There are many attractions around but few are listed below and recommended while you visit the shrine next time
Kumaraparvatha
Distance: 15 km from Kukke Subrahmanya
Kumaraparvat Mountain is located to the east of the Kukke Subrahmanya Shrine without any proper concrete roads leading to the shrine. A moderate trek on the footpath takes the enthusiasts to the hilltop from where mesmerizing visuals enchant every onlooker. To ease out strenuous trek, the seekers can take a break at Girigadde, 8 km from the Subrahmanya Shrine. A small food joint is run by a family residing at Girigadde and provide a pre-informed stay/rest facilities.
Kumardhara River
Distance: 2 km west of Subrahmanya Shrine
The river that flows gorgeously down Kumaraparvat Mountains in enchanting surroundings, Kumardhara River is an excellent place to sit and meditate by. Devotees can take bath at Mathysa Tirth at Kumaradhara River.
Biladwara
Distance: 1km of South West of the Shrine
The Biladwara caves are located by the side of main road in a natural garden. According to Hindu Mythology, the cave served shelter to Vasuki, the serpent God during his battle with Garuda. The cave is 10 m in length. Pilgrims can not take a tour in the cave with their chappals (slippers/shoes) on; they must leave it outside the cave.
Kashikatte
Location: 3 km from the shrine
This is about three furlongs from the temple on the main entrance to the Kshetra. Anjaneya and Vigneshwara shrines are installed in this place.
Yadakumeri Railway tunnels
Distance: 30 km
It is an awesome sight that can be seen en route Mangalore – Bangalore train trip. Yedakumeri hill station is located close to Saklespur junction. While on the trek, the trekkers can sneak peek into the fog of the clouds and take up the escalation amidst an amazing scene of 56 rail tunnels to one side and undulation of mountains to another side. Yedukumeri is an amazing creation of man, blended with natural creation.
Sri Mangala Devi Temple, Bolar
Location: 3 km from the railway station
Timings: 6 am-1pm; 4-8:30 pm
Gorakhnath, a devotee of Matsyendranath, spiritual leader of the Nath sect built a temple for Shakti here. The deity came to be known as Mangala Devi. The idol is resplendently dressed with silks, ornaments and precious stones and jewelry and Devi’s Bimba (reflection) is shown in the morning before the Puja commences.
Manjunath Temple, Kadri
Location: 5 km to the east of the bus stand
Timings: 6 am-1 pm, 4-8 pm
Mahapuja: 8 am, noon and evening at 8 pm.
*Mahashivaratri is an important festival
A huge ornate Rajagopuram at Manjunatha Temple is an excellent sight that transports you ages back in the 10th – 11th centuries. In the premises are located the bronze statue of Lord Trilokeshwara, one of the oldest
Kiomoi Must Do's
The Kiomoi Must Do’s are as follows:
*The travellers must make a visit to all the pilgrimage centres in the region.
*Kukkey Subrahmanya temple, Balamuri Ganapati Temple, Mangala Devi Temple, Manjunatah Temple and Adi Subrahmanya are amongst those famous sanctums in the region are worth visiting.
*Do take the free meals at Annadanna which provided by the temple authorities.
*Spend time by the Kumaradhara river.
*Make a visit to Biladwara
*Do go for the shopping of icons of silver hooded nagas
*There is a bazaar in front of the temple from where the travellers can shop for some antiques.
