Places to Visit in Kollur

Top attractions and must-see spots in Kollur

  • Arishina Gundi Falls

    A yellow-orange forest waterfall inside Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary, reached by a short trek popular with nature seekers.

  • Belkal Theertha

    A remote 300 foot waterfall inside Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary reached by a moderate forest trek from Mudoor.

  • Garuda Guha

    An ancient cave shrine near Parashuram Temple where Garuda is believed to have performed penance amid pilgrim lore.

  • Kodachadri Peak

    A Western Ghats peak tied to Mookambika legend, offering a demanding trek and panoramic views toward the coast.

  • Kollur Temple Market

    A lively street beside Mookambika Temple selling pooja items, sarees, brass lamps and Karnataka handicrafts for pilgrims.

  • Mookambika Temple

    Located in Kollur, Karnataka, this temple is dedicated to Goddess Mookambika, worshipped as a manifestation of Saraswati, Lakshmi, and Parvati.

  • Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary

    A Western Ghats forest reserve around Kollur protecting the lion tailed macaque, cane turtle and several waterfalls.

  • Parashuram Temple

    A temple linked to the sage Parashuram, credited in legend with founding Kollur among the seven Mukti Sthalas.

  • Souparnika River

    A serene river beside Mookambika Temple where pilgrims take ritual baths before darshan, framed by forest hills.