Temples
Sri Manjunatha Swamy Temple
Pilgrim Centre
The principal shrine of Dharmasthala, known for daily annadana and an equal welcome to all.
Dharmasthala Guide
Places to see and services to use, in the order most visitors need them.
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Places to visit
Temples
Chandranatha Swamy Basadi
Jain Heritage
A Jain basadi in Dharmasthala, reflecting the town’s shared Hindu–Jain heritage.
Museums
Manjusha Museum
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Antiques, bronzes, stone sculpture and manuscripts from the region.
Museums
Vintage Car Museum
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A collection of vintage and classic cars kept by the Kshetra.
Hill & Monuments
Bahubali Statue, Ratnagiri Hill
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A monolithic Bahubali statue on a hilltop with views over the town and forest. Climb the steps or take the vehicle road.
Annadana
Annapoorna Dining Hall
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A large dining hall serving free meals to pilgrims every day as annadana.
Ghats
Nethravathi Bathing Ghat
Open NowTake Care in Monsoon
Riverside steps where pilgrims bathe before darshan. Follow signage and staff instructions.
Visitor services
Guest Houses
Kshetra Guest Houses
Open NowAdvance Booking
Pilgrim accommodation run by the Kshetra. Rooms are allotted at the reception counter; book ahead on festival days.
Parking
Visitor Parking
Open NowCars & Buses
Designated parking for cars, buses and two-wheelers near the temple approach. Follow marshal directions.
Bus Stand
KSRTC Bus Stand, Dharmasthala
Open NowKSRTC
State bus services connect Dharmasthala with Mangaluru, Bengaluru and nearby towns including Ujire.
Tonsuring
Shri Mudi (Tonsuring) Seva
Vow Offering
Tonsuring as a vow offering. Collect a token and follow the queue at the designated hall.
Help Desk
Pilgrim Information Desk
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Help with directions, lost and found, seva tickets and accommodation queries.
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Before you travel
- Dress modestly for temple darshan; footwear is left outside.
- Weekends, Mondays and festival days are busiest. Arrive early.
- Book guest-house rooms ahead during Laksha Deepotsava and holidays.
Timings change on festival days. Confirm at the counter.