Showing posts with label Sharavo. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Sharavo. Show all posts

Sunday, January 9, 2011

Sharavo Sarabeshwara Maha Ganapathi and Mangala Devi temple, Mangalore- Karnataka

Sharavo  Sharabeshawara Maha Ganapati temple is about 800 years old. The main deity here is Siva, worshipped as Sharabeshwara hence this  sacred place came to be known as Sharavo. On the southern wall of the temple one finds the divine image of Dashabhuja Ganapathy along with Siddi Lakshmi.This temple attracts lot of tourists throughout the year from India and abroad.

Mangala Devi temple is another  popular shrine in Mangalore and this port town  derives its name from this Goddess Mangala Devi.This temple has a special significance for the maidens. For getting their wishes fulfilled of getting a suitable match , maidens observe  Mangala Parvati Vrata here. There is  frequent bus service or auto rickshaws  available for commuting here.
How to reach- Mangalore is well connected by rail, road and air.   
Accommodation- The city has many budget,luxury and deluxe hotels.
For other temples in Mangalore on My Pilgrimage click here

Photos

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                                                        Mangala Devi temple


Maha Ganapathy