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Dharmasthala Temple — Dakshina Kannada

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Where is Dharmasthala Temple? Dharmasthala Temple is a Shiva mandir in Dharmasthala, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka.

Deity: Shiva

Location: Dharmasthala, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka

Address: Dharmasthala

Postal code: 574216

Where is Dharmasthala Temple? Dharmasthala Temple is a Shiva mandir in Dharmasthala, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka. Includes a photo gallery. Dharmasthala Temple is listed on AllMandir with address, map, directions, and links to nearby mandirs.

History & significance

Dharmasthala Temple is an 800-year-old Hindu religious institution in the temple town of Dharmasthala in Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka, India. The deities of the temple are Hindu god Shiva, who is referred to as Mañjunatha, Hindu goddess Ammanavaru, the Tirthankara Chandraprabha and the protective gods of Jainism, Kalarahu, Kalarkayi, Kumarasvami and Kanyakumari. The temple was reconsecrated in 16th century by Hindu Dvaita saint Vadiraja Tirtha by the request of the then administrator of the temple, Devaraja Heggade. The temple is considered unique, since the priests in the temple are Madhwa Brahmins, who are Vaishnava, and the administration is run by a Jain Bunt family called the Pergades.

Temple questions

Where is Dharmasthala Temple?

Dharmasthala Temple is a Shiva mandir in Dharmasthala, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka.

What are Dharmasthala Temple darshan timings?

Check Dharmasthala Temple darshan timings on AllMandir or contact the temple before visiting. Festival days often have different hours.

Which deity is worshipped at Dharmasthala Temple?

Dharmasthala Temple is a Shiva mandir in Dharmasthala, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka.

How do I reach Dharmasthala Temple?

Dharmasthala Temple is in Dharmasthala, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka (Dharmasthala). Open the AllMandir temple page for the map and directions.

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