from Sri Krishna Matha - 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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Kundapura, Karnataka
38.4 km from Sri Krishna Matha - See map
On the scenic Konkan coast surrounded on three sides by river is the perfect getaway town of Kundapura. It is a town of temples and beaches....
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Surathkal Beach, Karnataka
42.7 km from Sri Krishna Matha - See map
Palm trees sway and green and blue boats rest on the sand at Surathkal Beach. In the day, water laps over the occasional rocks along the sandy...
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Kateel, Karnataka
44.2 km from Sri Krishna Matha - 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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Kateel Shree Durgaparameshwari Temple, Karnataka
44.7 km from Sri Krishna Matha - See map
Located in the little village of Kateel, this temple is dedicated to the Goddess Durga. Hindus and non-hindus alike can come here, as the view...
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Panambur Beach, Karnataka
47.4 km from Sri Krishna Matha - See map
Panambur Beach is a beach that has all kinds of activities available along its waterfront. Come here if you want to dolphin watch, surf, and ride...
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Maravanthe Beach, Karnataka
51 km from Sri Krishna Matha - See map
Maravanthe is a coastal city and attracts many due to its serene surroundings and white beaches. One can enjoy the culmination of River...
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