#68 Sri Ekanatheshwari Temple, Barkuru, Udupi district, Karnataka

Located in the historic town of Barkur, Udupi district, Karnataka, the Sri Ekanatheshwari Temple is one of the most revered shrines dedicated to Goddess Ekanatheshwari, an incarnation of Goddess Parvati. The temple holds deep cultural and spiritual significance, as Barkur was once a flourishing capital of the Alupa dynasty, known for its heritage and cluster of ancient temples.

The temple architecture reflects traditional coastal Karnataka style, with beautifully carved wooden structures and a serene temple tank adding to its charm. Devotees strongly believe that Goddess Ekanatheshwari safeguards the town and blesses her devotees with health, prosperity, and wellbeing.



Apart from the main deity, the temple also houses shrines dedicated to Lord Mahaganapathi, Subramanya, Naga Devatas, and Veerabhadra, making the premises spiritually rich and diverse.

Devotees are offered Anna Prasada (meals) daily in the temple dinning hall.

:round_pushpin:Location: Sri Ekanatheshwari Temple, Barkuru, Udupi district, Karnataka

Timings: 6:30 AM – 7:50 PM

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Great pictures @saidevadiga :folded_hands:

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Thank you @AbhijeetUniyal :folded_hands:

Daily Prasada is a nice feature of this temple.
It seems they get good donations @saidevadiga
Nice photos that capture the various sections of the temple. :+1:

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In Udupi, most temples serve meals daily, and that’s how Udupi hotels became famous for their food. @TusharSuradkar

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wow…!
That’s so fabulous @saidevadiga
I did not know about this bit :+1:
Thanks a bunch for this.
I am curious to know more about Udupi food and hotels - they are all over in Pue where I live.

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Yes, Udupi food has spread far and wide, even outside Karnataka. I’ll share more about Udupi cuisine and hotels in my upcoming posts. @TusharSuradkar