Pilgrimage Holidays | Tour Packages from Bengaluru
Sode Matha
281 km north of Mangalore is a small village by the name of Sode. It is also known as Sodha, Sonda and Swadi. This village is special because it is the headquarters of the Sode Matha. The Sode Matha is part of the Ashta Mathas set up by Sri Madhvacharya. A lake known as the Hayagriva Samudra is located just outside the matha. To the west of the lake, visitors can see the Dhwaja Stamba with depictions of the Hamsa and Garuda in front of the Rama Thrivikrama temple. the first stage of the matha. Ahead of this, on the second stage, are the Rajangana and the matha offices. This is the main entrance to the matha. Two wells known as the Antaraganga and Sheetalaganga are on this level.
The Dhavala Ganga tank and Sheethala Ganga tank are set on the lowest stage. The Pancha Vrindavans is located to the east of these tanks. Four Vrindavans representing the presence of Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, Lord Shiva and Vayu form a perfect square with Sri Vadiraja Teertha’s Vrindavan in the center. A stone inscription of the Anuvrindavanakhyana can be seen beside Sri Vadiraja Teertha’s Vrindavan. The Sri Vedavyasa temple is located opposite this. In the north is Naga Vana and on the right is the Bhootharaja Temple. Further, towards the east, are tombs of ten holy seers.
Murudeshwara Lord Shiva Temple
Located in Karnataka, this magnificent shrine is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple boasts of the second highest statue of Lord Shiva in the world, and the sheer magnanimity of the statue will fill you with a sense of awe. This temple is built on the Kanduka Hill which is surrounded by the Arabian Sea on three sides. The main temple's entrance, also called the 'gopura' stands at 123 feet and you can witness the breathtaking view of the Shiva statue from the top of the gopura.
The entire surface of this temple is covered in the most intricate and detailed carvings that you will ever see. The compound of the temple has been modernized except the sanctum sanctorum, which retains its original form. The main deity of the temple is the Sri Mridesa Linga, which is believed to be a part of the original Atma Linga.
The Shiva statue here is quite an impressive one and will surely leave you with a humble sense of tranquillity. This magnificent statue is a perfect tribute to a God who is held in high reverence in lands far and wide.
Mahabaleshwar Temple in Gokarna
The Mahabaleshwar temple is an important pilgrimage temple in South India where Hindus come to worship the Aatmalinga or the Prana Linga of Lord Shiva. The temple is beautifully built in Dravidian style architecture and is strongly significant in Hindu culture.
The Mahabaleshwar temple in Gokarna is among the seven Muktishetras of the Hindus, where they come to perform the last rites. You will notice many people every time you visit the temple.
It has stood the test of time and has been a prominent place of worship since the 4th century AD. It is built with white granite stones and has beautiful Gopuras within the temple premises. The temple was built by the famous ruler of the Kadamba Dynasty, King Mayurasharma.
A 1500-year old image of Lord Shiva is well-ingrained and beautifully carved into the temple walls. The colossal Atma Lingam is enclosed within the Shaligrama Peetha of the Mahabaleshwar temple.
Legend states that while it was a gift from Lord Shiva to Ravana, history took an unexpected turn of events, and the Atma Lingam got firmly placed in the ground at Gokarna.
While Ravana tried removing the stone with all his might, he could not and thus named the stone ‘Mahabala’ (the strongest). Hence, the name Mahabaleshwar Temple in Gokarna.
Besides this, the temple is also surrounded by other shrines such as Maha Ganapati shrine, Chandikeswara, Thamira Gowri (Goddess Parvati shrine), and Aadi Gokarneswara, Dattatreya, and Gokarnanayagi.
#Trivia: Another aspect of the boon is that Ravana wanted a wife as pretty as Goddess Uma and thus asked Lord Shiva to grant this wish (out of the two wishes). Lord Shiva gave his wife to Ravana, knowing there would be no one prettier than Goddess Uma ever. It was another reason the temple held tremendous importance amongst pilgrims from near and far.
- Sonda Mutt
- RamaTrivikrama
- Sri Vadiraja Swami
- Moola Brundavana
- Sri Hayagriva Swami
- Ancient Venkateshwara Temple
- Manjuguni - Govinda
- Yana Caves(Holy Dip - Magha snana & Trekking)
- Gokarna(Ramayana past time)
- Mahabaleswara
- Idagunji Ganesha
- Om Beach
- Murdeshwar
- Kollur Mookambika
- Shringeri Sharadadevi Peetha
- Belur ChannaKeshava
Approx Amount – Rs. 6,300/- + GST
Mode - AC Traveller
Month - February
No of days - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
Includes
- Saatvik Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Snacks
- Sharing Accommodation
Extra Charges For
- Private Auto
- Single Occupancy Rooms
- Any other charges not mentioned in the inclusions
Important points to be considered by the devotees in the Yatra
- Devotees should be punctual in their reporting time and Group leaders are to ensure that others are not delayed by the delay of few devotees. Every day the Yatra will leave as scheduled and will not wait for late comers.
- Devotees should stay together and not plan any thing separate from the Yatra.
- All Devotees are assigned to a group leader and they should report to their group leader for all matters.
- Separate timing will be given for purchases/ shopping and devotees should not go here and there for purchases.
- Devotees should bring their own lock with multiple keys and the Yatra management does not hold responsibility for any loss of baggage.
- Devotees should carry their essentials like medicine, water bottle, ropes for drying clothes etc.
- Please carry your chanting beads and a Vaishnava song book.
- Actively participate in kirtans.
- Devotees are requested to carry some emergency food for old aged and children for emergency though Prasadam is arranged for all on all the Yatra days.
- Devotees are suggested to carry their notebook and pen for taking notes during the Yatra.
- The best way to relish the Yatra is to hear from senior devotees about the glories of the Lord and his pastimes.
- Devotees should bring their original identity card (aadhar) and submit as and when requested.
- Devotees should not offend any Dham vasis by arguing or quarrelling with them.
- No one should enter a pond or a river for bathing without the permission of the group leader.
- Devotees should not throw garbage and should keep the Dham clean and also keep silence.
- Devotees are requested to travel light particularly those travelling by flight. The allowed baggage allowance is 15 Kgs for check in and 7 Kgs for cabin.
- Please check the weather details online and carry clothes accordingly.
- Devotees are requested to come in Vaishnava dress that is Dhoti and Kurta for Prabhujis and Saree for Matajis during temple visits.
- Devotees are requested to not carry any expensive items like jewellery, iPads etc.
- Aged devotees, women and children to be given first priority and their needs to be attended on priority.
- As far as possible, requesting yatris to not consume outside food.
- Do not travel if there are any serious health issues.
- Life members can carry LPM (life patron cards).
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Information for travellers
- All the above yatras are subject to change according to time, place & circumstance.
- Mentioned prices are subject to change according to the current situation of Govt budget & inflation.
- Pure South Indian food will be provided for all yatras(Cooks will accompany us) if the total no of participants are more than 20.
- Customized trips can be arranged if no of people are more than 20.
- All Yatras inclusive of Flight/ Train charges, Food & Stay.