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Murdeshwar Temple, Karnataka

4.7
#36 of 547 in Historic Sites in Karnataka
Religious Site Tourist Spot Must See
Home to one of the tallest statues of Shiva in the world, Murdeshwar Temple is sited on a hill rising over the Arabian Sea. Pass the two lifelike elephant statues that guard the entrance and climb the long flight of stairs to reach the idol. The bottom of the hill houses the holiest part of the complex--the Rameshwar lingam, which is said to be a piece of the original Atma-Linga. Add Murdeshwar Temple to your Murdeshwar travel itinerary, and discover new vacation ideas by using our Murdeshwar trip itinerary planning tool.
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  • By Mohit B
    must visit if your budget is less because there people is very careful and price of living food and people are very nice.must visited...very beautiful very peaceful  more »
  • By digpal
    It is a must visit place with a huge idol of Lord Shiva which is said to be the second tallest. It is about a three hour drive from Manglore airport. There is a restaurant close to the temple. The...  more »
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