Shri Murudeshwar Temple is located in Murudeshwar, Karnataka. It is surrounded by the Arabian Sea on three sides. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, worshipped as Murudeshwara. Renowned for its 123-foot-tall Shiva statue. If you’re planning a visit, this guide details Murudeshwar Temple timings for darshan, pooja, aarti, and sevas to ensure a blissful pilgrimage.
Murudeshwar Temple Darshan Timings:
- Regular Days:
- Morning: 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM
- Evening: 3:00 PM to 8:30 PM
- Festival Days (Maha Shivaratri, Karthik Purnima):
- Extended hours: 5:00 AM to 9:30 PM
- Closed: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (Lunch Break).
General Darshan is free, while Special Darshan (₹100) and VIP Darshan (₹500) offer quick access. During Maha Shivaratri arrive by 5:30 AM to avoid heavy crowed.
Pooja Timings:
- Morning Pooja: 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM (₹200).
- Rudrabhishekam: 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM (₹55-₹250).
- Panchamrita Abhishekam: 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM (₹300).
- Maha Pooja: 12:15 PM to 1:00 PM (₹500).
- Night Pooja: 7:15 PM to 8:15 PM (₹200).
Special poojas like Bilvarchana (₹100) and Chandan Abhishekam (₹500) are popular during Karthik Purnima.
Aarti Timings:
- Morning Aarti: 6:45 AM
- Midday Aarti: 12:30 PM
- Evening Aarti: 7:30 PM
- Karpura Aarti: 8:15 PM
The Evening Aarti at 7:30 PM, is a highlight, reach by 7:15 PM. During Maha Shivaratri, extra aartis at 5:00 AM and 9:00 PM.
Seva Timings and Offerings:
- Panchakajjaya Seva: 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Annadanam Seva: 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Nanda Deepa Seva: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Sarva Deva Pooja: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Book at temple office (+91-8385-260330).
How to Reach Murudeshwar Temple:
- By Road: 162 km from Mangalore.
- By Train: Murudeshwar Station (2 km).
- By Air: Mangalore Airport (165 km).
Travel Tips:
- Dress Code: Men: Dhoti/mundu. Women: Saree/salwar. No jeans/shorts.
- Best Time: October-March (20-30°C). Avoid June-September (monsoons).
- Note: No mobiles inside. Use lockers (₹10). Visit the Shiva statue cave (₹20 entry).