Sringeri is one of four Peethas established by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century. The other three are at Badrinath (Joshimath), Puri, and Dwaraka. Sringeri is the southernmost — set on the banks of the Tunga River in the Western Ghats — and it is the seat of the Dakshinamnaya Sharada Peetham. The presiding deity is Goddess Sharadamba — the Goddess of Knowledge — who is worshipped in a gold idol commissioned during the Vijayanagara Empire. The Guru Pada Puja performed here is not simply a religious ritual — it is a direct act of devotion to an unbroken lineage of Shankaracharyas that has continued for 1,200 years.
Please Subscribe on Youtube
💡 Quick Answer Darshan: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM | 4:00 PM – 9:15 PM Guru Pada Puja: ₹500/person | Offline only — counter at temple Aksharabhyasa: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Offline booking Free Annadanam: 12:15–2:30 PM + 7:15–8:30 PM Official: sringeri.net | Jagadguru schedule: sringeri.net/schedule Mangaluru Airport: 102 km | Shivamogga Station: 97 km
2026 Update: Sringeri darshan 6:00 AM–2:00 PM + 4:00 PM–9:15 PM. Guru Pada Puja ₹500 — offline counter only. Ekaaki Sampoorna Rigveda Ghana Parayanam in progress May 31–July 19, 2026. Shankara Jayanti 2026: April 18–21 at Sringeri. Source: sringeri.net June 2026 + temples.bio May 2026.
Sringeri Sharada Peetham — At a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Peetham Name | Dakshinamnaya Sri Sharada Peetham |
| Founded | 8th century CE by Adi Shankaracharya |
| Position | Southernmost of 4 Shankaracharya Peethas |
| Deity | Sharadamba — Goddess of Knowledge |
| River | Tunga River |
| Location | Sringeri, Chikkamagaluru District, Karnataka |
| Morning Darshan | 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Evening Darshan | 4:00 PM – 9:15 PM |
| Guru Pada Puja | ₹500 |
| Official Website | sringeri.net |
| Mangaluru from | 102 km |
| Shivamogga Station | 97 km |
Darshan Timings 2026
| Session | Time |
|---|---|
| Morning Opens | 6:00 AM |
| Morning Darshan | 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Afternoon Break | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Evening Opens | 4:00 PM |
| Evening Darshan | 4:00 PM – 9:15 PM |
| Chandramouleeswara Puja | 8:30 PM (by Jagadguru) |
| Temple Closes | ~9:15 PM |
Sharada Navratri: Extended hours — 9 days — most important annual festival. Sundays: Busier than weekdays — arrive earlier. Best time: Early morning 6:00–7:30 AM weekdays — most peaceful.
Guru Pada Puja — Complete Guide
The Guru Pada Puja is the most searched and most meaningful ritual at Sringeri.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| What it is | Puja at the feet of the Jagadguru Shankaracharya lineage |
| Price | ₹500 per person |
| Booking | Offline only — counter at temple |
| Online Booking | ❌ Not available |
| How to book | Visit the seva booking counter on arrival |
| Significance | Direct devotion to 1,200-year Shankaracharya lineage |
Guru Pada Puja Timings: Conducted during morning puja hours — check the seva counter on arrival for same-day availability. Timings vary based on Jagadguru’s schedule.
Check sringeri.net/schedule for the Jagadguru’s daily schedule — updated 7 days in advance.
All Sevas at Sringeri 2026
| Seva | Price | Booking | Timings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guru Pada Puja | ₹500/person | Offline | Morning hours |
| Aksharabhyasa | Check counter | Offline | 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Archana (Ashtottara) | Nominal | Offline | During darshan |
| Archana (Trishati/Sahasranama) | Nominal | Offline | During darshan |
| Laksharchana | Check counter | Advance | Special |
| Suvarna Pushpa Seva | Check counter | Advance | Fridays |
| Chandramouleeswara Puja | View only | — | 8:30 PM |
For full seva list and current prices: sringeri.net
Aksharabhyasa — Child’s First Writing
Aksharabhyasa — the ritual initiation of a child’s formal education — is one of the most beloved sevas at Sringeri.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| What it is | Child’s first writing lesson in sacred presence |
| Timings | 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Booking | Offline at counter — same day |
| Best for | Children beginning formal education |
| Significance | Sharadamba is Goddess of Knowledge — blessings for learning |
Free Annadanam — Daily Prasadam
Under the Peetham’s tradition, free meals are served daily to all devotees.
| Meal | Timings |
|---|---|
| Lunch (Annadanam) | 12:15 PM – 2:30 PM |
| Dinner | 7:15 PM – 8:30 PM |
The dining hall — “Sri Bharathi Theertha Prasada” — is near the temple complex. South Indian vegetarian meals. Open to all.
