Mahabaleshwar Temple in Gokarna is one of the famous temples of South India and there is a good rich history behind it. I would recommend it to read before visiting the temple. Some of the interesting facts about the temple - 1. No Foreigners are allowed. 2. Men are allowed with lungi as attire (no jeans, pants or shorts) - It can be bought outside from markets in around 70 bucks. 3. Women are allowed with traditional Indian attires like saree. Also lines can be huge on peak days (It took me 1.5 hours in the line on Saturday) Historic temple and a landmark destination in Coastal Karnataka. Gokarna is popular along with this trample for performing last rites in seashore. Just 5 min walk to a beautiful clean beach from here. Traditional Indian attire mandatory for entry. Men must be in Dhothi and Shalya. You can stay and enjoy beach holidays in nearly 10-15 resorts nearby

The temple houses a 6-foot-tall Shiva Linga, referred to as the Atmalinga, which is worshipped fervently. Crafted from granite, it stands as a splendid representation of Dravidian architecture's elegance. This temple finds its mention in the revered Hindu epics, Mahabharata and Ramayana, holding significance comparable to that of Kashi. There's a stringent dress code in place: men are expected not to wear shirts, while women are encouraged to don traditional attire. Our visit granted us a serene glimpse of Atmalingeswara, making our day at the temple truly divine and fulfilling.

This ancient temple has a significant history and is very famous not only regionally but nationally and globally. The temple management and local administration have failed indeed to upgrade the facilities required by the temple and the town keeping in view of the footfall of devotees and visitors which is increasing year over year. Roads are very narrow in this town. Worst parking area for vehicles. Cleanliness in and around the temple is also the worst. Stainless steel railing pipes should be installed for the darshan queue. Drinking water unit for devotees in the queue is literally ill. By seeing the lack of the above mentioned facilities, visitors, at the end could wonder about the use of donations the temple is receiving.

One of the holiest sites in South India. It is the site of the temple of the Atmalinga of Lord Shiva. The line leading up to it gets long and wait times typically range in the 1hr+ range. Men have to compulsorily remove the shirt and baniyan while entering the holy sanctum along with leaving a lungi. The road leading up to it is very narrow and sometimes I wondered if we were even going on the correct road. It gets pretty crowded and hot here, so prepare accordingly. The ground can also get hot while traveling barefoot. Overall blessed to come here and visit the temple.

Mahabaleshwar Temple in Gokarna is one of the famous temples of South India and there is a good rich history behind it. I would recommend it to read before visiting the temple. Some of the interesting facts about the temple - 1. No Foreigners are allowed. 2. Men are allowed with lungi as attire (no jeans, pants or shorts) - It can be bought outside from markets in around 70 bucks. 3. Women are allowed with traditional Indian attires like saree. Also lines can be huge on peak days (It took me 1.5 hours in the line on Saturday)

The temple and its surroundings were disappointing in terms of upkeep and maintenance, with a noticeable lack of effort from the authorities. Despite the temple's renowned status and many global travelers, I didn't find it welcoming. It's crucial for the authorities to prioritize expanding the road width and maintaining the premises regularly. If you plan to visit, it's advisable not to bring a vehicle larger than a hatchback due to road leading to temple/parking is narrow. Better take an auto. Otherwise, if you manage to get in - you should find dedicated parking at walking distance from the temple. Be mindful about the dress code 👈🏼

It is a very beautiful place, and I have lots of memories here. Try to visit the temple in the morning.

Beautiful temple

Lovely place for vacation.. Cool calm beach, silent trekking, good food, holy atmosphere and peaceful vibes.. You can spend 3 days with relaxation.. The way people are living there is amazing. Like silent town. Temple is very peaceful. No tickets were there. Just stand in line and chant ... touch the lord shiva aatma ling and feel the god power..

This temple belongs to The great Lord Shiva. This temple is normally crowded, devotees can complete their visit to Lord Shiva within 1 hour. Only traditional dresses are allowed to visit lord shiva. Visiting times are Morning 5:00AM to 12:30 PM, evening 5:00 PM to 8:00PM.

Famous shiva temple in Uttara Kannada district and peace full and spiritual place and. temple is crowded In the early morning to evening in weekends. Near to this temple Gokarna beach and Rama theertha and many places are there in gokarana

Had a wonderful experience visiting this fabulous place. We can get the blend of spirituality and fun here. Water adventures and boating takes our trip to the next level of joy. Beautiful beaches filled with spirituality and fun. A great place for all age groups.

