'''Udupi''' is a coastal town in the western ghats region of Karnataka state, in Southern India. It is a very old temple city that is famous for its Krishna temple. It is a birth place for many nationalized banks and Manipal within Udupi city is important educational and medical centre in Karnataka. Its the second largest city in Coastal Karnataka after Mangalore.

Understand

Udupi City at present has Manipal, Malpe and surrounding areas as its suburbs.

Climate

The weather is fairly equable throughout the year, due to the nearby Arabian sea. Temperature ranges from 30 to 35 degrees centigrade in day time and is around 25 degrees during the night. Humidity is normally high most of the time.

The rainy season is from April to September. At this time the ''monsoon'' shows its true colours in this area. Within seconds, you can find yourself soaked in kilo-litres of rain water.

Get in

Udupi is around 406 km from Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka.

By air

  • '''Mangalore International Airport''' is 59 km from Udupi, in Mangalore and has connectivity with Mumbai,Bangalore,Goa,Kozhikode,Trivandrum,Bahrain,Dubai,Abu Dhabi,Kuwait,Muscat and Doha.
  • Prepaid taxis (non air-conditioned) can be booked from the counter located inside the arrival terminal at Rs. 780.00 (as on 14-Jun-2008). Time for travel varies between 1:15 to 1:30.

    By train

  • Udupi is a major station on the '''Konkan railway route'''. There are connections with Mumbai and Mangalore. Major trains including Rajadhani Express stop at Udupi Railway Station. However, there is no direct connection to Bangalore. A night train is available from Mangalore to Bangalore. For more information regarding trains by visit [http://irctc.co.in/ IRCTC] page or [http://www.indianrail.gov.in/ Indian Railways].
  • By car

  • Udupi is located right on a national highway connecting Mangalore with Mumbai. For a city-weary person, a journey on this highway will really lighten up the spirits.
  • From Bangalore, you first need to come to Mangalore via another national highway which mostly passes through zig-zag roads of hilly terrain.
  • By bus

  • Different type of buses regularly travel from major southern cities to Udupi. You may choose from Volvo (AC buses), Airbuses or KSRTC buses depending on your budget.
  • Get around

    There are various Devi temples around Udupi. They are
  • Shri Janardana and Mahakali Temple, Ambalpady
  • Shri Mahishamardhini Temple, Kadiyali
  • Shri Panchadurgaparameshwari Temple, Indrali
  • Shri Jayadurgaparameshwari Temple, Kannarpady
  • Venkatarman Temple, Udupi
  • You can also visit the birth place of the great Dwaita philosopher, Madhwacharya at Pajaka which is approximately 10 km from Udupi.

    Visit Manipal(The Educational City of South India)its hardly 5 km from Udupi.for more details visit http://www.manipal.edu

    Watch the sunset in Malpe beach where you can take fantastic pictures of sunset in the background of St Marys island.

    See

    It has excellent scenic places around it also. The more apt thing would be to say that the every place in this region is scenic. Picturesque beaches and lush greenery around the city are really exemplary. Be ready for at least 3 to 4 days of stay to explore the whole area around this place.

  • 800 years old '''Shri Krishna Mutt''' temple in Udupi.
  • Do

    St. Mary's island which has rock formations created by a uniquely artistic mixture of volcanic lava flow and sea wave action.

    Buy

    The 'Wheat Halwa', Banana Halwa that is made up of Ghee and the 'Banana Chips' of this place are well-known. Mango pickles from here are great as well. Purchase these items from local landmark 'Diana Stores' or any local store. Enquire in any of these local stores for other local coastal delicacies.

    Shopping

    You can approach Sampoorna Departmental Store in car street or Little Pai Super store near Gitanjali theatre for your general purchases.

  • '''Pantaloon Retail India Limited''' has opened its hypermarket format '''Big Bazaar''' in heart of Udupi city near Taluk office. The store is 40,000 sq ft in area and is equpped with escalators. It has brought a new dimension for shopping to citizens of Udupi.
  • Udupi is famous for traditional jewelry. Abaharan and Swarna are famous jewelers in Udupi.

