Karnataka Tourist Places
Udupi Sri Krishna Temple

Things to Do in Udupi Sri Krishna Temple

Udupi, Karnataka, India4.9

The Udupi Sri Krishna Temple, a luminous jewel of devotion, stands as a spiritual heart of Karnataka’s coastal region. Founded in the 13th century by the saint Madhvacharya, it enshrines an enchanting idol of Lord Krishna, worshipped through the nine-holed silver window known as the *Navagraha Kitiki*. Legends whisper that Kanakadasa, a devotee once denied entry, saw Krishna’s vision through a wall that miraculously turned transparent — a symbol of divine equality. The temple’s sanctum glows with lamps, chants, and rhythm of conch shells, while the aroma of prasadam drifts through corridors echoing centuries of bhakti. Pilgrims from across India come not only for blessings but to witness a living tradition — where devotion flows like the eternal sea that caresses Udupi’s shores.

Top 4 Things to Do

1

Witness Krishna darshan through the silver window

2

Attend the vibrant Rathotsava (Chariot Festival)

3

Taste the divine temple prasadam

4

Explore the eight monasteries established by Madhvacharya

Visit Information

Timings

4:00 AM – 9:30 PM

Best Time

January to March, and during Krishna Janmashtami

Rating

4.9/5 (10,840 reviews)

Entry Fee

Free Entry

Related Destinations

Explore by Category

Frequently Asked Questions