Splendid Trip to Dharmasthala and Kukke

Dharmasthala is one of the famous and highly visited temples in India. The deities of the temple are Shiva, referred to as Mañjunatha, Ammavaru, the tirthankara Chandraprabha and the protective gods of Jainism, Kalarahu, Kalarkayi, Kumarasvami and Kanyakumari. In this package, you also get to explore the very famous Kukke Subramanya temple, dedicated to Lord Subramanya (Murugan/Karthikeya).

Package Includes

  • Accommodation

  • Food

  • Cab

  • Sthalapuranam

Itinerary Temples

  • Shree Rama Kshethra
  • Shri Bhagwan Bahubali Digambar Jain Statue
  • Shri Chandranatha Swamy Basadi
  • Shri Manjunathaswamy Temple
  • Sri Janardhanaswamy Temple
  • Sri Sadashiva Rudra Temple
  • Shishileshwara Temple
  • Kukke Subramaniya Temple
  • Sri Kalabhairaveshwara Temple.

Full Itinerary


Morning
Shree Rama Kshetra
  • Shree Rama Kshethra is noteworthy for its scenic beauty.
  • Shri Shri Athmananda Saraswathi Swamiji is the founder of this magnificent temple Complex. He is the disciple of Shri Nithyananda swamiji. Shri Athmananda Saraswathi swamiji served his master at 'Ganeshpuri in Thane' district of Mumbai.During the association with his master, his Guru had expressed his wish to shri Athmananda Saraswathi Swamiji to have a 'Rama' temple constructed in Dharmasthala village.He got a small thatched building constructed in which he started "Bhagavan Shri Nithyananda Mandir".Soon devotees started gathering at the mandir. "Rama Bhajana Sapthaha" is conducted here everyyear for seven days culminating in the grand festival of "Shri Rama Navami". Thousands of devotees of Shri Rama from far and near have come to gather here and chanting the Rama Taraka Mantra dancing around the"Nanda Deepa" .
  • There are 36 different idols installed under the same roof.

Morning
Shri Bhagwan Bahubali Digambar Jain Statue
  • The statue of Gommateshvara Bahubali at Shravanabelagola is one of the most important tirthas (pilgrimage destinations) in Jainism.
  • Shravanabelagola "White Pond of the Shravana" is named with reference to the colossal image of Gommaṭa.
  • The 58-feet tall monolithic statue of Gommateshvara is located on Vindyagiri Hill.
  • It is considered to be the world's largest monolithic stone statue.
  • Every twelve years, thousands of devotees congregate here to perform the Mahamastakabhisheka.
  • The next Mahamastakabhisheka will be held in 2018.
  • The Statue is called as 'Statue of Gommateshvara' by the Kannada people of Karnataka, but the Jains refer to the same as "Bahubali".

Evening
Sri Chandranathaswamy Basadi
  • Shri Chandranatha Swamy Basadi, is a famous Jain temple, which was established by Pergage and his family to offer puja adjacent to the Beedu.
  • The shrine in this temple is worshipped, which is located on a small mound to this day.
  • This is also considered a holy shrine of Digambara.
  • The tiled- roof dwelling of Nelyadi Beedu, is dedicated to the four Devathas that has no idols.
  • This is the original abode of the Heggades and the Dharma Daivas.
  • It is believed that people pray here are blessed to Fulfill Wishes, Prosperty.

Morning
Sri Manjunathaswamy Temple
  • Dharmasthala Temple is an 800-year-old religious institution in the temple town of Dharmasthala.
  • The deities of the temple are Shiva, who is referred to as Mañjunatha, Ammavaru, the tirthankara Chandraprabha and the protective gods of Jainism, Kalarahu, Kalarkayi, Kumarasvami and Kanyakumari.
  • The temple is considered unique since it belongs to the Shaiva sect of Hinduism.The priests are Shivalli Brahmins, who are Vaishnava and the administration is run by a Jain Bunt family called the Pergades.
  • To fight against the dowry system and to cut unnecessary expenses involved in the celebration of marriages, Dr. Veerendra Heggade started free mass marriages in 1972 and the annual mass marriages are held usually during April every year.
  • The expenses of the wedding dress, Mangalsutra and wedding feast for a limited number of the couple's guests are borne by the Kshetra.
  • The average flow of pilgrims is about 10,000 people every day.
  • The "Anna Daana"(free food) is one of the impressive events that takes place in this village.

Morning
Sri Janardhanaswamy Temple
  • Sri Janardhanaswamy Temple is one of the main attraction of Ujire town.
  • Ujire is Known for its Scenic Beauty.
  • The temple is dedicated to Lord Janardhana (Vishnu).
  • This is 800-year-old temple and featured as one of the oldest temples of South Canara or Dakshina Kannada district.

