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Sightseeing Highlights:

 

Situated on the shores of the Arabian Sea, Suratkal boasts of beautiful beaches, pristine surroundings and a light house on a massive black rock. Sadashiva Temple is on a hill near the beach. There is a scenic estuary near Sasihitulu village (5 km), formed at the point where River Pavanje joins the Arabian Sea. It is a secluded spot really worth a visit. Krishnapura Matha (3 km), one of the ashta matha established by Sri Madhwaacharya is nearby.

 

Activities:

 

Enjoy the quiet of the beaches, soak in the varying moods of the mighty Arabian Sea and go for long strolls in the countryside. Enjoy eating Mangalorean curries, especially seafood.

 

Tourism info:

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Hotel Indraprastha, L.L.H.Road,

Mangalore - 575001

Phone: 0824 425750

 

This is a suburb of Mangalore city (15 km) on NH 17. Suratkal is home to The National Institute of Technology Karnataka, formerly Karnataka Regional Engineering College.

According to mythology, when Lord Ganesha kept Ravana's shivalinga on the ground, Ravana tried to pick it up. He was unable to do so and used so much of force that some pieces scattered. One such piece from the head of the linga is said to have fallen in Suratkal.

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Quick Facts Getting There
State Karnataka
District Dakshina Kannada District
Coordinates 12.58 N 74.46 E
Official language(s) Kannada and Tulu
Surathkal Climate / Weather Summers 22°- 40°C. Winter 10°- 32°C
  
Nearest Airport Bajpe Airport (15 km)
Nearest Train Stations Suratkal railway station
Main Road Highways NH 17
Best time to visit
October to March
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