The Shiva linga at the temple is also known as the Atmalinga and the top of the atmalinga is the only part of the linga that is visible to the devotee. It is one of the seven holy Mukti sthala temples in Karnataka and the number of devotees gathered during the maha shivratri. There is a legend that says that the demon king of Lanka ravana the king's mother, showed a deep yearning to worship the original Atma Linga of Lord Shiva and did a long penance to please Lord Shiva. Ravana's honest attempts at penance pleased Lord Shiva, who granted his devotees two wishes like this. There are many who are there to learn more about it. Visit this mahabaleshwar temple, which is one of the best temples in Karnataka.

Entry Fee:

There is no entry fee.

Darshan time:

Darshan time is 6:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and it again opens for devotees in the evenings from 05:00 p.m. to 08:00 p.m. open every day, on all days of the week.

Specialty of the temple:

The outstanding part of the mahabaleshwar temple is the 1500 year old image of lord Shiva's 6 feet tall Shiva linga which is built using white granite and is the best example of the beauty of Dravidian architecture. This architecturally amazing temple leads to inner peace and leaves you mesmerized with its aura and essence. If you are a devotee of lord Shiva or a history buff, then you must visit at least once to enjoy the magic of this temple which gives you peace and calmness. Wanderers will have a good time here with their family, friends, or even as lone travellers exploring this small town because of the surrounding deep green forests and rocky beaches. You can count on finding a town full of delightful surprises and a country full of fascinating history when you travel to a place of complete tranquillity.

Best time to visit the temple:

The best time to visit the temple is from October to February.

Dress code of the temple:

The preferred dress code for men is dhoti, for women, it is a saree, or chudidhar.

Festival of the temple:

The Shivaratri festival is celebrated with great fervour and two enormous temple chariots are built annually for the celebration.

How to reach the temple?

By Air : The nearest airport is the Mangalore and one must board a bus or hire a cab to Gokarna.

By Train :The nearest railway station is Ankola buses and cabs are available to reach the temple.

By Road :To reach the temple, you can take buses from major cities like Bangalore.

FAQ

1.Which month is best to visit the Mahabaleshwar temple?

The winter months of October through February are the best times to visit the temple.

2.What are other places to visit near mahabaleshwar temple?

Some of popular places to visit are kudle beach, Om beach and so on.

3.What is the entry fee for visiting the temple?

There is no entry fee.

4.Can I take photos inside the temple?

Kindly ask for permission from the concerned authority for photography.