Koteshwara facts for kids
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Koteshwara
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 Koteshwara
Location in Karnataka
Koteshwara
Location in India
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| Country |  India |
| State | Karnataka |
| District | Udupi |
| Elevation | 36.447 m (119.577 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 14,697 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Kannada |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
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576222
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| Telephone code | 08254 |
| Vehicle registration | KA-20 |
Koteshwara is a small town in the Indian state of Karnataka. It is found in the Udupi district, specifically in a place called Kundapur taluk. Koteshwara is known as one of the "Seven Mukthi Stalas" in Karnataka. These are important places for people who go on religious journeys, also known as pilgrimages.
As of 2007, about 21,100 people lived in this town.
Temples and History
Koteshwara is home to several very old and important temples. These include temples dedicated to the gods Shiva, Pattabhi Ramachandra, and Mariamma.
Koti Lingeshwara Temple
One of the most famous temples here is the Koti Lingeshwara temple, located in an area called Dhwajapura. This temple attracts many visitors and people who come to worship from nearby villages and beyond.
Exciting Discoveries
A few years ago, something amazing happened at one of Koteshwara's temples. There was a shallow lake nearby that needed to be cleaned. During this cleanup, workers found a large statue hidden in the mud! This exciting discovery led to more searching.
They found many other old and important items. These included beautiful sculptures, more statues, and items made of bronze. These finds are very important because they tell us a lot about the history and religious traditions of the area. They are like treasures from the past!
Famous People
Koteshwara is also the hometown of a well-known person. The famous director and actor Upendra Rao was born here.
