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Uppin Ganpati Temple Overview

Another one of the famous Gokarna tourist places with religious significance is the Uppin Ganpati Temple. Also known as Vinayakar Temple, this beautiful temple has one of the most stunning architectures in Gokarna.

Formerly, this temple used to be dedicated to Lord Shiva, and it is after the statue of Ganesha was brought here from Kumta, that the temple started to be dedicated to Lord Ganesh. The temple also has a main hall in addition to an arch. It also offers stunning vistas of the surrounding lush green areas.

Location:
Uppin Ganapati, Kumta

Best Time to visit:
Tourists can visit the temple throughout the year.

Distance from Gokarna Bus Main Stand, Banglegudda:
The distance between the two places is approximately 35 kilometres.

This beautiful temple, also known as Vinayakar Temple is a wonderful place to visit on your vacation to Gokarna. It is dedicated to Lord Ganesha who is the presiding deity of this temple. 

However, it is said that during the Vijayanagar Emprire, Uppin Ganpati Temple was dedicated to Lord Shiva and the statue of Ganesha was brought from a neighbouring village of Kumta. 

This renowned temple has a main hall and an arch that tourists can witness on their trip to Uppin Ganpati Temple.

Location: Uppin Ganapati, Kumta

Best Time to visit: Tourists can visit the temple throughout the year.

Distance from Gokarna Bus Main Stand, Banglegudda: The distance between the two places is approximately 35 kilometres.

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