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Home to the world's second-tallest Shiva statue and a towering 20-story gopura offering dramatic views of the Arabian Sea.
Murdeshwar Temple is a major religious site situated on Kanduka Hill, surrounded on three sides by the Arabian Sea. The main attraction is the world's second-tallest statue of Lord Shiva, standing at 123 feet, which is visible from a great distance. The entire complex is built around this imposing figure. Another key feature is the 20-story Raja Gopura, or temple tower, which stands at the entrance. Visitors can take an elevator to the top floor of the gopura for a fee, offering sweeping views of the Shiva statue, the temple, and the coastline.
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Murdeshwar Temple Main Road, Murdeshwar, Bhatkal Taluk, Murdeshwar, Gokarna, Karnataka, India
Air
The nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport (IXE), which is about 155 km away. A taxi from the airport to Murdeshwar takes approximately 3 to 4 hours.
Train
Murdeshwar Railway Station (MRDW) is just 2 km from the temple and is located on the Konkan Railway route, connecting it to Mumbai, Mangalore, and Goa. Auto-rickshaws are readily available from the station.
Road
Murdeshwar lies on National Highway 66 (NH-66). Regular bus services, both state-run and private, connect it to major cities like Bengaluru (500 km), Mangalore (155 km), and Udupi (100 km).
Local Transport
Auto-rickshaws are the most common way to get around the town. The temple complex and nearby beach are easily accessible on foot. Taxis can be hired for visiting nearby attractions.
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