Why Sringeri Among 4 Peethas
Adi Shankaracharya established 4 Amnaya Peethas to protect and propagate Advaita Vedanta:
| Peetha | Location | Direction | Deity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dakshinamnaya | Sringeri | South | Sharadamba |
| Puramnaya | Puri, Odisha | East | Govardhanpitha |
| Uttaramnaya | Joshimath | North | Kalika |
| Paschimamnaya | Dwaraka | West | Kalika |
Sringeri is the Dakshinamnaya (Southern) Peetha — directly established by Shankaracharya himself. The lineage of Shankaracharya here has been unbroken since the 8th century.
Special Events 2026
| Event | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Rigveda Ghana Parayanam | May 31–July 19, 2026 | Ongoing — rare Vedic event |
| Shankara Jayanti | April 18–21, 2026 | Completed |
| Sharada Navratri | October 11–20, 2026 | Biggest festival |
Sharada Navratri (Oct 11–20) — the most important annual festival at Sringeri. Goddess Sharadamba worshipped with grand rituals for 9 days. Extended darshan hours. Plan accommodation months ahead.
Common Errors + Fixes
Expecting Guru Pada Puja to be available online → Fix: Offline only — available at the seva booking counter on arrival. ₹500 per person. Check sringeri.net/schedule for Jagadguru’s availability.
Arriving during the 2–4 PM break → Fix: Afternoon break 2:00–4:00 PM. Arrive before 1:30 PM or after 4:15 PM.
Not checking Jagadguru’s schedule → Fix: The Jagadguru’s darshan schedule is updated 7 days in advance at sringeri.net/schedule. Check before travel.
Missing Chandramouleeswara Puja → Fix: Evening puja at 8:30 PM — performed by the Jagadguru. One of the most spiritually significant moments of the day.
How to Reach Sringeri
| Mode | Details |
|---|---|
| From Mangaluru | 102 km — ~3 hours via NH169 |
| From Bengaluru | 350 km — ~7 hours |
| From Shivamogga | 100 km — ~3 hours |
| Railway | Shivamogga Station — 97 km |
| Flight | Mangaluru International Airport — 102 km |
Sringeri Visit Checklist
☑ Darshan: 6 AM–2 PM + 4–9:15 PM ☑ Guru Pada Puja — ₹500 — offline counter on arrival ☑ Check sringeri.net/schedule for Jagadguru’s day plan ☑ Aksharabhyasa: 8 AM–1 PM — for children starting education ☑ Annadanam: lunch 12:15–2:30 PM | dinner 7:15–8:30 PM ☑ Chandramouleeswara Puja 8:30 PM — attend if possible ☑ Sharada Navratri Oct 11–20 — biggest festival ☑ Traditional attire | remove footwear ☑ Mangaluru 102 km | Shivamogga 97 km
FAQ
What are Sringeri temple darshan timings 2026?
Morning: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Break: 2:00–4:00 PM. Evening: 4:00 PM – 9:15 PM. Chandramouleeswara Puja by Jagadguru at 8:30 PM.
What are Sringeri Guru Pada Puja timings and price?
Guru Pada Puja costs ₹500 per person. Offline booking only — at the seva counter on arrival. No online booking. Timings vary — check sringeri.net/schedule for Jagadguru’s schedule (updated 7 days in advance).
Can Guru Pada Puja be booked online?
No — Guru Pada Puja at Sringeri is available offline only at the temple counter. ₹500 per person.
What is Aksharabhyasa at Sringeri?
Aksharabhyasa is the sacred initiation of a child’s first writing lesson in the presence of Goddess Sharadamba. Available 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Offline booking at counter. Highly auspicious — Sharadamba is the Goddess of Knowledge.
When is Sharada Navratri 2026 at Sringeri?
October 11–20, 2026 — 9-day grand festival. Extended darshan hours. Most important annual event at Sringeri Peetham. Book accommodation early.
How far is Sringeri from Mangaluru?
102 km — approximately 3 hours via NH169. Mangaluru International Airport is also 102 km. Shivamogga Railway Station: 97 km.
Adi Shankaracharya arrived at this spot on the Tunga River in the 8th century — and found a sight that stopped him. A frog, about to give birth, was being shaded from the sun by a cobra spreading its hood. Enemies — yet in that moment, in harmony. He took it as a sign. He built the Peetham here. The Sharadamba idol was installed. The Jagadguru lineage began. It has not broken since. Come for Guru Pada Puja at ₹500. Check the Jagadguru’s schedule at sringeri.net/schedule. Sri Gurubhyo Namaha!
Also Read:
- Dharmasthala Temple Darshan 2026
- Kukke Subramanya Temple 2026
- Udupi Sri Krishna Temple 2026
- Chamundeshwari Temple Mysore 2026