Anegudde Sri Vinayaka Temple - Kumbashi Udupi
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Anegudde Sri Vinayaka Temple, also known as Kumbashi Sri Mahaganapathi Temple, is a revered pilgrimage site located in the serene village of Kumbashi, just 6 km from Kundapura in Udupi district, Karnataka. Nestled atop a verdant hillock (Gudde), this temple is dedicated to Lord Vinayaka (Ganesha), the remover of obstacles and granter of boons. The temple’s location, its mythological significance, and divine atmosphere make it one of the seven Mukti Sthalas (salvation centers) of the coastal Parashurama Kshetra.
The presiding deity, Aane Gudde Vinayaka, is a 12-feet tall Udbhava Murthi (self-manifested idol) made of natural stone, with a golden face (Swarnamukha) and silver armor. It is believed that this sacred idol continues to grow in size each year — a divine miracle witnessed by generations of devotees.
- Special Rituals:
- Nirmalya Pooja – Early morning darshan of the original Moola Bimba.
- Panchamrit Abhisheka during noon followed by floral decoration.
- Chaturthi Poojas on every lunar month’s 4th day are observed with special grandeur.
- Ganesh Chaturthi and Sankashta Chaturthi are celebrated with deep devotion.
- Rathotsava (Car Festival) – Held annually during the first week of December.
Devotees also perform:
- Moodu Ganapathi Seva – Offering 125 to 1108 coconuts arranged in heaps, symbolizing the deity’s divine rise.
- Mudi Akki Kadabu Seva – Massive offering of rice and kadabus, post-harvest gratitude ritual.
A visit to Anegudde Sri Vinayaka Temple is an uplifting journey into devotion, peace, and blessings. Surrounded by coastal greenery and sacred legends, this divine abode of Lord Ganesha is a spiritual magnet for seekers of grace and devotees of faith. The divine prasad, the powerful Moola Bimba darshan, and the temple’s pure vibrational energy make this a must-visit temple for every devotee.
💫 Importance
- One of the Seven Mukti Sthalas of Tulunadu, along with Kukke Subrahmanya, Koteswara, Sankaranarayana, Ananteshwara, Mookambika, and Gokarna.
- A powerful center of worship for devotees of Lord Ganesha, where prayers and sevas are believed to be promptly fulfilled.
- Known for its unique offerings like Kotte Kadabu Seva (steamed rice cakes in screw pine leaf moulds), Moodu Ganapathi Seva (heaps of coconuts offered in devotion), and Mudi Akki Kadabu Seva (offering of rice bundles).
- The temple provides Anna Prasada (sacred food) lovingly prepared and served to all visitors — a hallmark of its tradition of divine hospitality.
📜History
As per legend, the area was once troubled by the demon Kumbhasura during the penance of Sage Agastya, who prayed to Lord Vinayaka for help. Responding to his plea, Lord Ganesha blessed Bhimasena of the Pandavas with a divine sword to vanquish the demon, thereby restoring peace. The place where Bhima killed the demon with the sword (Asi) came to be known as Kumbhashi, and the hill where Lord Vinayaka appeared is called Anegudde — "Aane" meaning elephant and "Gudde" meaning hill.
The temple’s original idol (Moola Bimba) is a Nirakara form (formless stone untouched by tools) visible during early morning and noon abhishekas. The idol is adorned with Sri Gandha tilak and decorated with floral patterns shaped like sacred OM, following Dravidian architectural traditions.
Another local legend tells of Vishweshwara Upadhyaya, a devout Brahmin whose dream guided him to discover the idol amidst wildflowers, initiating the worship tradition that continues to this day.
🪔 Pooja Timings
Temple Timings: Daily from 6:00 AM to 8:30 PM
Poojas: Conducted thrice daily – at 6:00 AM, Noon, and Evening (7:00 to 8:00 PM)
🚌 Transfort Options
By Road: Well connected via NH-66 (formerly NH-17). Regular KSRTC and private buses run from Kundapura, Udupi, Mangalore, and nearby towns.
Nearby Towns:
- Kundapura – 6 km
- Bhatkal – 60 km
- Mangalore – 85 km
By Rail: Nearest railway station is Kundapura (approx. 6 km).
By Air: Nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport (~85 km).
🏙️Near By Cities
Kundapura
Mangalore
Kukke
Dharmasthal
Udupi
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