"Shree Mahabaleshwar Swami" Gokarna Temple has a big history and it's a very famous temple, you can visit with family, "Lungi" is compulsory for Gents. there's a "Prasad" available for the people, and it's located nearby the beach you can enjoy the sunset 🌆 and other other activities, hotels, hostel, rooms available here under the budget

The temple is beautiful & ancient. These pictures are of the exterior. The Shiva Ling here is different from the ones I have seen till date. Pleasant and soothing I loved this place though I am not very fond of visiting temples All the temples around are good donot skip panchaganga temple and krushanai temple

this is the temple where the Original Atmaling (From the story between Ravana and Ganpati). men are allowed only in Dhotis (can be bought at nominal price outside the temple) you can change clothes behind the Luggage counter (Rs. 10/- per bag) you are allowed to touch the Atmaling, so make sure you do not miss the opportunity and surrender yourself to Shiva.

Great place to visit as it is a different experience for a devotee. I strongly suggest you do research about the temple and its history so that you can absolutely enjoy the moment. Reminder- pants and shorts are not allowed inside, only mundu or dhoti is allowed. There is a huge Nandi (bull) white in color inside the temple that was stunning as I had only seen such a resemblance only in pictures. If you want to go shopping there are shops right outside the main entrance of the temple.

Historic temple and a landmark destination in Coastal Karnataka. Gokarna is popular along with this trample for performing last rites in seashore. Just 5 min walk to a beautiful clean beach from here. Traditional Indian attire mandatory for entry. Men must be in Dhothi and Shalya. You can stay and enjoy beach holidays in nearly 10-15 resorts nearby.

It's beautiful experience. Being the year end and weekend probably wait time is long. We went at 8:20 am and got darshan by 9:30 am I have given 4 star because there is lot of scope of beautification of the temple or improve queue system. Collection is massive, so money shouldn't be problem The temple is one of the seven sacred Muktikshetras or Muktistala ("places of salvation") in Karnataka. It is a place where many Hindus of Karnataka perform obsequies (death rites) for their departed. The six other Muktikshetras in Karnataka are at Udupi, Kollur, Subrahmanya, Kumbasi, Koteshvara and Sankaranarayana

Sri Mahabaleshwara Swami Temple Gokarna is a 4th century ancient Hindu shrine in Karnataka. The temple is built in Dravidian style and looks as simple as it was. The temple faces the cleanest Gokarna beach of Arabian sea. This great temple is dedicated to God Shiva and also known as Atmalinga which is unique in the world. This masterpiece also regarded as Dakshin Kashi, often being paralleled to Shiva temple at Varanasi. it is said that the deity of the temple will bestow immense blessings to devotees, even to those who only glimpse it. There is no fee to enter the temple You can visit the temple from 6 am to 12:30 pm and 5 pm to 8 pm every day. No Foreigners are allowed. Mens are allowed with white lungi and Women are allowed with traditional saree/suits.

The Mahabaleshwar Temple, Gokarna is a 4th-century CE Hindu temple located in Gokarna, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka state, India which is built in the classical Dravidian architectural style. It is a site of religious pilgrimage. The temple faces the Gokarna beach on the Arabian Sea. The temple deifies the Pranalinga ("the reality of God which can be captured by the mind") also called Atmalinga or Shiva Linga In legend, it is said that the deity of the temple will bestow immense blessings to devotees, even to those who only glimpse it. Currently the administrative charge of the temple is with an Overseeing Committee under the Chairmanship of Justice BN Srikrishna, a Retired Justice of the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India. It is one of the 275 paadal petra sthalams expounded in the Tevaram, a sacred Tamil Shaivite text written during the 6th and 7th centuries by 63 saints called Nayanars.

Blessed to be here !! One of sacred temple to witness and touch the Maha Shiva's Atmalinga. Temple has major significance in hindusim. Being a very popular piligrim place, temple premises is not well maintained - Inside first circular chamber and outside is full of chaos on busy seasons - Lots of stray cows and their dungs, Littered thrash, footwear's lying on every side of road, too many shops, narrow congested roads. I guess Gokarna was not meant or planned to have a huge crowd. Gokarna faces heavy traffic due to narrow streets, too many shops and lots of stray cows. Every visitors should also contribute along with authorities to keep this holy place clean and neat. Notes: 1. Dhoti (White panche) is compulsory for male 2. Females visitors are allowed traditional wear - Saree or Chudidaar. In case of any other attire then they musy wear dhoti to cover lower body. 3. Prasad - Annadana, is served from temple side twice a day, noon 12-2 PM and Night 7:30-8:30 PM.

