Idugunji is a sacred shrine in Uttara Kannada district, where the famous Vighneshwara Temple attracts devotees in thousands. In the ancient Puranic times, Idugunji was known as Idakunjavana or Gunjavana. History Sage Valakhilya was immersed in penance at Kunjavana. But several obstacles disturbed his penance and he prayed to Lord Krishna for assistance. At that… Continue reading Idugunji – Temples Around Mangalore
Month: September 2014
Eternal Sunshine of an Eccentric Being
Human beings are a queer species. An advanced one, no doubt, but peculiar nonetheless. From the day we’re born till we arrive at death’s door, we are conditioned, groomed and sculpted to suit the general norms of society. Society is what makes us an advanced species. It has facilitated our intelligence, driving us to the… Continue reading Eternal Sunshine of an Eccentric Being
Gokarna – Temples Around Mangalore
The Temple Gokarna is a celebrated pilgrimage center on the coast of Karnataka, enshrining the Aatma Lingam Mahabaleshwar. It is regarded as one of the 7 Mukti Stalas of Karnataka, and it has been revered by the hymns of the Tamil Saints of the 1st millennium CE. Gokarna is located at a distance of 170… Continue reading Gokarna – Temples Around Mangalore
9 Places in Mangalore Where you must have Fish …
Home to around 6 lakh people, Mangalore boasts of its own unique culture, cuisine, architecture and much more. Talking of coastal cities, the first thought to strike us is obviously the sea food here. We at Hungry4ever did an extensive survey and have found these places where having seafood is a must! So here is… Continue reading 9 Places in Mangalore Where you must have Fish …
Karkala Venkataramana Temple
Karkala with its numerous sights never fails to fascinate people. A mixture of nature and history, the cocktail leaves a pleasant after taste. Its magnificent Ramasamudra Lake flouting its Nelumbiums, black granite outcrops standing tall and dark, the serene smile of Bahubali, Jain basadis galore, blue hillocks on the east all make Karkala a man’s… Continue reading Karkala Venkataramana Temple