Book Parangipettai to Udupi Cab
Parangipettai to Udupi distnce : 771 km
Estimated travel time : 14.9 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.
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Parangipettai to Udupi Cab Route
Parangipettai to Udupi by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Parangipettai to Udupi distance is 771 Km and is 14.9 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Pondicherry - Located approximately 90 km from Parangipettai, Pondicherry is known for its French architecture, beautiful beaches, and spiritual retreats. A visit to Auroville and the French Quarter is highly recommended.
2. Mahabalipuram - Situated around 165 km from Parangipettai, Mahabalipuram is famous for its UNESCO World Heritage sites, such as the shore temples and the Pancha Rathas. The beach and crocodile bank are also popular attractions.
3. Chennai - The capital city of Tamil Nadu, Chennai is around 215 km from Parangipettai and offers a blend of modernity and tradition. Marina Beach, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, and Fort St. George are among the must-visit places.
4. Kanchipuram - Known as the "City of Thousand Temples," Kanchipuram is around 230 km from Parangipettai. It is famous for its ancient temples, silk sarees, and traditional culture.
5. Tiruvannamalai - Situated approximately 350 km from Parangipettai, Tiruvannamalai is home to the revered Arunachaleswarar Temple, which attracts many devotees. The town is also known for its spiritual ambiance and the sacred Arunachala Hill.
6. Mysore - Located around 550 km from Parangipettai, Mysore is known for its palaces, including the grand Mysore Palace, beautiful gardens, and the famous Mysore silk. The Brindavan Gardens and Chamundi Hills are also worth a visit.