Sight seeing in Mangalore

Sight Seeing & Nearby Attractions

Within Mangalore

Sight Seeing in Mangalore

Pilikula Nisargadhama nature park
Nature

Pilikula Nisargadhama

A sprawling ecological complex featuring a nature park, zoo, Manasa Water Park, and Science Centre, just minutes from our homestay.

Kadri Manjunatha Temple ancient architecture
Heritage

Kadri Manjunatha Temple

One of the oldest temples in Mangalore, known for its exquisite bronze statues and serene hilltop setting with panoramic views.

Mangaladevi Temple historic shrine
Heritage

Mangaladevi Temple

The historic temple from which Mangalore derives its name, built in the 14th century and dedicated to the goddess Mangala Devi.

Sultan Battery coastal fort ruins
History

Sultan Battery

A coastal watchtower built by Tipu Sultan at the estuary of the Gurupura River, offering stunning sunset views over the Arabian Sea.

St. Aloysius Chapel Gothic architecture and paintings
Architecture

St. Aloysius Chapel

A masterpiece of Gothic architecture adorned with stunning wall paintings by Italian Jesuit artist Antonio Moscheni, often called the Sistine Chapel of the East.

Tannirbhavi Beach scenic golden sand and waves
Beach

Tannirbhavi Beach

A pristine, uncrowded beach perfect for a peaceful stroll along the golden sands with stunning views of the Arabian Sea coast.

Day Trips

Nearby Attractions

Udupi Krishna Temple
Pilgrimage 60 km

Udupi

Famous for the Sri Krishna Temple, Udupi is a major pilgrimage centre and the birthplace of the world-renowned Udupi cuisine.

Dharmastala temple town
Pilgrimage 75 km

Dharmastala

A renowned pilgrimage centre featuring the Manjunatha Temple, a 39-foot Bahubali statue, and a unique tradition of multi-faith harmony.

Moodabidri Jain temples with intricate carvings
Heritage 35 km

Moodabidri

Known as the "Jain Kashi," this town is home to 18 magnificent Jain basadis (temples) with extraordinary stone carvings and pillars.

Subramanya temple nestled in Western Ghats
Pilgrimage 105 km

Subramanya

A sacred temple town at the foothills of the Western Ghats, famous for the Kukke Subramanya Temple dedicated to the serpent god Naga.

Bekal Fort on the Kerala coast
History Kerala Border

Bekal Fort

The largest and best-preserved fort in Kerala, set dramatically on a headland jutting into the Arabian Sea with sweeping coastal views.

Maravanthe beach road with sea on both sides
Scenic Drive 140 km

Maravanthe

One of India's most spectacular beach roads, where the highway runs between the Arabian Sea on one side and the Suparnika River on the other.

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