Things to Do in Managaluru
Mangaluru has both coastal and inland attractions, and you just need to take your pick. You can even use the city as a base for further travels within the Karnataka state. To help you decide on your Mangaluru adventure, check out the available holiday packages from La Vacanza.
See the temples.
Mangaluru is home to several temples, including the Kudtheri Mahamaya Temple, which is one of the oldest and historic in the state. Other temples you can visit include the Magaladevi Temple and the Shree Kalikamba Vinayaka Temple.
Take a trip outside the city.
One of the best features of Mangaluru is that it can be used as a starting point for further adventures. There's the coast on one end and the mountains on the other. You simply have to choose what kind of journey you want. Outdoor lovers will enjoy what the Western Ghats has to offer. There is also an all-in-one place a bit further from the city called Pilikula Nisargadhama that the whole family can enjoy.
Try different Indian dishes.
You can try a variety of Indian dishes while in the city. You can start off with restaurants serving Udupi cuisine (South Indian) then move on to taste dishes from the North. The spicy seafood offering in Mangaluru is a must-try as well.
Sights to See in Mangaluru
Whether you like spending time in the mountains or heading off to the beach, there's something for you to enjoy in Mangularu. Holiday packages to the city include sights that shouldn't be missed, and those include:
Mangaladevi Temple.
This temple is dedicated to the god Shakti in the form of Mangaladevi. Built in Kerala-style architecture, its history dates back to the 9th century.
Panambur Beach.
Mamgularu has several beaches, and this is ideal for those who don't like crowded beaches.
Someshwar Beach.
The rocky beachface makes this dangerous for swimming, but it is a great place to watch beautiful sunsets.
Pilikula Nisargadhama.
This multi-purpose facility is scenic and offers fun activities for the family. It features a lake, which can be explored by boat; a botanical garden; a zoo and water park; a 3D planetarium; and a golf course.
Mangaluru – Holiday Tour Packages
Mangaluru is known as the “Gateway to Karnataka,” a southwestern Indian state that can trace its history back to the Paleolithic. Reminders of the state's past have touched the city of Mangaluru, with several temples to show for it.
While there are lots of religious structures to admire, the city is also home to a number of beaches. Enjoying all of these and more is possible by simple booking holiday packages to Mangaluru.