Dharmasthala Temple is also known as Sri Manjunatha Swamy Temple. It is located in town of Dharmasthala, Karnataka. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, worshipped as Manjunatha. Administered by the Jain Heggade family and served by Vaishnava priests. If you’re planning a visit, this guide details Dharmasthala Temple timings for darshan, pooja, aarti, and sevas to ensure a fulfilling pilgrimage.
Dharmasthala Temple Darshan Timings:
- Regular Days:
- Morning: 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM
- Evening: 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM
- Festival Days (Laksha Deepotsava, Maha Shivaratri, Navratri):
- Extended hours: 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM
- Closed: 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM for cleaning and maintenance.
Sarva Darshan is free, while Special Darshan (₹200) and VIP Darshan (₹500-₹1000) reduce waiting time to 30-45 minutes.
Pooja Timings:
- Shatharudra Abhishekam: 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM (₹350).
- Sahasra Namarchana: 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM (₹50).
- Maha Pooja: 12:00 PM and 8:30 PM (₹200).
- Panchamrutha Abhishekam: 8:30 AM (₹150, Mondays).
- Navakalasha Abhishekam: 12:30 PM (₹1000, special days).
Special poojas like Ranga Pooja (₹9500-₹17,000, Mondays/Fridays) and Silver Palaki Utsava (₹6000) are popular during festivals. During Laksha Deepotsava arrive by 6:00 AM to avoid crowed.
Aarti Timings:
- Morning Aarti: 7:00 AM.
- Midday Aarti: 12:15 PM.
- Evening Aarti: 6:30 PM.
- Night Aarti: 8:30 PM.
Seva Timings and Offerings:
- Nitya Annadanam: 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
- Mudi Seva: 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM (hair offering).
- Thulabhara Seva: 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM (₹500).
- Bilva Pathrarchana: 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM (₹10).
Book sevas at temple office (+91-8256-277121).
How to Reach Dharmasthala Temple:
- By Road: 72 km from Mangalore (1.5 hours).
- By Train: Yedamangala Station (74 km).
- By Air: Mangalore Airport (75 km).
Travel Tips:
- Dress Code: Men: Dhoti/pancha (no shirt). Women: Saree/churidar. No shorts/Western dress.
- Best Time: November-February (20-30°C). Avoid June-September (monsoons).
- Note: No mobiles inside. Use cloakroom.