Mangalore, officially known as Mangaluru, stands as a major industrial port city in the Indian state of Karnataka, situated on the captivating west coast of India. This city is renowned for its breathtaking beaches, rich cultural diversity, and thriving seaports. Additionally, Mangalore is a pivotal business hub, known for its cleanliness and is considered one of the rapidly developing cities in India. While there is an abundance of treasures to explore in Mangalore, it’s nearly impossible to capture them all in a single post. However, I’ve taken a small step to assist fellow tourists in swiftly discovering some remarkable places.
Places to Explore:
Pilikula Regional Science Centre - https://goo.gl/maps/SueBJQUxAPn8B812A
Manasa Amusement Park - https://goo.gl/maps/bhmbT8CTzKqpUwZx6
Kadri Park - https://goo.gl/maps/ckE6Xrfog9jyDGQy9
Arbi falls - https://goo.gl/maps/fyaRdrkh1TkaUYZD9
Pilikula Nisargadhama - https://goo.gl/maps/tYV1rZWVM1ELiWY26
Panambur Beach - https://goo.gl/maps/FgZdtpyDqBYwaqD9A
Tannir Bavi Beach - https://goo.gl/maps/SBGnyZZiQoDgjq4FA
Historical Places
Srimanthi Bai Memorial Government Museum - https://goo.gl/maps/MyjBvExMznWgfJ5b8
Archeological museum founded in 1865 exhibits artefacts, such as coins, manuscripts & sculptures.
Sultan Bathery - https://goo.gl/maps/wX7hNQ2SrAMqpdKr8
A watchtower was constructed in 1784 by Tipu Sultan. It includes an underground storage area once used for storing gunpowder. Historically, it’s believed to have a secret route leading to Mysore, though it is currently closed.
Aloyseum (St Aloysius museum) - https://goo.gl/maps/9DkcbaQZbQ5mjKQR7
Started in 1913 by the Italian Jesuit Fr Chiapi with minerals, herbarium and a collection of Roman coins, a gift of the Collegio Vieta, Italy.
Religious Places
St. Joseph Vaz Shrine - https://goo.gl/maps/kLJ8TiypgRfjj2xw7
The place is known for a mircale where, when Fr Joseph Vaz was about to be killed, he went down on his knee, lifted his hands and pressed his staff hard on the ground and prayed. From the spot where he pressed his knee and the staff, springs of water gushed out and a bright light shone around him.
Infant Jesus Shrine - https://goo.gl/maps/pKUFPjMPa7m5UBjYA
A magnificent shrine dedicated to Baby Jesus at Carmel Hill, Mangalore by the Carmelites. Five huge columns encircle and uphold the main structure while rising to a height nearly double that of the roof and converging under a globe atop which is planted a luminescent Cross. While at the base the shrine is hexagonal, the roofing is pentagonal.
Kadri Shree Manjunatha Temple - https://goo.gl/maps/faHrzPW4QE7UtJM39
Hindu temple, founded in the 10th or 11th century, with bronze statues. This temple has Hindu and Buddhist histories. This temple was known as Kadri Manjunatha where Manjunatha relates to Shiva and Kadri is derived from Kadri Vihara which was a Buddhist monastery of the Vajrayana cult. In front of the temple, at a height, there are a number of water ponds. There’s a garden surrounding the ponds.
Mahatobhaara Shri Mangaladevi Temple - https://goo.gl/maps/qidUgymk2JUfXsPNA
The temple is of significant antiquity and is believed to have been built during the 9th century by Kundavarman, the most famous king of the Alupa dynasty during the 9th century, under the patronage of Matsyendranath. As per another legend, the temple is believed to have been built by Parashurama, one of the ten avatars of the Hindu god Vishnu and later expanded by Kundavarman.
St. Aloysius Chapel - https://goo.gl/maps/MKNePXueZGs3NHei6
Built in 1885 by Rev Father Joseph Willy, is a replica of world renowned Sistine Chapel at Rome. Bro. Antonio took only two and a half years to complete the work in Mangalore.
Mangalorean Cuisine Favorites:
Here are some must-try places for experiencing the delectable Mangalorean cuisine.
Fish Market Restaurant Balmatta - https://goo.gl/maps/dHNjRziyoZ5LVfnL9
Anjal (Kurimolag), Nawabi Kabab, Prawns Butter Fry, Fish Molee, Pista Badam Kheer, Fish Curry Meal, Neer Dosa & Kaltappa.
Bombay Lucky Restaurant - https://goo.gl/maps/mNoDkk3ytkJGzLoj6
Chicken Biryani & Lime Tea
Madhuvan’s Village - https://goo.gl/maps/oijBDBijUN9GyHke7
Ghee Roast with Neer Dosa, Fish Thali, Non-Veg Thali, Kori Roti, Chicken Sukka, Butter Garlic Prawns
New Tajmahal Cafe Private Ltd - https://goo.gl/maps/SaGKBd4tYThbu4Rc6
Pure Veg Restaurant, is the best option for Breakfast
Try Mangalorean Authentic Dishes like Pathrode, Moode, Buns, Kottige-Sambar, Banana Halwa, Holige, Kadle Upkari,
Ideal Cream Parlour (Pabbas) - https://goo.gl/maps/Vw15BYDW6VCPVyrS8 | https://goo.gl/maps/EXWJEX45Kkq78UfM6
Gadbad, Parfait, Dilkush, Tiramisu, Veg Cutlet
Machali - https://goo.gl/maps/vgYGPViTGEgEasc9A
Fish Curry With Rice, Chicken Biryani with Chicken Ghee Roast, Fish Fry
GiriManja’s- https://goo.gl/maps/DvhQdVZDPu4g2e4K7
Fish Curry With Rice, Seafood Ghee Roast or Masala Fry
Pereira’s Restaurant - https://goo.gl/maps/DaW8cr5J7HiPjRYw6
All meat preparations in Mangalorean Style with Neer Dosa or Sanna.
For more such amazing places with tips you can check this list https://goo.gl/maps/WBm1vKw5eCstG3yq6
If you feel I have missed any places please do share in the comments so I can add them to the list.
