Book Chidambaram to Udupi Cab
Chidambaram to Udupi distnce : 759 km
Estimated travel time : 14.6 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 “Udupi” 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 (Krishna’s 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 Mary’s 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.
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Chidambaram to Udupi Cab Route
Chidambaram to Udupi by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Chidambaram to Udupi distance is 759 Km and is 14.6 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Pondicherry - Located approximately 65 km east of Chidambaram, Pondicherry offers a unique blend of French and South Indian cultures. Explore its beautiful beaches, French Quarter, Auroville, Sri Aurobindo Ashram, and more.
2. Mahabalipuram - Situated about 131 km north of Chidambaram, Mahabalipuram is renowned for its ancient rock-cut temples and monuments, including the Shore Temple, Descent of the Ganges (Arjuna's Penance), Cave Temples, and Krishna's Butter Ball.
3. Chennai - The capital city of Tamil Nadu, Chennai is around 212 km north of Chidambaram. Visit popular attractions such as Marina Beach, Fort St. George, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Santhome Cathedral, National Art Gallery, and more.
4. Kanchipuram - Located about 213 km north of Chidambaram, Kanchipuram is famous for its rich heritage and temples. Marvel at the architecture of temples like Kamakshi Amman, Ekambareswarar, Varadharaja Perumal, and Kailasanathar.
5. Tirupati - Situated approximately 338 km north-west of Chidambaram, Tirupati is considered one of the holiest pilgrimage destinations for Hindus. Visit the renowned Sri Venkateswara Temple atop the Tirumala Hills and explore the nearby attractions like Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Kapila Theertham, and Silathoranam.
6. Mysore - Located about 523 km west of Chidambaram, Mysore is known for its magnificent palaces, gardens, and cultural heritage. Don't miss attractions like Mysore Palace, Brindavan Gardens, Chamundi Hill, Chamundeshwari Temple, and St. Philomena's Cathedral.