Visited 29th Jul 2021, all male visitors need to wear only Dothi. They are doing business inside temple, selling Dothi, even female wear jeans, not allowing, ask her to wear Dothi on top of jeans...many tourists are suffering

Famously known as Dakshina Kashi. But during peak hours or holidays, you won't get to see the temple properly in peace. Too much crowded. And even the road in front of temple that leads to beach is too crowded always. There used to be calmness earlier on. Now due to tourist attractions, the holiness is getting depleted. Just like how Kashi Vishwanath temple 's road that lead to river banks was cleaned up, it's high time that management, local authorities, government need to clean up the road in front that lead to sea, if you want to restore some holiness & serenity. I got to visit the temple in off hours where I couldn't go inside the main premises to see the idol, but could walk around in the outer premises. That was way peaceful enough.

Very positive vibes you will get once you enter the temple..! Historical Temple You will feel very positive. The area of the temple is so calm and all houses looks very good and pretty build with woods and clay roof tile!! Surrounded with Mother Nature- Tress, Beach, Wonderful Temples #mustvisit #positiveplace

One and only Athma Linga in the entire universe. It is a 4th century hindu temple located in Gokarna, Karnataka. Facing the Arabian sea and adjacent to Gokarna beach this place is one of the beautiful places in southern India. 130kms away from Goa and 75kms away from Murdeshwar, this place is accessible through buses and trains. Must visit!

Devine place. One of the holiest sites in South India. It is the site of the temple of the Atmalinga of Lord Shiva. Men have to compulsorily remove the shirt and baniyan while entering the holy sanctum along with leaving a lungi. The road leading up to it is very narrow and sometimes I wondered if we were even going on the correct road. It gets pretty crowded and hot here, so prepare accordingly. The ground can also get hot while traveling barefoot. Overall blessed to come here and visit the temple.Temple is walk in distance from main Gokarna beach. Restaurants & clothing shops nearby.

Well maintained. Located near the Gokarna beach.. Dhoti and masks are mandatory.

It was crowded, which is usual during the weekend. That too they closed for Maha Mangalarati which is also a common thing. These 2 schools came on excursion hence the queue was too long. The temperature inside the main temple and the vibe make you forget all that you had experienced in the temple to reach here. Indian Traditional outfits are compulsory. Keep a lungi and dupatta with you, so you don't have to buy one outside the temple and pay unnecessarily

Feels accomplished. Such a precious temple to visit across the Gokarna beach. Better to check the temple timings and plan your visit. I would recommend if visiting the temple reach temple premises atleast 20 mins in advance and stand in the queue, so that you can proceed to the as soon as they open the temple else it will be a long queue.

Mahabaleshwar Temple, Gokarna is a 4th-century temple in Gokharn. No foreigners allowed due to dress code. Lungi is required for men and female saree or salvar kurta. No minis or skirts. Temple is built in the classical Dravidian architectural style. It is a site of religious pilgrimage. The temple faces the Gokarna beach on the Arabian Sea. The temple deifies the Pranalinga also called Atmalinga or Shiva Linga, it is said that the deity of the temple will bestow immense blessings to devotees, even to those who only glimpse it. Toomuch crowd during maha Shivratri. Near to beach .

Visited during Sivaratri and the vibe was really good. Important matter for gents and ladies is costume. For males dhoti is and females Indian wear is must. I wore full length skirt and top still the security didn’t allow inside. As I understand long kurti with pants will be allowed. I felt very strict in terms of costume.

The place overflows with history. Such radiance in every inch of the temple. Things you need to know for entering the temple : dress code for women is Indian wear Dress code for boys : Panche, which is available at the temple premises itself.

Full of positive vibes. You have to wear a dhoti before entering, it's compulsory. Full of peace. Near to it there is a sea. Market is also there near to it. Must go. Your mind will get relax. Good vibes 🤗✌ Enjoy. Happy journey 🙏🙏🙏

Gokarna is a town on the Arabian Sea, in the southwestern Indian state of Karnataka. A popular pilgrimage destination for Hindus, it’s known for sacred sites like Mahabaleshwar Temple, which has a shrine dedicated to the deity Shiva. Nearby, Koti Teertha is a temple tank where devotees wash in the holy waters. The town is also home to beaches such as palm-lined Gokarna, in the center, plus Kudle and Om farther south.

Temple is soo gud nd very traditional there is entry with shirt banion or pant You must go with dothi it's self. There is no entry with shirt pant or jeans or short temple iss soo cool nd very nice very traditional temple nd a must visit place in gokarna athmalingaam mahabaleshwara swamy

Wonderful experience. Ancient. Ganapati temple nearby. Narrow roads though. If one has religious Hindu bend of mind, worth a visit

An old temple situating at near to a sea. The area was nice. A narrow road is leading us to parking area of temple,which is infront of the beach. The temple is now also in an old model and not rennovated anything,even boundary wall. As per history,first should visit mahabaleswara temple,who visiting murudeshwara temple, IF YOU WANT GENUINE AND DIRECTIONAL REVIEWS OF PLACES,HOTELS,RESTAURANTS AND ALL WHICH RELATED WITH GOOGLE MAP.....PLEASE FOLLOW ME IN GOOGLE MAP

Temple is built in huge area, there are temples of almost all major Hindu God and Goddess, statues of gods are really amazing. Nice place to visit and spend an hour or so.

