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ॐ श्रीं महालक्ष्म्यै नमः

ಶ್ರೀ ಲಕ್ಷ್ಮೀ ವೆಂಕಟರಮಣ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನ, ಚೇಂಪಿ

Sri Lakshmi Venkataramana Temple in Gundmi village, Udupi district, Karnataka, is a Hindu place of worship dedicated to the divine forms of Lakshmi and Venkataramana.

॥ ॐ श्रीं महालक्ष्म्यै नमः ॥

Ancient Bells,
Living Faith

Sri Lakshmi Venkataramana Temple stands in Gundmi village within Udupi district, Karnataka—a region long celebrated as a centre of Hindu spiritual practice and Vaishnavite tradition. The temple is consecrated to both Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity and grace, and Venkataramana, a revered manifestation of the divine. Together, these presiding deities reflect a synthesis of devotional focii common to many Karnataka temples, inviting devotees to seek both material well-being and spiritual elevation.

॥ वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम् ॥

Light a Lamp,
Offer a Prayer

The temple serves as a spiritual anchor for the surrounding community, its rhythms woven into the village's religious calendar and daily worship life. Like many small temples across the Udupi taluk, it preserves local customs of prayer and ritual that have sustained Hindu family life across generations. Visitors to the region will find it a quiet testament to the enduring presence of Hindu sacred spaces in rural Karnataka, where modest shrines often hold profound meaning for their congregants.

Welcome to the Sanctum

ಶ್ರೀ ಲಕ್ಷ್ಮೀ ವೆಂಕಟರಮಣ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನ, ಚೇಂಪಿ

Sri Lakshmi Venkataramana Temple in Gundmi village, Udupi district, Karnataka, is a Hindu place of worship dedicated to the divine forms of Lakshmi and Venkataramana.

Sri Lakshmi Venkataramana Temple stands in Gundmi village within Udupi district, Karnataka—a region long celebrated as a centre of Hindu spiritual practice and Vaishnavite tradition. The temple is consecrated to both Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity and grace, and Venkataramana, a revered manifestation of the divine. Together, these presiding deities reflect a synthesis of devotional focii common to many Karnataka temples, inviting devotees to seek both material well-being and spiritual elevation.

108Sacred Lamps
6Daily Aartis
Blessings

ॐ श्रीं महालक्ष्म्यै नमः

Sacred Offerings

Sevas & Pujas

Offerings performed by ordained priests under the guidance of vedic tradition — for every milestone of life.

श्री

Mahabhishekam

Ceremonial bathing of the deity with milk, honey, sandalwood and sacred herbs accompanied by Vedic chants.

Archana

Recitation of the deity's names and mantras with flower offerings, performed in your name and gotra.

गं

Ganapati Homam

Sacred fire ritual to invoke Lord Ganesha — performed before new beginnings and important journeys.

Daily Worship

Aarti & Darshan Hours

Open every day of the week. Each hour carries its own fragrance, its own prayer.

  • 05:00 AMMangala AartiGoddess is awakened with lamps and conch
  • 08:00 AMSnana & ShringarCeremonial bath followed by adornment
  • 12:00 PMBhog AartiMidday offering of bhoga and naivedyam
  • 04:30 PMUtthapan DarshanRe-opening of the sanctum
  • 07:30 PMSandhya AartiTwilight devotion with rhythmic bells
  • 09:30 PMShayan AartiFinal aarti — sanctum closes

Plan Your Visit

Reach the Sanctum

Address: Karnataka, India 576226

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