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Udupi, a divine shrine !!!!, originally uploaded by Sanjay, the Recluse !.

Udupi is a divine shrine in the coastal region of Western Ghats. Situated about 60 kms from Mangalore, it is a fairly large and upcoming town. It is the center for education, social and religious activities in the district of South Canara. It is known for the famous Sri Krishna temple. Another attraction of this temple is the 'Kanakana Kindi' -a small window through which Krishna is believed to have given darshan to his ardent devotee, Kanakadasa. There are three temples in Udupi; Chandreshwara, Anantheshwara and Sri Krishna temple. Chandreshwara and Anatheshwara are the most ancient temples of Udupi.

Udupi is also famous for Ashta Mathas or monasteries,