Mangalore, India
Region: Karnataka
Geographic Coordinates: 12.902000, 74.825300
Temperature Range: 20.0°C to 35.0°C (68°F to 95°F)
Climate: Mangalore has a tropical monsoon climate with heavy rainfall in the monsoon season and hot and humid weather throughout the year.
Population: 623841
Language: Kannada
Mangalore, Also known as Mangaluru, Is a coastal city located in the state of Karnataka in India. It is situated between the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghats mountain range, Making it an ideal destination for nature lovers. The city has a rich cultural heritage and is known for its diverse mix of people from different religions and ethnicities. One of the main attractions in Mangalore are its beautiful beaches. The most famous beach in the city is Panambur Beach which attracts tourists from all over India and abroad.
Other popular beaches include Someshwara Beach, Ullal Beach, Surathkal Beach that are worth visiting. Another major attraction of Mangalore are its temples. The Kadri Manjunatha Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is one of the oldest temples in South India with intricate carvings on its walls. Kudroli Gokarnath Temple dedicated to Lord Ganesh attracts thousands of devotees every year during Ganesh Chaturthi festival. Mangalore’s food culture has been influenced by various communities that have settled here over centuries including Tuluvas (natives), Konkanis (from Maharashtra), Bearys (Muslims) among others which make it unique compared to other cities in India.
Some popular dishes include Kori Rotti (chicken curry with crispy rice wafers), Neer Dosa (rice crepes) with chicken or fish curry or coconut chutney. The St Aloysius Chapel located inside St Aloysius College campus boasts stunning murals painted by Italian artist Antonio Moscheni depicting scenes from Bible stories such as Noah’s Ark, Last Supper among others dating back to 1899 AD making it an important landmark for art enthusiasts visiting Mangalore. Mangaluru International Airport (IXE) is the main airport serving the city connecting it with major Indian cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad among others.
The city is also well connected by rail and road transport. Mangalore is a beautiful coastal city that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, Cultural heritage and delicious cuisine. Its beaches, Temples and churches are some of the most popular tourist attractions in South India making it an ideal destination for travelers looking to explore India’s rich culture and history.
- St. Aloysius Chapel
- Tannirbhavi Beach
- Kadri Manjunath Temple
- Panambur Beach
- Sri Krishna Temple, Udupi
- Mangaladevi Temple
- Sultan Battery
- Kudroli Gokarnath Temple
- Bharath Mall
- Pilikula Nisargadhama
- Petrochemicals: Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) owns one of India’s largest petrochemical refineries in Mangalore that produces petroleum products like petrol, diesel, LPG, kerosene, etc.
- Chemicals: Apart from petrochemicals, there are several other chemical manufacturing companies in Mangalore that produce chemicals for various industries like pharmaceuticals, textiles, fertilizers etc.
- Food processing: The seafood and cashew nut industry is famous in Mangalore. There are many food processing units that process seafood and cashews for export.
- IT/ITES: With skilled manpower and infrastructure availability, the city has a growing IT/ITES sector with several companies setting up their operations here.
- Banking and finance: Several nationalized banks along with private banks like ICICI Bank,HDFC Bank have their branches located in Mangalore.
- Education: An education hub with numerous colleges offering courses in engineering, medicine,and management studies exists within the city limits of Mangalore.
- Tourism:Mangalore attracts tourists from all over India as well as abroad due to its beautiful beaches,temples such as Kudroli Gokarnath Temple & Kadri Manjunatha Temple leading to growth of tourism industry here.
- The city was ruled by various dynasties such as the Kadambas, Alupas, Vijayanagara Empire, Keladi Nayakas, and Hyder Ali.
- The Portuguese established a settlement in Mangalore in the 16th century and built several churches including St. Aloysius Chapel and Milagres Church.
- Tipu Sultan captured Mangalore from the British East India Company in 1784.
- The city played a significant role in India’s struggle for independence with notable freedom fighters like Veera Rani Abbakka, Kudmul Ranga Rao, and Karnad Sadashiva Rao hailing from here.
- Mangalore is known for its contribution to Indian literature with eminent writers like P.K. Atre, K.S.Nissar Ahmed, U.R.Ananthamurthy being born here.
- The city is also famous for its cuisine which includes dishes like ghee roast chicken and fish curry served with neer dosa or rice.
- Notable personalities associated with Mangalore include former Prime Minister of India Indira Gandhi who studied at St Agnes College here; actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan who was born here; cricketer Javagal Srinath who hails from this region; and social activist Medha Patkar who spent her childhood in Mangalore before moving to Mumbai later on.
