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Wonderful Places to Visit in Manipal

Attractive Places to Visit in Manipal

Manipal is a beautiful town located in the Western Ghats of Karnataka. The town has a vibrant culture and offers a variety of attractions, including lakes, temples and parks.

The End Point

The End Point: A popular spot for sunset viewing and picnics, offering panoramic views of the Arabian Sea and Western Ghats.

The famous beach at Manipal offers you an amazing view of the Arabian Sea which is one of its main attractions. It also has a beautiful sandbank called “End Point” which is said to have been formed by God himself as he created earth from watery chaos. This place is also very close to Goa’s famous beaches like Anjuna Beach, Vagator Beach etc., making it an ideal spot for tourists who want to enjoy both Goa’s beaches and their own local one!

Manipal Lake

Manipal Lake is a serene lake surrounded by lush greenery, ideal for boating and picnics. It has a sandy beach where you can relax after a day of sightseeing or shopping in the Manipal Shopping areas. The lake also hosts an annual cultural festival that celebrates the heritage of Manipal along with its diverse culture and traditions.

The beauty of this place cannot be missed by visitors who visit it as they pass by on their way to other destinations in India or elsewhere around the world!

KMC Greens

KMC Greens: A beautiful garden with walking trails, fountains, and colorful flowers, perfect for a leisurely stroll.

The KMC College of Management Studies (KMC) has a beautiful garden that you can enjoy while taking a break from your studies or just walking around. The campus is located at the heart of Manipal city which makes it easy to reach by public transport as well as car. The main attraction of this place is its architecture which is designed by renowned architect John D'Lima who also designed Hyderabad's Golconda Fort and Chandigarh's Secretariat Complex among others; so if you want to see some good architecture then definitely check out this place!

Udupi Sri Krishna Matha

This temple is located in Udupi, and it's dedicated to Lord Krishna. The temple is known for its intricate carvings and architecture. It's also a popular tourist destination.

St. Mary's Island

St. Mary's Island is a picturesque island off the coast of Malpe beach, famous for its unique hexagonal basalt rock formations. The island hosts a variety of birds and animals, including monkeys and turtles. It also has some interesting rock formations that can be seen from above:

The Rock Garden - This area is home to many different types of rocks including stalactites, stalagmites and columns; you'll find yourself surrounded by these natural wonders while walking around this area!

Sugar Cane Gatherers' Folk Museum - If you're looking for something different then check out this museum which tells the story behind how sugar cane was harvested in India throughout history until today!

Malpe Beach

Malpe beach is a clean and pristine beach with clear blue waters, offering various water sports activities. It is one of the most popular beaches for swimming, surfing and fishing in Manipal. The beach has been awarded as “Best Beach” by The Times Of India.

The beach offers you an excellent view of Malpe river mouth where you can watch ships coming into port at high tide or taking out cargo from their holds during low tide. You can also go fishing here if you want to catch your own meal!

Manipal Museum of Anatomy and Pathology

Manipal Museum of Anatomy and Pathology is a renowned museum located in Manipal, Karnataka. It is famous for its preserved specimens and models related to human anatomy and pathology. The museum has been established in 1898 by Dr. B G Cowasjee who was the founder principal of Raja Rammohan Roy College (now known as Raja Rammohan Roy Arts & Science College) at that time.

The museum houses about 55000 specimens including skeletons, skulls, skeletons with teeth etc., which have been collected from various parts of India over many years by various eminent doctors such as M D Tata (1876-1949), E V Ramanathan (1900-1969) etc., who were involved in research work on anatomy or pathology at various places across India during those times when Indians were not allowed inside European universities due to racial discrimination against them due their skin colour so they had no choice but go outside India where they could study without any restrictions imposed upon them by Europeans!

Hasta Shilpa Heritage Village

Hasta Shilpa Heritage Village: A unique museum showcasing traditional Indian architecture, crafts and culture

Hasta Shilpa is a heritage village located in Manipal. The place has been developed as a heritage tourism destination to showcase traditional Indian architecture, crafts and culture. It is built on the banks of river Vaigai which flows through the city. This provides an excellent setting for the village which has been designed to reflect its location within India’s cultural landscape. The architecture includes traditional Manipal Temples and pilgrimage sites Jain temples and Buddhist shrines along with colonial buildings representing British rule over India during colonial times such as barracks or barracks etc.. You can also see modern structures like hospitals that were built by philanthropists who wanted to give something back to their community after independence was achieved in 1947 before then came World War II which led many people away from home due  to persecution against them because they were different from other people across borders created by imperialist powers such as Britain/France/Japan etc...

Venugopal Temple

Venugopal Temple is a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Venugopal, known for its vibrant and intricate carvings. The temple is located in Manipal city and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region.

Venugopal Temple has been around since ancient times, but it was not until recent years that this temple gained popularity as a tourist destination. The reason why people come here are because they want to see how beautifully carved out these sculptures are.

Manipal End Point Park

Manipal End Point Park: A popular park with a jogging track, children's play area, and a breathtaking view of the End Point. The park is located near Manipal University and is a popular spot for picnics and relaxation.

The views from here are spectacular!

Manipal Doddabettu Peak

Manipal Doddabettu Peak is a popular trekking spot, with scenic views of the Western Ghats and nearby areas. It is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Manipal.

The peak has a height of 1419 meters above sea level and lies in Taluka-Karnataka, India on Kudremukh National Park (KKNP). The trekking route starts from Valapad village and ends at Menkamma Temple or Sistru or even Kuruvilla Hillock if you are lucky enough to reach there on time!

Udupi Anantheshwara Temple

Udupi Anantheshwara Temple is a famous temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, known for its rich history and intricate carvings. The temple is located in Udupi and has been there since the 9th century AD. It was built by the King of Kalyana, who was also called by his title “Hari Krishna”. He built this temple as a place where all Hindus could come together and worship their gods together.

The architecture of this temple features many intricate carvings on its walls, which depict scenes from Hindu mythology such as Hanuman riding on an eagle; Kartikeya riding on Garuda; Bhairava killing Naraka; Indra riding Varuṇa; Parvathi dancing with Skanda Shiva and so on!

Kadiyali Mahishamardini Temple

Kadiyali Mahishamardini Temple: A popular temple dedicated to the fierce form of Goddess Durga, known for its unique architecture. The temple complex was built in 2nd century BC and has been renovated several times since then.

The temple has a main hall with an outer sanctum housing statues of deities and their attendants on either side of it. This hall leads into another smaller hall which houses a small shrine dedicated to Mahishamardini (the female form of Lord Shiva) who is said to be seated on a lion throne while standing on two elephants!

Manipal Anatomy and Physiology Museum

Manipal Anatomy and Physiology Museum is located in the heart of Manipal, a city with a rich history. The museum has a wide range of exhibits that showcase human anatomy and physiology. It also has an extensive collection of specimens including bones, teeth, skin samples etc., which provides visitors with an opportunity to learn about the body systems through these specimens.

The museum has been catering to medical students since its inception; however it has recently begun attracting tourists as well due to its unique exhibitions like ‘Deformities’ where people can see deformities caused by birth defects or accidents such as clubfoot etc..

Manipal Planetarium

The Manipal Planetarium is a large dome-shaped building. It is used to show the night sky, the earth and the solar system. The planetarium can be used for educational purposes as well as entertainment. There are also special shows that are performed here in addition to regular shows like “Stargaze” or “The Great Indian Epochal Sky Survey” which will give you an insight into how our universe came into being and what it means for us today.