5 temples in Karnataka to visit during Navratri

Navratri is a nine-day festival, one of the most significant for Hindus across India. Here is a list of religious shrines in Karnataka where one can go and witness the grandeur of Navaratri celebrations.

Sri Sharadamba Temple: An 8th-century temple founded by Sri Adi Shankaracharya, Sri Sharadamba Temple is dedicated to the goddess Saraswati and is located in the holy town of Sringeri in Karnataka. Navaratri festival is celebrated on a grand scale every year for 11 days and devotees in large numbers throng the temple to seek blessings. Credit: www.sringeri.net

Kollur Mookambika Temple: Located in the Udupi District of Karnataka, the Kollur 'Shree Kshntram' is one among the seven abodes of Salvation, in the creation of Parashurama. Devi Mookambike is worshipped here as the Goddess Shakthi. Thousands of devotees visit the temple to find solace, and relief from their problems, pains and difficulties. On Vijayadashami, thousands of devotees perform the Aksharabhyasa Seva at the Saraswathi Mandap. Credit: www.kollurmookambika.org

Chamundeshwari Temple: This temple is situated on the top of Chamundi Hills about 13 kms from Mysuru. It is dedicated to Goddess Shakti and is about 13 kms from Mysuru. Credit: https://chamundeshwaritemple.in

Yellamma Temple, Saundatti: Yellamma temple is a temple dedicated to Goddess Renuka and is situated about 475 kms from Bengaluru. Credit: www.karnataka.com

Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple: Considered as one of the holiest temples in Karnataka, Sigandur Chowdeshwari temple draws a large number of devotees, especially during the Navratri. Located on the banks of the Sharavati River, people offer prayers to goddess Chowdeshwari seeking good health, wealth and prosperity in life. Credit: http://sigandurchowdeshwari.com