Religious Places

1. ISKCON

Bangalore

ISKCON Bangalore is one of the largest Krishna Hindu temples in the world. The cultural complex accommodating dedicated deities of Sri Sri Radha Krishnachandra, Sri Sri Krishna Balarama, Sri Sri Nitai Gauranga, Sri Srinivasa Govinda and Sri Prahlada Narasimha.

2. Virupaksha Temple

Hampi

Also known as the Pampapathi temple, it is the most famous temple in Hampi and dates back to the 7th century.

3. Bhagamandala

Coorg

Bhagamandala is a pilgrimage site situated in the scenic foothills of Talacauvery, at a distance of only 39 kms from Madikeri.

4. Namdroling Monastery

Coorg

Namdroling Monastery, situated at a distance of 34 km from the Coorg, is the largest teaching centre of the school of Tibetan. Popularly known as the ‘Golden Temple’.

5. Gokarna

Gokarna

A Shiva Linga known as the Atmalinga is worshipped in this Mahabaleshwar temple.

6. Chamundeshwari Temple

Mysore

Built atop the Chamundi Hills, this temple dates back to the 12th century. The idol of the main deity is made of gold.

7. St. Philomena's Church

Mysore

Recognized as the second tallest church of Asia, St. Philomena’s Church was constructed to pay tribute to the Catholic Saint and martyr of Roman Catholic Church, Saint Philomena.

8. Mallikarjuna Temple.

Badami

Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple, along with smaller shrines built around it, was constructed in a star-shaped plan in the 11th century.

9. Banashankari temple

Badami

Banashankari temple, also known as Banashankari Amma temple, is located at Cholachagudd near Badami, Karnataka. It is one amongst the most famous Hindi shrines in the state.

10. Sri Krishna Temple

Udupi

The Krishna Temple or the Udupi Sri Krishna Matha is one of the most auspicious temples dedicated to Lord Krishna. The idol of Krishna is adorned with jewels and a golden chariot.