Places to visit near Murudeshwar
Murudeshwar is a small town in Karnataka and lies on the coast of Arabian Sea. This place is famous for the Shiva Temple having world's second largest Shiva's Statue.
A 20 storied monumental tower, known as Gopuram, is built on top of the temple.The tower is installed with a lift inside which gives a breath taking aerial view of the Shiva statue.
This post is to enlighten the things to do apart from visiting temple and beach ( which most of you people have done )
Lets cover all the places within 30 KM from Murudeshwar:
1. Bhatkal Light House:
A must visit place in Bhatkal. One will love the view from the hilltop. Down there you see a river meeting the sea, kodachadri hills on other side, beautiful beach and endless waves in front. Amazing!!! There is also a temple next to light house. This place is around 4 KM from Bhatkal Circle and around 16 KM from Murudeshwar.
2. Kadavinakatta Dam :
Kadavinakatta Dam is constructed across the river Venkatapur. This is a wonderful destination to visit throughout the year. The rainy season fills up the dam and provides a mesmerizing view to the tourists. There is a temple dedicated to Goddess Durga next to the dam. This place is located 2 KM from Bhatkal circle.
3. Idagunji Maha Ganapathi Temple:
Idagunji is famous for its Ganapathi Temple. It is an ancient temple, with a history dating back 1500 years. Idagunji is 19 KM away from Murudeshwar.
4. Apsarakonda Waterfalls :
Apsarakonda is one of the scenic tourist places near Murudeshwar. The water cascades down from a height of 10 meters into a pond below. Just few mins walk from the falls is a magnificent hill which has a viewpoint. The hill and beach offer a beautiful view of sunset. Apsarkonda is 20 KM away from Murudeshwar.
You can also pay a visit to Eco Beach Park, Kasarkod. Its near to Apsarkonda.
5. Basavaraj Durga Island:
Basavaraja Durga Island is an island in the Arabian Sea. Basavaraja Durga Island is situated about 3 kms from Honnavar and around 30KM from Murudeshwara. Basavaraja Durga Island is famous for its historical Island fort, built during the regime of Shivappa Nayaka, king of Keladi dynasty. The top of the island is a plateau covered with dry grass and trees. The island has number of fresh water wells. There is a temple constructed between the 16th and 17th century.
6. Netrani Island:
This place located 18 KM from Murudeshwar beach. This island attracts tourists due to scuba-diving. Netrani is one of the best place to explore life under water. There are many agencies run scuba diving, snorkeling and fishing. Water is crystal clear and you can even see fishes from the boat.
I hope this will help all the reader to enjoy their trip to Murudeshwar and explore around Murudeshwar.
A 20 storied monumental tower, known as Gopuram, is built on top of the temple.The tower is installed with a lift inside which gives a breath taking aerial view of the Shiva statue.
Lets cover all the places within 30 KM from Murudeshwar:
1. Bhatkal Light House:
2. Kadavinakatta Dam :
Kadavinakatta Dam is constructed across the river Venkatapur. This is a wonderful destination to visit throughout the year. The rainy season fills up the dam and provides a mesmerizing view to the tourists. There is a temple dedicated to Goddess Durga next to the dam. This place is located 2 KM from Bhatkal circle.
3. Idagunji Maha Ganapathi Temple:
Idagunji is famous for its Ganapathi Temple. It is an ancient temple, with a history dating back 1500 years. Idagunji is 19 KM away from Murudeshwar.
4. Apsarakonda Waterfalls :
Apsarakonda is one of the scenic tourist places near Murudeshwar. The water cascades down from a height of 10 meters into a pond below. Just few mins walk from the falls is a magnificent hill which has a viewpoint. The hill and beach offer a beautiful view of sunset. Apsarkonda is 20 KM away from Murudeshwar.
You can also pay a visit to Eco Beach Park, Kasarkod. Its near to Apsarkonda.
5. Basavaraj Durga Island:
Basavaraja Durga Island is an island in the Arabian Sea. Basavaraja Durga Island is situated about 3 kms from Honnavar and around 30KM from Murudeshwara. Basavaraja Durga Island is famous for its historical Island fort, built during the regime of Shivappa Nayaka, king of Keladi dynasty. The top of the island is a plateau covered with dry grass and trees. The island has number of fresh water wells. There is a temple constructed between the 16th and 17th century.
6. Netrani Island:
This place located 18 KM from Murudeshwar beach. This island attracts tourists due to scuba-diving. Netrani is one of the best place to explore life under water. There are many agencies run scuba diving, snorkeling and fishing. Water is crystal clear and you can even see fishes from the boat.
I hope this will help all the reader to enjoy their trip to Murudeshwar and explore around Murudeshwar.
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