- Kadri Manjunath Temple
- St. Aloysius Chapel
- Mangaladevi Temple
- Sultan Battery
- Bejai Museum
- Pilikula Nisargadhama
- Panambur Beach
- Tannirbhavi Beach
- Ullal Beach
- Mangalore Central Railway Station
- Mangalore United Football Club: Established in 2014, this professional football team competes in the Karnataka State Football Association League. They have won several titles such as the All India Invitation Cup and the Puttur Gold Cup.
- Mangalore Cricket Club: Founded in 1895, it is one of the oldest cricket clubs in Karnataka. The club has produced many talented cricketers who have represented Karnataka at various levels.
- St Aloysius College Basketball Team: The college boasts a strong basketball team that has won numerous intercollegiate championships over the years.
- Nethravathi Sports Club: This club was established in 1988 and organizes various sports events such as volleyball, kabaddi, and athletics to promote sports among youth.
- Dakshina Kannada District Chess Association: This association promotes chess as a sport by organizing tournaments at district and state levels.
These are some of the popular sports teams and associations with rich histories of promoting sports culture among people of all ages in Mangalore.
- Yakshagana Festival is a traditional dance-drama festival that takes place in Mangalore and other parts of Karnataka. It involves elaborate costumes, makeup, and storytelling through dance.
- Kambala Festival is a traditional buffalo race that takes place in the rural areas surrounding Mangalore during the monsoon season.
- Karavali Utsav is a three-day cultural festival that celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Mangalore and surrounding areas with music, dance, food, and art exhibitions.
- Sri Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated to mark the birth of Lord Krishna. This festival is marked with fasting, prayers, and special offerings to the deity.
- Dasara Festival is celebrated across India as a victory of good over evil on the tenth day after Navratri (nine nights). In Mangalore it includes a procession with decorated elephants carrying idols of deities.
- Tulu Nadu Food Festival is an annual event showcasing traditional Tulu cuisine from coastal Karnataka including seafood dishes like fish curry and rice cakes like idli dosa made from local ingredients.
- International Kite Festival is held at Panambur Beach every year in January or February where kite enthusiasts from all over India come together to display their skills in kite flying competitions.
- Ganesh Chaturthi is a ten-day long festival celebrated across India marking Lord Ganesha’s birthday which involves grand processions with colorful idols being immersed into water bodies on final day known as Visarjan Day.
- Giri Manja’s: Known for its seafood dishes like fish fry, prawn curry, and crab masala.
- Pabbas Ice Cream: Famous for its delicious ice creams and desserts.
- Ideal Cafe: Known for its South Indian breakfast items like dosa, idli, and vada.
- Mahesh Lunch Home: Famous for its seafood dishes like fish curry, prawn ghee roast, and squid fry.
- The Old Ritz Restaurant: Known for its biryani and North Indian dishes.
- Shetty Lunch Home: Famous for its vegetarian thali meals with a variety of curries, rice preparations, and sweets.
- Kudla Restaurant: Known for serving authentic Mangalorean cuisine like chicken ghee roast, neer dosa with chicken curry or fish curry.
- Kamat’s Restaurant: Popular chain of vegetarian restaurants offering a wide range of South Indian delicacies including idli-vada-sambar-chutney combo platter to chow-chow bath (a unique combination of sweet & spicy flavours).
- City Bakery & Cafe – A popular bakery chain known to serve freshly baked breads/cakes/pastries along with some quick bites such as sandwiches/burgers/pizzas etc
- Udupi Sri Krishna Bhavan – One of the oldest vegetarian restaurant in Mangalore which serves scrumptious south indian delicacies such as Masala Dosa / Idly / Vada / Upma etc
- Kadri Park is a well-known park that boasts of diverse flora and fauna, a play area for kids, and boating amenities.
- Panambur Beach is an exquisite beach that offers water sports activities such as jet skiing, parasailing, and banana boat rides.
- Pilikula Nisargadhama is an eco-friendly tourist spot where you can enjoy nature walks, bird watching, boating, and visit the zoo.
- Tannirbhavi Beach is another picturesque beach that provides fantastic views of the Arabian Sea.
- St Aloysius Chapel & Museum is a historical landmark with impressive architecture and art collections.
- Netravathi River Cruise offers a delightful river ride through the beautiful surroundings of Mangalore.
- Someshwara Beach is a peaceful beach famous for its tranquil ambiance and crystal-clear waters.
- Kudroli Gokarnath Temple attracts thousands of devotees every year as one of the most renowned temples in Mangalore.
- Sultan Battery Watchtower was constructed by Tipu Sultan to safeguard his kingdom from invaders in ancient times.
- Ullal Beach is yet another popular beach in Mangalore known for its serene waters and scenic beauty.
