About Udupi
Ajmer to Udupi distnce : 1794 km
Estimated travel time : 33 hours
Udupi is a very popular city for tourism. Udupi is famous pilgrimage town for Hindus, locally known as Rajata Peetha and Shivalli. Udupi is surrounded by western ghat mountains on one side and Arabian Sea on the other side. Udupi Offers both beach and forest experience.
Udupi is located in state of Karnataka. Udupi is famous Hindu Pilgrimage because of presence of Krishna Matt here. The name โUdupiโ is believed to have come from the Sanskrit words "Udu & Pa" that means "stars" and "Lord". Udupi Sri Krishna Temple and Kollur Mookambika Temple are two of the most popular temples in Karnataka where devotees keep on flocking whole year. But Udupi is at its best during festivals like Holi, Janmashtami (Krishnaโs birth) and the biennial Paryayothsava. Special ceremonies, religious discourses, rathotsava and temple elephant processions take place during festivals. During Makar Sankranti, the harvest festival, ceremonies go on for eight days. Udupi is also famous for its cuisine all over India. Other major attractions are Maple beach and St Maryโs island which is famous for its black rocks. Udupi is an educational hab also as Manipal University is lies in Udupi district. Udupi is shopping paradise also. A variety of culinary items starting from snacks, juice extracts, spices and oils used in authentic Udupi cooking. Aluminium pans to make Guliyappa and Aruvamane used to scrape coconuts among cooking vessels sold here. Udupi is also famous for Kanjeevaram, Dharmavaram and Banaras silk sarees. Udupi offers some unique experiences like Yakshagana folk art, Kambala buffalo race, Huli Vesha, Paryaya festival.
Taxi from Ajmer to Udupi is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Ajmer to Udupi by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Ajmer to Udupi distance is 1794 Km and is 33 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Jaipur - Known as the "Pink City," Jaipur is famous for its rich heritage and stunning architectural wonders like Amber Fort, City Palace, Hawa Mahal, and Jantar Mantar.
2. Udaipur - Often referred to as the "Venice of the East," Udaipur is known for its picturesque lakes and grand palaces such as Lake Palace, City Palace, and Jag Mandir.
3. Ahmedabad - The largest city in Gujarat, Ahmedabad offers attractions like Sabarmati Ashram, Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, Adalaj Stepwell, and Kankaria Lake.
4. Surat - Located on the banks of the Tapi River, Surat is well-known for its textile industry, bustling markets, and iconic landmarks like Dutch Garden, Surat Castle, and Gopi Talav.
5. Mumbai - India's financial capital, Mumbai, offers a vibrant mix of colonial architecture, bustling street markets, iconic landmarks like Gateway of India, Marine Drive, and Elephanta Caves.
6. Goa - Famous for its beautiful beaches, Goa is a popular tourist destination offering a unique blend of Indian and Portuguese culture, delicious seafood, and vibrant nightlife.
7. Mangalore - Situated on the west coast of Karnataka, Mangalore is known for its scenic beaches, historic temples like Kadri Manjunath Temple, and St. Aloysius Chapel boasting beautiful frescoes.