🕒6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
🎟️Free
⛅October to March (Early mornings or evenings)
Moodabidri (Moodbidri) - The Jain Kashi of South India

Located 35 kms from Mangalore in Karnataka, Moodabidri is a historically significant town set amidst lovely natural surroundings. Revered as the 'Jain Kashi of South India', it is an architectural treasure trove boasting magnificent monuments, most notably the Tribhuvana Tilaka Choodamani Basadi, popularly known as the Thousand Pillars Basadi. The town features exquisite works of art, ancient shrines, and idols of Tirthankaras carved out of precious stones, drawing history buffs, pilgrims, and architecture enthusiasts alike.

The Thousand Pillars Basadi (Tribhuvana Tilaka Choodamani Basadi) and its exquisite Jain architecture

👕 Dress Code & Rules

Modest clothing covering shoulders and knees; remove footwear before entering temples

Entry Fees:
Free
Parking:
Available near the main basadi complex
Nearby Food:
Local Udupi-style vegetarian restaurants and eateries in town
Open Hours:
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM