Sringeri

A profoundly serene pilgrimage town in the Western Ghats where Adi Shankaracharya established his first monastic centre (Sringeri Sharada Peetham) in the 8th century. The Sharadamba Temple, Vidyashankara Temple (whose pillars cast zodiac shadows), and the Tunga River create a deeply spiritual atmosphere.

Pairs well with

Udupi· 2h awayChikmagalur· 2h awayBelur & Halebidu· 3h awayJog Falls· 3h awayBekal· 4h away

When to go

Month-by-month fit