Kelinja Ullalthi Amma temple

Kelinja Ullalthi Amma temple

Kelinja Ullalthi Amma temple is at Vitla, Bantwal Taluq, around 35 kms from Mangalore. This is one of the special temples for the people of Tulunadu region. People ardently pray for their wishes to be fulfilled especially those who do not have children, have speech...
Malpe Beach

Malpe Beach

Malpe is one of the well-developed beaches of the region and is located 66 kilometers north of Mangalore along the National Highway. This beach is situated at the mouth of the Udyavara River. This river flows around the beach and is referred to as the Malpe River by...
Thudar Parba

Thudar Parba

Thudar Parba in Tulunadu, popularly known as Deepawali, is one of the important festivals in the region. All festivals here are unique considering the culture and tradition handed down from elders.  This is a three-day festival involving the worship of Baliyendra and...
Agel Balasunu

Agel Balasunu

Agel Balasunu is a tradition of remembering and pleasing the deceased members of the family. In most families in Tulunadu region, this ritual is performed on the day of Aatida Amavasye, as it is believed that all spirits descend in the region on that day. Agel...
Kangilu Nalike

Kangilu Nalike

Kangilu Nalike or dance is a famous traditional folk dance rooted in Udupi and surrounding areas of Tulunadu region. “Kang” in Tulu language means arecanut tree. The dance has gained the name because the dancers wear costumes made out of arecanut fibre. This dance is...