Temple info -3903. Sadashiva Mahaganapathi temple,Surathkal,Mangaluru. சதாசிவ மஹாகணபதி கோயில்,சூரத்கல்,மங்களூர்
Temple info -3903 கோயில் தகவல்-3903 Sadashiva Mahaganapathi Temple Surathkal, Mangaluru Dakshina Kannada District, Karnataka This temple had been on my wish list for a long time, and I am happy that I could finally visit this divine abode recently. I always prefer visiting temples on ordinary days rather than during festivals or public holidays. With fewer crowds, one can truly experience the peace and serenity of the temple, spend time in the divine presence and connect with the Almighty without the rush. The ancient Sadashiva Temple stands on a hillock overlooking the beautiful Surathkal Beach, with the lighthouse nearby. The breathtaking sea views add to the charm of this sacred place. According to legend, the top portion of Lord Shiva’s sacred Atma Linga fell at Surathkal. Ravana, the king of Lanka, had obtained the Atma Linga from Lord Shiva after performing intense penance, with the condition that it should not be placed on the ground before reaching Lanka. Fearing th...