Book Maddur to Udupi Cab
Maddur to Udupi distnce : 363 km
Estimated travel time : 7.6 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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Maddur to Udupi Cab Route
Maddur to Udupi by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Maddur to Udupi distance is 363 Km and is 7.6 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Shivanasamudra Falls - Located near Maddur, this is a famous waterfall formed by the River Kaveri. It is known for its scenic beauty and is a popular tourist destination.
2. Shravanabelagola - A historical and religious site, Shravanabelagola is famous for its colossal statue of Lord Gomateshwara, which is one of the tallest free-standing statues in the world. It is an important Jain pilgrimage center.
3. Hassan - A town in Karnataka, Hassan is known for its rich history, architectural marvels, and natural beauty. Some popular attractions include the Hoysaleswara Temple, Belur Chennakesava Temple, and Halebidu Kedareswara Temple.
4. Mysore - The cultural capital of Karnataka, Mysore is a must-visit destination. It is famous for its grand Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills, Brindavan Gardens, and numerous other historical and cultural sites.
5. Malpe Beach - Located in Udupi, Malpe Beach is a beautiful sandy beach along the Arabian Sea. It is a popular tourist spot known for its scenic beauty, water sports activities, and delicious seafood.
6. St. Mary's Island - Situated off the coast of Udupi, St. Mary's Island is a group of four small islands known for their unique columnar basalt rock formations. The islands are accessible by boat and offer breathtaking views.
7. Udupi Sri Krishna Matha - One of the most famous places in Udupi, Sri Krishna Matha is a highly revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna. It is an important pilgrimage site and attracts devotees from all over the country.