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Experience the stunning natural beauty and rich cultural legacy of coastal Karnataka in the full day private tour of Mangalore. Explore historic temples like Kadri Manjunatha and Mangaladevi Temple, stroll along immaculate beaches, go to the Sistine Chapel of Mangalore at Aloysius, and savor a taste of the lively local way of life with dishes like the Mangalore Bun!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Guide will meet you at the lobby of the hotel
Itinerary
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Sri Narayana Guru, a distinguished social reformer, established this temple as a sanctuary for worship accessible to all, with particular emphasis on the Billava community, who encountered societal limitations. The temple exemplifies a harmonious fusion of traditional Dravidian architectural elements, distinguished by its unique characteristics. The imposing "gopurams" are elaborately carved and resplendently hued, illustrating divine figures and mythological narratives.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Visit a stunning church that is a replica of Rome's Sistine Chapel. Antonio Moscheni, a Jesuit artist, created the frescoes here. The Chapel is a fitting example of the region's multireligious community.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Lord Manjunatha, a manifestation of Lord Shiva, is worshipped in the Kadri Manjunatheswarar Temple. One of the earliest Shiva temples in the area, it was constructed in the tenth century and features Vijayanagara architecture. The idol is seated in an unusual yoga pose. The elevated position of the temple complex, where numerous water ponds and a natural spring known as Gomukha can be seen, is one of its distinctive features. In addition to being a house of worship, the temple serves as a center of culture where many holidays and customs are enthusiastically observed.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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This area's traditional crafts are being preserved and promoted by this Artisan's village. Generation after generation has been using these age-old methods. Using age-old techniques, we will see live demonstrations of a variety of crafts, such as oil extraction, handloom weaving, blacksmithing, and ceramics. Note- This is closed on Mondays.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The city of Mangalore is named after the goddess Mangaladevi, who is the temple's presiding deity. During different festivals, the upper level of the temple's exquisitely built two-story gopura is used as a drum-beating hall. The temple was constructed using laterite and features a stunning conical roof composed of terracotta tiles that are held up from the inside by a wooden framework.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The beach provides sweeping views of the Arabian Sea's coastline. Dense palm trees, towering, lush casuarinas, and stretches of coconut trees encircle the picturesque beach. Historical ties to the region include the abandoned fort of Abbakka Devi, a former queen who opposed Portuguese colonization. After the excitement of the day, Ullal Beach is a wonderful place to unwind
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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