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Udupi Sri Krishna Matha

Udupi, Karnataka, India

4.7 (0)

Overview

Madhvacharya's 13th-century Krishna temple where the deity is viewed through the silver-plated Kanakana Kindi window — cradle of Dvaita philosophy and Udupi cuisine.

Why visit: Darshan through a window, and the food culture that named a thousand restaurants.

History: Founded by Madhvacharya; the window recalls devotee Kanakadasa, denied entry, for whom Krishna turned around.

Things to do

›Kanakana Kindi darshan
›Ashta mathas circuit
›Temple-street thalis
›Car Street evenings

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Travel Information

Best time

Year-round; Paryaya festival (even Januaries)

Entry fee

Free

Est. budget

₹200–600

Duration

Half day

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