Visiting Kukke feels like stepping into a combination of myth, nature, and devotion. The sound of the river, chants, the greenery, and the sense of history all blend to give a strong feeling of calm and spiritual solace. For many, the rituals (especially about snakes / serpent worship) feel deeply symbolic—of fear, protection, karmic balance, and hope.
Famous for rituals related to Naga Dosha. Surrounded by Western Ghats forest beauty. River dip at Kumaradhara is a must before darshan. Anna Prasada (free meals) for all devotees daily.
Timings (as per temple schedule) Morning Darshan: 6:30 AM – 1:30 PM Evening Darshan: 3:30 PM – 8:00 PM Poojas like Ashlesha Bali and Sarpa Samskara happen in specific slots; devotees usually pre-book.
🚌 How to Reach By Train: Nearest station is Subrahmanya Road (SBHR), ~12 km away. By Road: Well-connected from Mangaluru (105 km), Bengaluru (280 km), Mysuru (180 km). By Air: Nearest airport is Mangaluru International...
Read moreDaily 2 times food will provide here Afternoon and night.
This temple is comes under state government
Dinning hall no neatness batch to batch team has to clean the floor clean but no clean , while steeping on the floor each step we have take care dont no when we will get skid , for this reason I have less 1 star in rating , request to govt / Temple admin must see on this..
Food hall is very small entry and exit , day by day devotees are increasing immediately government should see on this to build new Prasada nilaya
Food wise quality and service is very Good ..
Good initiative by Government...
Read moreOne among the best Temple meals provided .The quality of food given is very very good. Red Coloured Coconut chutney with mustard seeds takes the flavour to the peak . Rasam is so tasty with jeera flavour. Sambar has variety of Vegetables with thickness in nature . Payasa, which is served at last but one in the menu of meals gives you an satisfied feeling with the sweetness remaining in mouth very long . Finally , the course of meals is finished with the serving of majjige (buttermilk) which enhances your rice-sambar taste to...
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