Bhadrakali Temple, Gokarna

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India /Karnataka /Uttara Kannada /Gokarna

Bhadrakali Temple is situated at a distance of 1 km from Gokarna on IB Road, Gokarna, Uttara Kannada, Karnataka, 581326, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Bhadrakali Temple is dedicated to Goddess Uma, is another popular pilgrimage attraction of Gokarna Town. The prime deity of this temple, is believed to be the protector of Gokarna. This temple is part of Mahabaleshwar Temple complex. It is said that Lord Vishnu asked Uma, the wife of Lord Shiva, to stay at Gokarna when Ravana abandoned her here. Currently devotees visiting Gokarna pray to Uma as the Mother Goddess Bhadrakali. If time permits, visitors passing by this town should stop by Bhadrakali Temple in order to pay their respects.

Bhadrakali Temple, Gokarna

HistoryEdit

Bhadrakali Temple was built to honour Goddess Uma. As per legend, Ravana performed tapasya at Mount Kailash to please Lord Shiva and sang Shiva Tandava Stotram in his melodious voice. On getting pleased, Lord Shiva asked Ravana to ask for anything from Him and his wish will be fulfilled. Ravana asked for the Atmalinga and a wife for himself who will be more beautiful than Uma, the wife of Lord Shiva. Lord Shiva accepted the wish of Ravana and fulfilled both his wishes. While returning home, Ravana met Lord Vishnu disguised as a Brahmin. Lord Vishnu asked Ravana about the lovely woman he was carrying on his shoulder. Ravana explained everything to the Brahmin and brought her down off his shoulders so that Brahmin could take a look at her face. Lord Vishnu with His tricks made Uma look exhausted and aged. Disgusted by her looks, Ravana abandoned Uma there and went back to Kailash to complain to Lord Shiva. Uma, on the other hand, was asked by Lord Vishnu to reside in Gokarna itself. At present, She is worshipped as the Mother Goddess Bhadrakali in Gokarna.

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Visiting TimeEdit

5:00 AM – 12:00 PM
4:00 PM – 9:00 PM

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Best Season to VisitEdit

October and March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 hour.

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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

Om Shree Ganesh Restaurant ; Near Om Beach, Gokarna, Uttara Kannada, Karnataka, 581326, India ; Ph/M – N.A. ; Food Serve – Local delicacies, south indian dishes.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies are also available from airport and railway station.

Bus : Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation operates buses (Red colored KSRTC buses) from nearby towns like Karwar, Ankola and Kumta to Gokarna.

Train : Konkan Railway passes through near. Some trains like Matsyagandha Express (Mangalore to Bombay via Madgaon) stops here. This railway station is suitably referred to as as Gokarna Road. The railway station is truly concerning 8 kilometers away from Gokarna. Gokarna is accessible by rail from Karwar, Ankola, Kumta, Mangalore and Madgaon. Kumta (35 km) and Ankola (20 km) are the closest major railway stations, from wherever public or non-public transportation is out there throughout day time.

Air : Nearest airports are Dabolim at Goa (155 km)and Mangalore International Airport(233 km) at Bajpe.

Others : Walking is the most common way to get around within town, as it is small and compact. Rickshaws are also available here.