Dharmasthala in Karnataka

Dharmasthala, the place well known for religious interest, is located on the banks of the sacred river Nethravathi in Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka state in India. It is a premier pilgrim centre for the people of all classes and it is a confluence of different faiths - Hinduism and Jainism.

Dharmasthala stands as an example of religious and cultural tolerance. This place is famous for its charities and the literal meaning of the word is the place for charity (Dharma means charity and Sthala means place). They offers different kinds of charity works like Annadana means free food, Abhayadana means assurance of protection, Aushadhadana means free medicine and also Vidyadana, promotion of educational facilities.

Lord Manjunatha temple is a famous pilgrim centre here. This South Indian state is well known for its temples and travel destinations.