History of Temple
Sri Mookambika Temple in Kollur
District : Udupi, Karnataka India
The Sri Mukambika Temple at Kollur in Udupi district attracts pilgrims from all parts of southern India. Kollur village is nestled amidst the greenery of the Western Ghats, at the foot of the Kodachadri Hills. Here Mookambika Shrine, one of the seven holiest sites of salvation, is dedicated to the goddess of strength and emotional strength. This temple has a gilded coat of arms and a copper roof. Adi Shankaracharya, the great philosopher is said to have visited this temple to perform penance. It is also believed that Adi Shankaracharya dedicated the idol to goddess Mukambika.
Near By Temples
Places to visit near Sri Mookambika Temple:
Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple (45 kms),
How to reach
How to reach
Sri Mookambika Temple: Kollur is 430 kms from Bengaluru and 130 kms from Mangaluru. Mangaluru is the nearest airport. From Mangalore you will get private and Karnataka State government Buses,
By Railway
Mookambika Road railway station at Baindur is the nearest railway station 30 kms from Kollur. Regular private bus services are available to reach Kollur from Mangaluru city.
Taxis can also be booked from nearby towns such as Kundapura (36 kms) to reach Kollur.