1700 year old temple built in Dravida style by the Kadamba dynasty and developed by the Vijayanagar empire. Important pilgrimage place for Hindus. Strict dress code.

Most important pilgrim places for Hindus, it has the Atmalingam of lord Shiva, it is the only temple on earth to have Atmalingam,

This is a very old shiva temple. A nice place to visit if you are staying for 2-3 days in Gokarna. The history produced from wiki Mahabaleshwar Temple is built in 1215 AD as per historical records. This temple is built in Hemadpanti style.

Having the only atmalingam in the country this temple is already special. Points to keep in mind while planning to visit this : Need to enter in white/red lungi with no top for men. You can bath in ocean before taking another bath and visit the temple. Taxi/ auto available from railway station to mahabaleshwar temple at reasonable price. Cheap rooms available nearby for stays. Good filter coffee. Buses to murdeshwar can be taken which goes via Kumta at reasonable price.

Love the place and environment

Located in gokarna this beautiful temple makes this costal town even more beautiful. There are several shops and stalls selling stuffs in and around the temple. There are few veg restaurants around as well .

The Shiva temple is a divine haven of peace and spirituality. The architecture and aura create a serene atmosphere, and the priests are welcoming and knowledgeable. Whether you seek solace or wish to connect with the divine, this temple is a perfect choice. A definite 5-star rating for its spiritual significance and beauty.

Old temple of Lord Shiva in Gokarna village in Uttara Kanada district. This temple is very old. To enter the temple we need to be in proper dhoti and lungi Hindu attires as other dresses are not allowed. Also no leather items are allowed. Ladies can wear sarees and salwar to visit the temple. The temple timings are from 7 am to 8 pm in the evening. There is an beach near the temple where we can do camel ride and other fun activities.

Very rush temple and very long queue , dress code is there(dhotis for men ) , check timings before visiting the temple , parking is near to beach it’s a 10 mins walk from the temple

"Visiting Shri Mahabaleshwara Temple in Gokarna was a deeply spiritual and enriching experience. From the moment I entered the temple complex, I was enveloped in an aura of reverence and devotion. As I made my way through the sacred halls and courtyards, the rhythmic chants and the fragrance of incense filled the air, creating a sense of peace and serenity within me. The divine presence of Lord Shiva, the presiding deity of the temple, was palpable, and I felt a profound connection as I offered my prayers and performed rituals. Overall, my visit to Shri Mahabaleshwara Temple was a soul-stirring pilgrimage, reaffirming my faith and leaving me with cherished memories that I will carry in my heart forever. It's a sacred destination that holds a timeless appeal, welcoming devotees and seekers from all walks of life to experience the divine presence and find solace in its hallowed halls."

Shri Mahabaleshwar Swami Temple one of the famous temples of south india and there is a good history behind it, No Foreigners are allowed, Men are allowed with lungi as attire no jeans, pants or shorts and it can be bought outside from market, Women are allowed with traditional indian attires like saree....

Nice Experience ,I felt temple darshan timings should be changed Little bit for devotees whi are coming from near by place can go back after darshan evening darshan time needs to changed to (started at ) 4pm instead 5pm is what feel. Very strict about dresses for darshan (traditional dresses ia must ,panche for male and saree for female devotees) Due to Covid measure devotees are not allowed inside the garbha gudi . Amazing place to visit Om Namah shivaya 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

A must visit place in Gokarna, right next to maha Ganapathi temple. * Check for the parking beforehand and if bigger vehicles then do not enter this road use the other route as temple road narrows down in the end. * Carry vesti (Dhothi) if not it's available on the temple Street. * Wear Mask apart from compulsion, coz it's sometimes crowded. * Since temple Street is one-way check for exit routes

It's a very heritage temple. Around 20 years ago people are coming to do pooja on the pitr pakash days. You can not take a picture inside the temple. It's nearby the main Gokarna beach.

Sacred place. A religious place with mythological reason behind. Approach road is narrow, walking advisable. Men are allowed with bare body and dhoti only. Women devotees can enter with dress code as saree or salwar suit. After bath, before food darshan recommended.

Mahabaleshwara temple Gokarna is open for darshan with covid precautions..Pants are not allowed. Only mundu/panche allowed.