Kukke Subramanya Temple, Sullia
The temple is dedicated to Lord Subramanya (Karttikeya), worshipped here as the Lord of all serpents—often in union with the serpent king Vasuki
Architecture of the Temple
Kukke Subramanya Temple exemplifies Dravidian architectural style, featuring a prominent gopuram (tower), and a layout that includes a main sanctum, upper dais with deities, and a silver-covered Garuda pillar used for circumambulation to protect devotees from Vasuki’s “poisonous flames”.
Inside the sanctum, Lord Subramanya is flanked by Vasuki above and Shesha slightly lower
How to Reach to Temple
By Road: The temple lies about 105 km from Mangalore. KSRTC and private buses operate from major cities like Bangalore, Mysore, and Dharmasthala . Approaches via Hassan–Sakleshpur Ghat or the scenic Bisle Ghat are both possible.
By Train: The nearest railhead is Subrahmanya Road (SBHR), around 12 km from the temple, connected by frequent bus/taxi services.
By Air: The closest airport is Mangalore International Airport, approximately 115 km away
Temple Timings
