India / Karnataka /Chikmagalur / Sringeri
Sringeri, one of the most revered holy towns in South India, is located on the banks of Tunga River. The town is in village in Karnataka. Sringeri has got its name from the epic character Rishyasringa, a famous personality in Ramayana. It is a bustling city with the presence of world renowned Sri Sarada Samsthanam (Sri Sringeri Sharada Peetham) established in 7th century by Saint Adi Sankaracharya. Adi Sankaracharya, the great exponent of Advaita Vedanta philosophy, had established his first monastery in Sringeri. This is regarded one of the Shakthi Sthalas in India. It is first Mutt out of the original four Sankara Ashrams in India. Sringeri as a pilgrim town houses many other temples including 14th century temple. This temple is located at a picturesque location along the banks of the river in a pleasant ambiance. The temple architectural style is a specimen of the Vijayanagar style of architectural brilliance. Chenna Keshab temple and are other two important shrines in Sringeri. As a part of the western Ghats, Sringeri offers immaculate views of nature. The region surrounding is rich with beautiful scenery and amazing waterfalls. There are many known attractions in and around Sringeri. Agumbe (a spectacular sunset point), Jog Falls (one of the highest waterfalls in India), (an entertaining hill-station) and Sringagiri hills (the birth place of Sage Rishyasringa) are all at driving distances away from Sringeri. The Best season to visit Sringeri would be all through the years.
Vidyashankara Temple, Sringeri
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Category : Pilgrim
Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours
Pincode: 577139
STD Code: 8265
Info Website: http://www.sringeri.net/
Best Time to Visit: Throughout the year
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Sringeri Sightseeing
How to ReachEdit
Mangalore Airport
By Air : The nearest Airport to Sringeri is Mangalore International Airport Bajpe, which is at a distance of about 98 km away. There are domestic flights operated from Mangalore to many major cities in South India. Pre-paid taxis are available from airport to Sringeri, taxis will charge about Rs 1,300 to cover about 100 km.
By Train : Nearest railhead is at Udupi (88 km), which is connected by rail to Chikmagalur and other major cities in south India. Taxi cabs are available from Udupi to Sringeri and it charges less than Rs 1,000.
By BUS : Government bus services connect Sringeri with all cities in and around the city. Sringeri is well connected by bus to Bangalore, Chikmagalur, Udupi, Mangalore and Shimoga.
By Taxi : Taxis and Auto rickshaws are easily available for moving about in the city.
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- Beware of pickpockets as Sringeri is a major tourist city in India.
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- Ambulance : 102
- Fire Brigade : 101
- Police : 100
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