Varanga Lake Basadi near Hebri-Udupi's offbeat attraction
Varanga is a unique spot in Udupi district. Varanga is
popular for its jain Basadi located in the centre of a large lake. The view is
best seen from above, using a drone, but I have given below what is visible at
eye level.
Above photo is with some digital zoom. Without zoom this is how it looks from the lake bund.
A small stream of water was flowing by the lake. Excess water from the lake goes into this stream and probably joins Seetanadi eventually. Some cleaning is required in the lake. Fishes in the lake come closer in anticipation of food from visitors. Paddy fields around are scenic too.
The main Jain Basadi (Nimishamba Basadi) nearby has a gold plated mahasthamba. Inner sanctum was closed when I visited. Visitors can ring the bell outside and send their prayers.
When in Hebri-Karkala area make it a point to visit Varanga Lake basadi.
I am told you can use a boat to go to the basadi in the middle of lake.
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