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Historic Hindu monastery founded by Adi Shankaracharya on the Tunga river, known for its unique temples, spiritual learning, and sacred river fish.
Located on the banks of the Tunga River, Sringeri Sharada Peetham is a significant monastery in Hindu tradition. It was the first of the four mathas, or centers of learning, established in the 8th century by the philosopher-saint Adi Shankaracharya. The complex is not just one temple but a collection of structures, with the Sharadamba Temple and the Vidyashankara Temple being the most prominent.
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Sringeri Sharada Peetham, Sringeri, Chikmagalur District, Sringeri, Chikmagalur, Karnataka, India
Air
Mangalore International Airport (IXE) is the nearest airport, located about 110 km away. From the airport, you can hire a taxi which takes around 3-4 hours to reach Sringeri.
Train
The closest major railway stations are Udupi (UD) at 80 km and Shimoga Town (SMET) at 95 km. Both stations are well-connected to major cities. Taxis and buses are available from the stations to Sringeri.
Road
Sringeri has excellent road connectivity. It is located about 85 km from Chikmagalur and 320 km from Bengaluru. KSRTC and private buses run frequently from Bengaluru, Mangalore, Chikmagalur, and Shimoga.
Local Transport
Within Sringeri town, auto-rickshaws are the most common way to get around. The temple is at a walkable distance from the main bus stand and most hotels in the town.
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