What to expect
Highlights
- The largest Marikamba (Durga) temple in Karnataka.
- The biennial Marikamba Jatra fair.
- The ornate shrine and temple tank.
Sirsi Marikamba Temple
The Marikamba Temple at Sirsi, built around 1688, is the largest temple to the goddess Marikamba (a form of Durga) in Karnataka. The richly decorated shrine holds a tall, striking image of the goddess.
Practical guide
Plan Sirsi Marikamba Temple
Typetemple
Nearest baseSirsi
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed45 minutes to an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseSirsi
DistrictUttara Kannada
Place typetemple
Time needed45 minutes to an hour.
The Marikamba Temple at Sirsi, built around 1688, is the largest temple to the goddess Marikamba (a form of Durga) in Karnataka. The richly decorated shrine holds a tall, striking image of the goddess.
Sirsi is best known for the Marikamba Jatra, a huge fair held once every two years, when the goddess is taken in procession and lakhs of people gather — one of the biggest festivals in the state.
Visiting
Sirsi Marikamba Temple — at a glance
Timings~6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 - 8:30 PM (confirm)
Best timeOctober to February; Marikamba Jatra (~Mar, every 2 years)
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Sirsi Marikamba Temple
Sirsi town, ~100 km from Karwar; bus/taxi
A living temple — footwear off, modest dress; huge crowds in a Jatra year.
Getting there
How to visit
- In Sirsi town, the inland hub of the district, ~100 km from Karwar; reach it by bus or taxi.
- A living temple — footwear off and modest dress; the biennial Jatra (usually Mar) brings enormous crowds, so plan accordingly.
Distance by road
- Panaji (Goa)100 km
- Hubballi165 km
- Udupi175 km
- Mangaluru270 km
- Bengaluru500 km
Road km to Uttara Kannada; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; the Marikamba Jatra (every two years, ~Mar) is the great event.
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Visitor notes
- A living temple — footwear off, dress modestly, and expect huge crowds in a Jatra year.
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Sirsi Marikamba Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Sirsi Marikamba Temple?
October to February; the Marikamba Jatra (every two years, ~Mar) is the great event.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sirsi Marikamba Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: ~6:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 4:00 - 8:30 PM (confirm). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Sirsi Marikamba Temple?
In Sirsi town, the inland hub of the district, ~100 km from Karwar; reach it by bus or taxi. A living temple — footwear off and modest dress; the biennial Jatra (usually Mar) brings enormous crowds, so plan accordingly.
How much time do I need for Sirsi Marikamba Temple?
45 minutes to an hour.
What else is near Sirsi Marikamba Temple?
Nearby you can pair Sahasralinga (12.5 km), Sonda Vadiraja Matha (13.4 km), Manjuguni Venkataramana Temple (19.0 km), Banavasi Madhukeshwara Temple (21.0 km).
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- Sirsi Marikamba Temple:Rajen.bhat, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0