The temple town of Padubidri houses the famous Sri Mahalingeshwara Mahaganapathi temple. The place was once the power center of Ballala chiefs. The religious festival Dakke bali celebrated once in two years is a hallmark of Padubidri.
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National Highway 17, connecting Karwar to Mangalore, passes through Padubidri and Mangalore city is 34 km, away.
Udupi is another major town, 24 km away.
