Here’s an arranged list of Devi temples in Karnataka, ordered broadly by power (spiritual significance) and popularity (pilgrim footfall and fame), along with their locations:
- Mookambika Temple – Kollur, Udupi District
- Chamundeshwari Temple – Chamundi Hill, Mysuru
- Sringeri Sharadamba Temple – Sringeri, Chikkamagaluru District
- Sri Annapoorneshwari Temple – Horanadu, Chikkamagaluru District
- Sri Durga Parameshwari Temple – Kateel, Dakshina Kannada District
- Banashankari Amma Temple – Badami, Bagalkot District
- Yellamma Temple – Saundatti, Belagavi District
- Sri Mangaladevi Temple – Mangaluru, Dakshina Kannada District
- Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple – Sigandur, Shivamogga District
- Sri Mahalakshmi Temple – Goravanahalli, Tumkur District
- Sri Marikamba Temple – Sirsi, Uttara Kannada District
- Sri Bhagavathi Temple – Moodabidri, Dakshina Kannada District
- Sri Kamakshi Temple – Siroor, Udupi District
- Sri Kolaramma Temple – Kolar, Kolar District
- Sri Renuka Yellamma Temple – Balki, Bidar District
- Sri Kalikamba Temple – Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Sri Kabbalamma Temple – Kabbalu, Ramanagara District
- Sri Banashankari Temple – Amargol, Hubli-Dharwad District
- Katyayani Baneshwar Temple – Aversa, Uttara Kannada District
- Sri Lakshmi Devi Temple – Doddagaddavalli, Hassan District
- Kukke Sri Subramanya Temple (Samputa Narasimha Temple) – Kukke Subramanya, Dakshina Kannada District (Primarily a Subramanya temple with a powerful Devi shrine – included for completeness)
Introduction to the Devi Temples of Karnataka
Karnataka, a land steeped in spiritual energy and cultural richness, is home to some of the most revered Devi temples in India. These sacred shrines, dedicated to various manifestations of the Divine Mother, are scattered across the length and breadth of the state — from misty hilltops and serene riverbanks to bustling towns and remote villages. Each temple tells a timeless story of devotion, legend, and divine power, drawing millions of devotees, pilgrims, and seekers from across the country and beyond.
Whether it is the mystical aura of Kollur Mookambika, the fierce grace of Chamundeshwari in Mysuru, or the nurturing presence of Annapoorneshwari in Horanadu, these temples are not only places of worship but also powerful centers of spiritual transformation and inner awakening. Rooted deeply in Karnataka’s heritage, they reflect the region’s enduring reverence for Shakti—the feminine cosmic force.
Visiting these temples is not just a religious journey, but a cultural and spiritual pilgrimage, offering glimpses into ancient rituals, vibrant festivals, and architectural grandeur that have stood the test of time. From grand royal patronage to folk traditions, the Devi temples of Karnataka embody the dynamic tapestry of faith, power, and divine feminine energy.