What to expect
Highlights
- The Mookambika (Adi Shakti) shrine and jyotirlinga.
- The Souparnika river and Aksharabhyasa rituals.
- The base for the Kodachadri hill trek.
Kollur Mookambika Temple
The Mookambika Temple at Kollur, on the Souparnika river in the Western Ghats foothills, is one of the most revered temples of coastal Karnataka. The goddess Mookambika is worshipped as a form of Adi Shakti combining Shiva and Parvati, represented by a jyotirlinga and a seated idol.
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Typetemple
Nearest baseKollur
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed1
EntryFree (special poojas extra)
Nearest town/baseKollur
DistrictUdupi
Place typetemple
Time needed1.5 to 2 hours.
The Mookambika Temple at Kollur, on the Souparnika river in the Western Ghats foothills, is one of the most revered temples of coastal Karnataka. The goddess Mookambika is worshipped as a form of Adi Shakti combining Shiva and Parvati, represented by a jyotirlinga and a seated idol.
A major pilgrimage centre — especially for beginning a child’s education (Aksharabhyasa) — it also sits at the foot of Kodachadri hill, the base for the trek to the peak.
Visiting
Kollur Mookambika Temple — at a glance
Timings~5:00 AM - 1:30 PM, 3:00 - 9:00 PM (confirm)
Best timeOctober to February; Navaratri (Sep–Oct) crowded
Entry: Free (special poojas extra)
Getting there: ~80 km north of Udupi in the Ghats; bus/taxi
A dress-code temple — modest dress, footwear off; mind the slippery Souparnika river steps.
Getting there
How to visit
- ~80 km north of Udupi in the Ghats; reach it by bus or taxi (the Kollur road winds through forest).
- A living temple with a dress code — modest dress, footwear off; a dip in the Souparnika before darshan is customary, and festival days are very crowded.
Distance by road
- Mangaluru60 km
- Shivamogga145 km
- Chikkamagaluru145 km
- Karwar175 km
- Bengaluru400 km
Road km to Udupi; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; Navaratri (Sep–Oct) is the great festival but hugely crowded.
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Visitor notes
- A busy pilgrimage temple with a dress code — modest dress, footwear off, and mind the slippery river steps.
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Kollur Mookambika Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Kollur Mookambika Temple?
October to February; Navaratri (Sep–Oct) is the great festival but hugely crowded.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kollur Mookambika Temple?
Entry: Free (special poojas extra). Timings: ~5:00 AM - 1:30 PM, 3:00 - 9:00 PM (confirm). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Kollur Mookambika Temple?
~80 km north of Udupi in the Ghats; reach it by bus or taxi (the Kollur road winds through forest). A living temple with a dress code — modest dress, footwear off; a dip in the Souparnika before darshan is customary, and festival days are very crowded.
How much time do I need for Kollur Mookambika Temple?
1.5 to 2 hours.
What else is near Kollur Mookambika Temple?
Nearby you can pair Maravanthe Beach (25.7 km), Kemmannu Hanging Bridge (27.8 km), Kodi Beach, Kundapura (30.5 km), Barkur (44.7 km).
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