Manjunatha Temple

Karnataka


A striking Kerala-style temple with meticulously renovated woodcarvings and a pyramidal roof of gold-plated copper plates. Three elephants trunk out blessings to pilgrims outside; men have to enter bare-chested, with legs covered. You can fast-track the queue if you pay ₹200.


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