    Eat

  • '''Mitra Samaja''', Near the Krishna temple, within the temple complex. Over fifty years old, it is a local institution. You can sample authentic Udupi dishes like 'Goli Bhaje, 'Dosa' ,'Idli' and 'Medu Wada' with 'Sambar' and authentic Coconut Chutney. This small eatery has found mention in ''The Indian Express'' and ''Outlook Magazine''.
  • '''Diana''', at the Diana Circle opposite the Fish Market. An institution for 'fast food" Indian-style; the 'Channa Pathora', 'Banana Bonda' and 'Veg Noodles' are favourites. The Veg cutlets here also are yummy.In the weekends, this restaurant is packed with college students. Being situated at a busy junction affords good view of the bustle outside, especially when seen from the first floor section.Not to forget the famous "Gadbad" ice cream served at Diana's.
  • '''Woodlands'''near Adamaru matha choultry is a south indian vegeterian restaurant serving good food.It also serves north Indian style vegeterian food.
  • '''Hotel Kushi''', Located at Santhekatte around 5 km from Udupi on N.H. 17, near to Robosoft Technologies, is a local and one of the most famous restaurant and an ice cream parlour. You can sample authentic Udupi dishes like 'Goli Bhaje, 'Masala Dosa' ,'Idli Vada Sambar' with the special Coconut Chutney. You can also try the Grape juice and the lassi which is very famous. This small eatery, has served the people for around 20 years.
  • '''Amanthrana''' is a famous multicusine vegetarian restaurant near Gitanjali theatre.
  • '''Campus Veg treat''' within Summer Park hotel complex near Gitanjali theatre is a multicuisine vegtetarian restaurant which opened recently. Try Mushroom Handi Biryani over there.
  • '''Parivar''' and ''' Sri Venkateshwara Sweets and Condiments''' located in Sanskrit College Road are famous for sweets, bakery products and chat items.
  • '''Thamboolam''' is a famous non vegetarian restaurant located near Kalpana theatre.
  • '''7 Bees''' located at K. M. Marg is a famous fast food restaurant.
  • You can have the taste of '''''"Charmuri Upkari"''''' one of the famous taste of Udupi from different small mobile shops at '''Rathabeedi'''.
  • Drink

  • At '''Mitra Samaja''', you can try authentic filter coffee (coffee brewed from beans grown in South India, boiled with milk and sugar).If you want a cold drink, try "Badam Milk" (milkshake flavoured with almond and sugar).
  • You can try different on the spot prepared flavoured soft drinks at '''Madhavendra Juice Centre''' which is located in Car street on Tenkapet Road.
  • You can always try the famous Ginger soda which is available at all local shops.
  • Sleep

  • Hotel Udupi Residency. ear service Bus Stand. 1-820-2530005. ny time. 4 Hours. s. 800/-. Udupi Residency is centrally air-conditioned, and all 33 rooms have a full range of amenities, from attached baths, air-conditioning and dining facilities to cable television and Internet access</sleep>

    Don't forget to relax in Hoode-Kemmannu house boats. Its just 13 km from Lord Krishna Temple.

  • Hotel Kidiyoor. ear Bus stop. 4 hrs. 50.

    Get out

    '''Religious Places around Udupi'''

  • Gomteshwar jain temple (50 km away)
  • Bahubali jain temple
  • Parshwanath jain temple with thousand pillars (80 km away)
  • Murudeshwar mahadev temple (150 km)
  • The small village of Barkur has many temples and is an architectural delight, situated near Brahmavar
  • '''Major beaches'''

  • Malpe (9 km). Here you will get the Passenger boats to St.Mary's Island.
  • Kaup (30 km). Also houses a functional light house.
  • Murudeshwar beach (150 km). Shiva temple on beach and a fishing hub.
  • Gokarna Beach (250 km towards Goa)