Madhur Śrī Mad Anantheśvara Vinayaka Temple
The Gaṇeśa that grew out of a schoolboy's drawing
⭐ Why it is famous
A large Gaṇeśa image said to have grown from a child's sketch on the sanctum wall; the gabled copper-roofed Kerala architecture over a river bend.
📜 Pilgrimage history
Tipu Sultan is said to have spared the temple after drinking from its well; the structure is medieval Kerala–Tulu style.
🕰️ Temple timings
- 06:00 – 12:30 and 17:00 – 20:00
🙏 Darśan details
- Free darśan
- Moodappa Seva — the deity covered in appam — is rare and spectacular
🚉 Location & getting there
📍 Madhur Śrī Mad Anantheśvara Vinayaka Temple, Madhur, KasaragodKasaragod (KGQ) — 8 km
Madhur bus stand — state transport buses stop here.
Mangaluru (IXE) — 50 km
8 km from Kasaragod town.
🪔 Poojas, sevās & tickets
This temple does not publish a rate list. Darśan is free; ārcanā, abhiṣeka and other sevās are booked at the counter inside the temple on the day.
🧭 Around the temple
Places to see besides the temple — tap any one to open it in Google Maps.
🛏️ Where to stay
- Kasaragod and Mangaluru hotels
₹ Indicative trip cost (per head, 2 days)
| Budget | Standard | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| ₹1,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹7,500 |
🛕 Nearby temples
📌 Other attractions nearby
- Bekal Fort
- Ranipuram hills