Evening
Shree Sadashiva Rudra Temple
  • Shree Sadashiva Rudra Temple is very near to Ujire.
  • Even though the temple is called Sadashiva Rudra Devasthana, it is popular and famous as “ SURYA” Temple.
  • Legend as to how the place got the name “SURYA”. Once upon a time, a woman was chopping grass with her son, when she hit a stone. Blood started oozing out from the stone she had hit. Afraid at seeing blood from the stone, the woman cried out “SUREYA” to her son. After the incident the place was named SUREYA, which gradually became “SURIYA” and finally “SURYA” as called now.
  • As said by the Archakaru, Initially when you are making sankalpa (offering you wanted go & do there) need not go there, from your place only you can do the sankalpa. Once your sankalpa fulfilled you can go there & do the offerings.
  • The offerings are available in temple premises only & they are clay Sculptures of your request (Like if you want job you can offer a chair & table, if its marriage you should offer Vadu vara, if its ear or eyes problem offer ear or eye Sculptures like wise).

Evening
Shishileshwara Temple
  • Shishileshwara temple situated in a remote village - Shishila.
  • Lord Shiva is worshipped in this rocky temple in the form of ‘Udbhava Linga’.
  • Lord Shishileshwara has made his long ranged presence at the bank of river Kapila.
  • It is believed that tribals found the Linga centuries back in the nearby hill ‘Kumara Gudda,’ where the Linga was worshipped for quite a long time. One fine morning, the Linga appeared in the current temple place to make it convenient for the priest to perform the daily rituals. Even today on the last day of the temple fair, the priest along with the villagers visits the original place where the Linga was found and performs the religious rituals.
  • The fishes are fed by devotees and the temple governance. You may find relief from all kinds of skin diseases by feeding these holy fish group up near the rocky footstep to the river kapila.

Morning
Kukke Subramaniyar Temple
  • Kukke Subramanya is a Hindu temple located in the village of Subramanya.Here Kartikeya is worshipped as Subramanya, lord of all serpents.
  • The epics relate that the divine serpent Vasuki and other serpents found refuge under Subramanya when threatened by the Garuda.
  • Overlooking the temple is the famous mountain of Kumara Parvatha, a popular hiking destination for trekkers from across South India.
  • Kumara Parvatha forms a picture-perfect backdrop to the temple entrance and the Shesha Parvatha (a mountain shaped like a six-headed mythological serpent, adjacent to Kumara Parvatha) looks like a cobra with its open hood, as if protecting the temple shrine of Lord Subramanya.
  • Pilgrims going to the temple have to cross the Kumaradhara River and take a holy dip in the river before entering the temple for their darshan.
  • There is the Garuda pillar covered with silver. Devotees circumambulate this pillar.
  • It is believed that this pillar was enchanted and planted there to shield devotees from the poisonous flames arising from the breath of Vasuki, who resides inside.
  • Ashlesha Bali Pooja & Sarpa Samskara are two important Sarpa Dosha Poojas are done at Kukke Subramanya Temple.

Morning
Sri Kalabhairaveshwara Temple
  • Sri Kalabhairaveshwara Temple is the One of the ancient temple in Karnataka.
  • Sri Kalabhairaveshwara is the Kshetra Palaka of Sri Adichunchanagiri Mahasamsthana Math.
  • Lord Gangadhareshwara is the presiding deity.
  • The Pancha Lingas, the Jwala Peetha, Sthambamba are all held in great reverence by the devotees.
  • The peak point of the Giri (hillock) is known as Akasha Bhairava and the sacred pond by the temple is Bindu Sarovara.
  • At the time of moon-rise the hill appears like the moon crested Shiva, i.e, Chandramouleswara.
  • Panchalingas: Sri Gangadhareshwara, Sri Malleshwara, Sri kathale Someshwara, Sri Gavisiddeshwara and Sri Chandramouleshwara.
  • Breakfast for 2 persons.
  • Transportation in AC Etios/Dzire cabs.
  • Hotel accommodation based on type of package (standard/deluxe/premium) chosen. The price mentioned in this package is for family of two members sharing a single room. For extra person, please place a separate request with us.
  • Room type is Standard A/C Room in 2 star hotel.
  • Toll charges and driver's allowance.
  • Upon booking confirmation, the sthalapuranam of temples mentioned in the itinerary will be sent through email.
  • No extra charges for one child below the age of five.
  • Package does not include lunch and dinner.
  • The pickup and drop point information will be provided to the customer before booking. It is customer's responsibility to reach the pickup point of the trip at specified time. On request basis, GoSthala will arrange pickup from customers place of choice at any applicable nominal charges.
  • All other expenses (temple entry ticket charges, parking charges, etc.) that are not specified in the package inclusions.
  • Any loss/expenses incurred by unforeseen circumstances e.g. flight delays/cancellations, road blockages, vehicle breakdown, strikes, etc.
  • Expense of personal nature such as laundry, etc.
  • Any applicable service tax charges.
  • Transportation provided will be as per itinerary only (not at disposal).
  • The package price is indicative and based on seasonal demands the price is subject to change and will be informed prior booking.
  • The package does not include guide services where not mentioned. Guide services can be availed from us at an additional cost.
  • Payment method as follows: 25% payment on confirmation; 50% payment before starting the trip; Balance payment before end of the trip.
  • 15% of package cost will be charged as penalty on canceling, 31 or more days before departure.
  • 35% of package cost will be charged as penalty on cancellation between 22 to 30 days before departure.
  • 50% of package cost will be charged as penalty on cancellation between 15 to 21 days before departure.
  • 100% of package cost will be charged as penalty on cancelling, 15 days before departure.
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